by Bethany Elias
We all know that dance is a physical art, but have you ever stopped to think about ALL the vast and varying benefits of dance? Dance helps all aspects of health: physical, mental, and emotional! Here are a few of the benefits:
Physical Benefits
Improves coordination
Improves flexibility, including spine flexibility and range of motion
Increases muscular strength
Increases stamina/endurance and cardiovascular health
Improves agility and motor fitness
Increases core strength
Improves balance
Improves posture and poise
Mental Benefits
Boosts cognitive performance
Reduces risk of dementia
Enhances memory and learning skills
Enhances attention span
Increases spatial awareness
Increases musicality and rhythm
Emotional Benefits
Instills confidence, improves self-esteem which carries over into other areas of life
Encourages growth mindset and a strong work ethic
Fosters teamwork, cooperation, communication, allows you to make and trust new friends
Encourages respect for classmates, teachers, and self
Reduces fear/stress of being or performing in front of a group
Exposes you to new cultures and music from around the world
Develops accountability skills
Instills self-discipline
Releases endorphins, helping boost your mood and reduce stress
Serves as an outlet for self-expression
Gives dancers a sense of belonging, community, and acceptance
People learn more effectively when doing activities where they use their whole bodies. Dance is a wonderful activity for ALL ages and abilities with a vast amount of dynamic benefits.
Find your joy, passion, and self-confidence while dancing!
Join a dance class today!