In adulthood, the practice of dance can become a space for expression, recreation and exercise.
What images come to your mind when “dance” or “ballet” is mentioned? Exactly. Girls in pink tutus, young women in pointe shoes. However, the benefits of dance are not exclusive to young people, so if you have always loved dance, and you are thinking of an activity that will fill you with joy, keep reading this article.

Special groups for adults.

In many academies and dance schools, there are already special classes for adults. The content, music, and exercises are adapted for practitioners 18 years of age and older. This type of classes are usually very dynamic since it is taken into account that an adult has more muscular and physical resistance than an infant. These classes are usually considered as training, and are not intended to expose the results of the class in a concert to the public, although such a possibility is provided as an option. The most popular styles for adult classes are: Jazz, Flamenco, Salsa, Hip-hop. However, academies specializing in classical dance are likely to have special groups for adult beginners or returning dancers.

A good exercise.

If as a child or teenager you practiced dance, and now you are looking for an activity to get in shape… dance can once again be an excellent way to achieve it. You already have the knowledge, so your muscles will most likely “remember” how to perform a plié or grand battement. However, you have to be realistic and not form inappropriate expectations such as dreaming of “being a dancer again”. Focus, enjoy your training. Discuss a lot with the instructor if you find some movements difficult to achieve.

Benefits your figure.

Dance is an excellent modeler of the figure. In its extensive range of movements, from barbell exercises to stretching and core work, all muscle groups are worked. In addition, the emphasis on elasticity gives your muscles a lean and elongated development.

Socialize.

Dance classes become an excellent space for socializing. Meeting people with similar tastes, sharing a taste for movement, music, can provide you with a handful of good friendships as an additional benefit.

Refine your skills.

Coordination, balance, rhythmic sense, spatial awareness, posture alignment, are resources inherent to dance that you will use in your daily life. The ability to appreciate a piece of music, or a dance performance, are additional contributions that you will also enjoy.

Expression and relaxation.

Imagine having an hour-long slot, several times a week, where your only concern will be how to make your arm movements smoother or get you to dance that hip-hop choreography you’ve seen on TV. Relaxing… isn’t it? Give yourself those moments of dedication to yourself, to your expressive possibilities, and you will realize that it is time well invested.

Dance should be an art that accompanies us all our lives, as a hobby, as a training or as a space for expression. Music, movement, contact with our possibilities and abilities, is something so important that we should practice in our adulthood.