We often come across articles stating that dancing is good for health, that it’s fun, and that you have a good time while dancing, etc. However, what is the reality in today’s era regarding partner dancing compared to other recreational activities, and why is it a very good option to practice?

Firstly, it’s an activity where there are two physical performers involved per se, not virtual, whether they are acquaintances or strangers attending the class. They exercise the ability to be sensitive to each other, practice etiquette and kindness, pay attention to each other, and share viewpoints.

Dancing is a dynamic activity where you work on various movement patterns, which helps your brain generate better nerve connections, directly impacting your coordination and motor skills, unlike other exercises that involve limited repetitive movements.

In partner dancing, unlike group classes in gyms, clubs, etc., you truly get to interact with your partner, allowing you to practice your psychosocial skills. In clubs or sports facilities, you may know everyone and no one at the same time, and the relationships you establish tend to be indifferent or superficial. Many people take these group classes to exercise but also to meet new people, which can be challenging due to the impersonal dynamics of the classes.

Here are more benefits of being under the discipline of learning partner dancing:

• It’s a fun activity.
• It helps eliminate stress and breaks the daily routine.
• It allows you to meet new people and have new life experiences.
• It lets you have fun with your partner and improve your relationship.
• It improves your oxygenation, balance, and coordination.
• It works on brain plasticity.
• It gives you an excuse to ask that special person out.
• It boosts your personal confidence.
• It’s a useful tool for working on and overcoming shyness.
• It exercises and develops your personal relationships.
• It puts you in a good mood.
• It strengthens your musculoskeletal system.
• It develops creativity.
• It increases speed in decision-making.
• It teaches you to improvise.

And many, many more!

• Recommendations for Selecting a Dance Teacher / Place to Take Classes –

There are countless options for places to take dance classes nowadays. However, if you’re truly interested in taking it up as a personal practice and experiencing its benefits, here are some tips:

1. Seek guidance from a true dance teacher and tell them what you wish to gain from dance practice so they can guide you accordingly.
2. The gym or school just around the corner may not necessarily be the best place for serious dance classes.
3. Having some knowledge of dance doesn’t make someone a true dance teacher.
4. Being a dance teacher is a vocation and involves many aspects, including truly teaching students using their psychophysical motor skills.
5. A dance teacher demonstrates high moral and ethical values.
6. A dance teacher is not just someone who wins competitions but someone who can transmit their knowledge.
7. Ask for a trial class to see their teaching approach.
8. A dance teacher should be able to explain well, be patient, and show positive energy to motivate people.
9. Taking dance classes is receiving education and training; it’s truly an investment in oneself.
10. A dance teacher should first and foremost look like a dance teacher.

The decision is yours. Now is a great time to learn to dance… Go for it!