Griseyda Belalcazar, Senior Services Supervisor, keeps her students motivated during her Zumba class on Jan. 20.  Belalcazar teaches fitness classes for women of all ages and fitness levels at the Senior Center. Photo by Teri Nehrenz.

Griseyda Belalcazar, Senior Services Supervisor, keeps her students motivated during her Zumba class on Jan. 20. Belalcazar teaches fitness classes for women of all ages and fitness levels at the Senior Center. Photo by Teri Nehrenz.

On Wednesday Jan. 20 many of her class members gathered at the Mesquite Senior Center to honor Griseyda Belalcazar, Senior Services Supervisor, for her years of dedicated service.

Belalcazar has been teaching Zumba and other fitness classes to the women for many years and has a very large following.

Class members were asked to write words of appreciation which were presented to Belalcazar during her Zumba Class.

One person wrote that Belalcazar is “An all-caring person who accepts us all with blunders in attempting to learn the dance. In sincere appreciation for your high energy, quick moves and great cardio workout.”

Most of the women wrote about her great inspiration, her positive energy and her never-ending patience.

Class members get together to surprise and honor Griseyda Belalcazar for her years of dedicated service in keeping the women of Mesquite fit and healthy. Photo by Teri Nehrenz.

Class members get together to surprise and honor Griseyda Belalcazar for her years of dedicated service in keeping the women of Mesquite fit and healthy. Photo by Teri Nehrenz.

It was quite evident that Belalcazar is dedicated to helping women stay fit and healthy and that her students all love her spirit and commitment to the community.

You can find out more about Belalcazar and the classes she offers by contacting the Department of Athletics and Leisure Services at 702-346-5290.