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Dancing is one of the most fun ways to stay in shape, increase your coordination, balance and flexibility, and meet new people. There are tons of different dance styles, each with their own rhythm and moves. The most common include: ballroom, ballet, folk, latin, swing, hip hop, break dancing, and belly dancing. There are tons of dance studios which offer classes, and local dance troupes you can join to dance on a regular basis. Many gyms offer dance and dance-based aerobic exercise classes as well.
Most of all, dancing is about having fun. Our bodies naturally want to move when we hear a great rhythm. If you take that spirit with you, you'll be well on your way to becoming a great dancer.
The first thing you'll need to decide is what type of dancing you want to do. There are tons of different types and styles, so think about what you've seen and what kind of music you most enjoy, and decide on a style that fits you. Once you've decided on a type of dance, you'll most likely want to take lessons if you're not already an experienced dancer.
Choosing an instructor is one of the most important decisions you'll make. A good instructor can help teach you good technique, show you new moves, and help you correct your mistakes and bad habits. Find an instructor with a lot of teaching experience in the style that you're learning – great dancers don't always make great instructors. See if you can find a review or the class, or head over to the studio and ask students in the class what they think. Talk to the instructor and see if you like his or her style and personality.
Once you've found an instructor you like, make sure that the class times are convenient for you. You'll want to choose a studio and class time that fits well into your schedule, otherwise it will be too easy to let things 'come up' to keep you from your pursuit of dancing. You may want to find a buddy who's interested in learning dance with you. This can be a great way to keep you motivated, and make it more fun for both of you.
Dancing has a number of benefits – it's fun, a great workout, relieves stress, and increases flexibility, balance, coordination and strength. Plus, dancing is a great way to meet new people, and burns lots of calories to help you lose weight. A lot of people feel dancing is a great way to express their creativity and explore their inner artist. What's your motivation?
