Did you know that between 2001 and 2011, the number of Americans signing up and taking ballroom dancing classes increased by 35%? That?s quite a lot of twirling around.
Far from being something only professionals and children partake in, dancing is quickly becoming a popular hobby for a large number of adults. It?s a useful skill, a good way to meet people, and for many, a more fun way to get exercise and flexibility than staring at a wall while using the Treadmill at the gym.
There?s more than a few reasons you should consider signing up for private dance lessons, either by yourself, as a couple, or with friends. Here are a few things you should keep in mind!
1. Health Benefits
Believe it or not, dancing has been linked to numerous health benefits. Studies have shown that when people participate regularly in dance activities, they are less likely to experience depression; and if they do experience it, the symptoms are not as pronounced. Another study from the Journal of Applied Gerontology discovered that daily stress levels were reduced in those who studied dance. Finally, the New England Journal of Medicine says that for those worried about memory loss with aging, dance classes can help to reduce the risks of developing dementia.
2. Ballroom Dance Lessons Will Get You Out of the House
How many times have you complained that all you do is go to work, come home, and watch Netflix? Or that all you ever do for fun is go to bars? You can shake that up by participating in a group dance class. There will be many people your own age at the dance studio and you?ll make new friends that you would likely not otherwise encounter on your typical day-to-day routine. Having new friends can often bring a new zest into life. At any rate, you?ll have someone else to invite to dinner parties!
3. You?ll be Ready for Any Wedding
Who doesn?t want to be able to properly waltz before their wedding? Having professional training can prevent you from looking like the guy with two left feet. Instead, you?ll look elegant and graceful on your wedding day. There are even classes in some areas with a focus on the wedding dance in order to properly prepare couples for the dance following the nuptials.
Will you be visiting a dance studio anytime soon? Let us know.