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Dance the Game
Regular jogs in the morning can sometimes be boring and exercise is better done with people or with a partner. Sports activities like basketball, volleyball or swimming could be great ideas but one sport is not done on fields or courts and played not wearing sports shoes or jogging pants.
The place was dark. Two shadows stood at the center of the room. Then the lights turned on one by one and a large spotlight focused on the two people. Then Spanish music played in the background… the audience was anticipating the moves. The dress of the woman moved with her sways and her stilettos followed her every step. The man in his shiny black shoes and glittery vest complimented every step, every beat of the music...
And this is their game
Ballroom dancing is not just a dance. It is a sport done by partners for competitions and leisure. It is a dance that started off in Germany and has continued and spread its music and steps throughout the world. From a dance that began as a formal activity it is presently enjoyed by many players not only because of the leisure it brings but its health benefits as well.
Standardisation of this sport has been done and these moves are now done by contemporary players. The Five standardized modern ballroom dancers are called Modern Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot, and Quickstep. Besides these kinds there is also another category called the Latin America Dances. Many dances in ballroom dancing came from this country. Among them five dances are also the most popular: Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, Cha Cha, and Jive,
Ballroom dancing in Australia has been staged in different international and local competitions. Groups propagating this sport have been formed in the country and are continuously supporting competitive and socialization events.
But as much as being a good activity for competition and socials, ballroom dancing can be a very great activity for those health buffs. Dancing is good exercise. As players move, more muscles are moved and can contribute to good flexibility and endurance. From here it could also help develop proper posture and body structure and the movements done are good for one’s heart.
We now take it from the benefits of ballroom dancing in our body to its emotional benefits. It could help one develop his social skills as he interacts with his partner. Confidence could be achieved as one feels good about himself. Learning the dance or the sport must not only include the skills in the moves but as well as the emotions of the partners as they glide with the music. Elegance and gracefulness are also essential to express this passion to the audience.
Ballroom dancing academies have been established in Australia for information on them visit the following suggested sites:
http://www.orchardsdance.com/
http://www.planetballroom.com.au/dancesport/
http://www.garryroberts.com.au/
http://www.latinogrooves.com/
These are sites that offer dance lessons to those who want to try a new sport. So try ballroom dancing and sweat your hearts out in that elegant dress or shiny vest. With its physical and social benefits you are not making the wrong step. Dance and be healthy.
And do not forget to play like nobody is watching.
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