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Show October 22, 1976 Base belly dancer professional performer teaches at Center By Capt. David Hofeling Mrs. Torres became interested in belly dancing as a hobby when she and her husband were stationed at Nellis AFB, Nev. "My only purpose in learning was to tone muscles and lose weight," she said. For two years she studied with Princess Nyila, a professional performer and instructor from Turkey. Later, when asked if she would perform, she was skeptical. "I was unsure about my abilities and I didn't know how Living in a military community is full of surprises. As people move around the world, they meet new friends with interesting backgrounds and rare talents. One such person is Gloria Torres, wife of SSgt. Julio Torres of the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing. Mrs. Torres is from Puerto Rico and has performed professionally as a Turkish belly dancer. She now teaches the art two days a week at the base Youth Center. f i i' t the audience would react," she said. But perform she did, and the audience reaction was good. Since then her audiences have always been receptive, whether in Las Vegas, New York or here in Utah. "Seeing how people enjoy the dances, gives me a good feeling. With the movements of each dance I try to express my love for people so the audience will feel welcome and comfortable," she said. Mrs. Torres teaches the traditional Turkish ctvio rL-- A. - ( .f'4'v-- l I i ' HIM, TOP TIMES Page 17 Direct deposit of pay advantages outlined by Treasury Department belly dancing, beginning with basic exercises and movements designed to The U.S. Treasury Department strongly encourages military and federal employes to have their pay credited directly to their account in a financial. institution. This policy has been reiterated in a letter forwarded to all AFLC managers by the AFLC Chief of Staff, Maj. Gen. limber the body and tone muscles. ' Once students are proficient, movements are Gerald J. Post. Advantages outlined in the letter included: incorporated into a complete dance. Although costumes are not Eliminating trips to deposit or cash payroll checks. Minimizing the possibility of loss or theft of a payroll check or large amounts of cash. Ensuring guaranteed deposit of pay on payday while away from home on vacation or business trip. Better management of financial matters by providing permanent records and receipts of bills paid. Reducing operating costs for the Air Force, and in turn for the taxpayer. (LOGNEWS) required, students are taught how to make their own if they so desire. Mrs. Torres holds classes at the youth center on Monday evening from 7, to 8:30 p.m. and on Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. Any woman, young or old, desiring to lose weight and tone up muscles is invited to join in the fun. WE MUST love men ere they will seem worthy of our love. William Shakespeare ALL MEN that are ruined, are ruined on the side of their ntarual propensities.-Edmu- Burke nd " 'Enjoy a bit of San Francisco at Bratten's beautiful Cove in Bountiful" SUPERB SEAFOOD & STEAKS FAST, COURTEOUS SERVICE cT7vi nn Mon thru Sat 11 am -- 10 p m EWE r 1385 S 500 West ",f Gloria Torres (back to camera) teaches a class the proper techniques of Turkish belly dancing at the Youth Center on Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and on Thursday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. (U.S. Air Force Photo) ARE YOU TIRED OF HIGH FUEL BILLS? INSULATING WINDOWS WILL PAY FOR Insulating windows and doors can save Vz of your fuel cost, plus many other savings. k d 00 Phone 295-238- 4 Vvfy -- 1 Classified Advertising 40 words or less for $2.00 for add, M.00 HILL CASH-CHECK-- TOP TIMES classified 'or om HUB at Defense Depot Ogden 6111 advertisement to oppear In classified odverllsementt T MONEY ORDER or 1 MUST BE MAILED WITH COPY PRINT LEGIBLY 200 ENCLOSE PRESEASON SALE NOW IN PROGRESS. ADDITIONAL MAI TO CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES 394-452- 9 4141 Rivordalo Road r vole (mtef fow? we do not in.-- Bountiful : . THEMSELVES -- Closed Sundays ; 1 I PL (sorry A in for each run In the CASH-CHECK-- MONEYORDER HILL TOP TIMES M.00 for each run In HUB -- DDO HILL TOP TIMES p- - o- BOX' 186 y W Kaysvlllo, wo do not or Utah 84037 take telephone classified advertisements) |