SOCIAL DANCE

Three reasons why children of ballroom dancers perform better in school. The first reason is discipline, preparing for performances and learning new elements. Children understand that anything can be achieved if you put in the effort. The second reason for developing cognitive abilities and coordination in Dancing is to remember the steps and sequence of movements. This contributes to the formation of new neural connections in the child, which has a beneficial effect on memory, thinking and concentration. The third reason is self-confidence of even the shyest child and gives him confidence in his abilities, especially after performing on stage.

FOR KIDS

Research has found that ballroom dancing improves mental acuity throughout a dancer’s life and there are also substantial benefits to those who start ballroom dancing as adults. It enhances memory, alertness, awareness, focus and concentration. The 21-years study by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine proved that ballroom dancing is the best way to prevent dementia and other neurological degeneration such as Alzheimer’s disease.

The even more surprising part of this study? Ballroom dancing was the ONLY physical activity to offer protection against dementia (not swimming, playing tennis or golf, walking or bicycling).  In 2003, this study concluded by saying that “dance can decidedly improve brain health.”

FOR ADULTS