Dancing is good for you

Keep Fit – Have Fun – Burn Calories – Make Friends

Ballroom & Latin Dancing can be a way to stay fit for people of all ages, shapes and sizes. It has a wide range of physical and mental benefits including:

  • improved condition of your heart and lungs
  • Lowered blood pressure and cholesterol
  • Prevention of obesity and Type 2 Diabetes
  • improved muscle tone and strength
  • weight management
  • stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis – see this article for more details:  https://nos.org.uk/danceforbones/
  • better coordination, improved balance, agility and flexibility
  • greater self-confidence and self-esteem

For more information, see BBC article with Michael Mosley:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1Hpr6R1f4M7f8Qc6fPGH2hg/why-dancing-is-the-best-way-to-enhance-your-brain-and-fitness