Pros And Cons Of Ballroom Instruction

By Kathryn Neal


Doctors encourage people to stay healthy and add aerobics to their daily routine. Ballroom instruction is a great way of staying in shape both mentally and physically. Of course, it is vital to check with your physician before starting any new exercise. You also need to remember that some instructors and studios have taken advantage of seniors and can convince them to spend money they cannot afford.

Aerobic, or cardio, exercise is physical exertion that increases the intake of oxygen into the body. It strengthens your muscles, and it improves your circulation and makes your heart work more efficiently. At the same time it is important not to overdo it because you can injure your muscles and do more damage than good.

One great low impact workout is dancing. It includes the well known aerobic benefits but carries less risk of injury. It gives both your body and your mind a great workout. It helps with memory because you must do the dance steps in a particular order.

Ballroom dancing has become very popular in recent years. It is an ideal social activity for both singles and couples and some people even go on to compete. It is easy to find ballroom instruction in most cities. Instructors can assist you in learning how to dance and in making sure you are having fun.

The majority of people that take ballroom dance lessons are elderly. This brings up health considerations and a doctor should always be consulted before starting lessons. He can let you know if there are any restrictions or if you are clear to take ballroom instruction. It is very important to keep his precautions in mind and not to stop any medications. If you have heart problems you should be especially careful when exercising.

Another concern is the possibility of fraud. There are many reputable companies but there are also people that exploit the vulnerability of the elderly. If your dance instructor is too flirty, or wants to develop a close, personal relationship and then pressures you into signing more contracts then they could be part of a scam.

Some people have signed expensive multi-year contracts that extend beyond their reasonable lifetime. They are convinced by instructors that tell them they are special and will become famous. The reality is that most people are good enough to enjoy dancing but not to become professionals. Be honest with yourself and you can avoid a lot of these problems. If you do get taken in by a con man, though, put aside your pride and call the police. There is not much that they have not heard and they may be able to recover your money. Another important consideration is that your complaint could help protect the next potential victim.

Ballroom instruction can be great exercise for people in nearly every situation. The key though, is not to push yourself so hard you end up hurting yourself. Another concern is that you do not become a victim of a scammer. The studios and instructors are in business and some may not have your best interest at heart. Be honest with yourself and know your limitations and enjoy the benefits of dancing.




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