Ithaca College

Dancing is a way you can stay active at any age, shape or size! 

The benefits of dancing come with a huge range of physical and mental benefits. Dancing is known to:

• Improve the condition of your heart and lungs
• Increase muscular strength, endurance, and motor fitness
• Increase aerobic fitness
• Improve muscle tone and strength
• Manage weight
• Reduce the risk of osteoporosis and build stronger bones
• Improve coordination, agility, and flexibility
• Improve balance and spatial awareness
• Increase physical confidence
• Increase mental functioning
• Improve general and psychological wellbeing
• Improve self-confidence and self-esteem
• Expand social skills

Check out these videos:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0FWLfn7HDM
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xpjG-mV5qc