When you think of someone planning out their week with sports, dance classes, music lessons and art workshops, who do you picture? My guess is this seems like the schedule of a child who has taken on many activities. But why does our society so often think that these extracurriculars are only meant for children? Trying new things can already be scary, but it is even more so when our culture believes that fun and interesting activities are not meant for adults.
Adult classes are not something to avoid or be embarrassed about for many reasons. Think about the people in your life who have chosen to go back to school or take night classes to earn a degree. Do you consider that a waste of time? No! They are learning a new skill or getting a higher education in order to change their lives. And learning anything new, whether it be for work or for fun, changes your life for the better.
Often in a world where we prioritize adult responsibilities and the day-to-day hassles of life, the idea of setting aside time and money for something fun seems frivolous. People forget that creative endeavors are worthwhile. Exercising different parts of your brain, challenging yourself, or doing something that makes you happy contributes to mental wellness. The need for mental and spiritual health does not go away after childhood.
One thing to remember is that the stresses of life can take control of your attitude and change the way you look at the world. Whether you are in your a 20-something feeling aimless or a grandparent looking to find enjoyment, adult classes can be great outlet when anxiety and restlessness are too much to take. Maybe you want to take a boxing class to channel that energy or get in shape. Or you want to learn pottery to test your artistic limits. Or you want to try a dance class abroad when you are traveling for work or are unsure how to spend your vacation. When you follow your instincts and stop being afraid, the possibilities are endless!
One of the many joys in life is the variety of experiences one can have. The world is at our fingertips. Any inhibition you might have based on what you think you are “supposed to do” is a waste of time. Childhood isn’t the last opportunity to be successful at something creative or fun. Don’t let new and wonderful opportunities pass you by. Go take a dance class!
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Would you recommend dance classes as a couples activity? I think a date night complete with a fun dance class could be a fun, healthy way to bond with my girlfriend!
Dancing has a great deal to show me life, as well. It shows me how to react to changing conditions nimbly and innovatively, without going crazy. It is the quintessential accepting circumstances for what they are. It shows me certainty. It shows me how to tune in. that is quite essential.
I agree with you, dance class are not just for kids. I enrolled dance class when I was 18, my P.E teacher was the one who suggest that idea since he saw my ability (I didn’t know I have that time) and enrolling in dance class really helped me ease my anxiety and help me improve my socialization, it became my stress reliever.
So true! I feel that as an adult dancing could provide an escape from stress you experience in your normal day. There is nothing to be ashamed of! The one who is judging should be the one who should be ashamed. It is never too late to learn a skill or find your passion. Dancing doesn’t see numbers as long you want to dance no one should stop you. Not only dancing you could also try other hobbies. Your age should not stop you.
I’m an expat and I frequently move, so while it’s harder for me to get to a dance studio, I’ve been using Youtube a lot to dance 🙂 I find it’s super useful to keep limber and learn new techniques. OTOH, it does get a little lonely without the human interaction.
You can invite friends over for a You Tube dance get together. I’m sure that will be fun. It does seem lonely dancing by yourself.
I agree with that. Dancing is for everyone. I always believe that one should not dictate what others should and shouldn’t do. Dancing is open for all. Maybe you just discover your passion late or you just have the time now, you should never be judged. It is not only dancing it can be other hobbies. It is never too late!
It feels good when I dancing even I’m like a robot. Lol
A friend of mine has been inviting me to join her dance club for a while now. After reading this I’m thinking of giving it a try. Thank you for the inspiration Danielle!
I concur, dance classes are not just for kids. From my standpoint, not so many people are good at dancing: most people are terrible dancers. Therefore, for them to up their dancing game they’ll apparently have to join a dance class. For example, am terrible at Salsa and I’ve been thinking of joining a Salsa class.
The benefits of extracurricular activities such as dancing abound. You get to do what you love, you get to exercise, and i most cases —you can make a living out of it. Kids engage in these activities and they enjoy more of these benefits. Little wonder why they generate more positive energy than the average adult. Adulthood should be fun, it should be loving, and exciting too; so there’s no need reason that extracurricular activities, like dance classes, are only for kid
I always want to try dance classes. I love dancing but dancing doesn’t really love me and I’m at the age when I think I am losing my strength. I guess I need this to help my body exercise.
This is an eye-opener to me, Danielle. I really consider being responsible as the best way to be an adult. I completely forgot how to enjoy myself. Since I started to work, I never considered putting my extra money to learn new enjoyable skills. Dancing is not my interest but after reading your post, I now remembered that I am interested to learn Taekwondo and swimming. Thank you for reminding me to enjoy my life!
I strongly agree with you. Dance class is not just for kid. Its for everybody. It can all your stresses away.
I think dance clubs can be a great way to meet new people. My brother met his wife doing salsa dancing lessons! Particularly if you’re living or working abroad, you can meet a lot of locals as well doing something fun and enjoyable.
I’m living abroad right now and considering participating in some fun activities, you’ve just sparked my interest in joining dance classes (beginner-level only).
And yes, you’re right, dancing is NOT only for children. I think dancing is like LEGO, it’s suitable for anyone from ages 4 to 99!
I cannot agree more! We shouldn’t be limited in pursuing our passions by our age. There is no age limit for dancing, and it’s good that we support people who take on new hobbies at adulthood. After all, sometimes we only discover new interests when we’re older, and most of our time in adolescence and young adulthood are spent studying and building our careers, anyway. There should be more institutions offering programs for adults – because dancing isn’t just for kids! Age shouldn’t matter, as long as you’re doing what you love.
The main point here is dont let pass the opportunity to gain discoveries, learnings and experience.
The main point here is dont let pass the opportunity to, discover, learning and experiecess
Agreed! Taking dance classes has definitely improved my energy levels, coordination, and it sure is more fun than an hour at the gym. I enroled in a Salsa class last year, as I had been to several parties with Latinos and was embarrassed to not know how to dance. Dance lessons have made a huge difference, both in attitude and in overall well-being.
Also one way of relaxation. Dancing can be a scape from an exhausting day at work. Many of us think no more of taking a break. We should not forget that dancing is a good form of exercise. Making a living is important as well as healthy body and mind.
Dance is one of the best practices to enhance your character as a person. It gives you freedom to express your feelings. The beat of the music ignites your soul and the passion you feel within brings confidence in ways we do not understand.
Excellent post. Nowadays, dance, music and other extra curricular classes are considered a taboo for adults. Adult participation is almost nil in the place where I am from. People should change their mindset and start thinking about these seriously. These serve as perfect examples of stress busters and also give you the necessary exercise to your body. Also, many people would have sacrificed their passion and starting working for personal reasons should certainly attending dance or music or arts classes in the evenings or in the weekends. Age is just a number and nothing is permanent in this busy world, so we should make the most of the opportunities we get before it gets too late.
Dont make things hard for yourself, let some loose in yourself. Enjoy yourself while doing your hobby because you only live once. Maybe next time you cant do that or tommorow. Thid one ive realize in this content.
Dance class is not just for kids: I strongly agree with it. There’s no required age limit in terms as long as you loved to dance ang happy with it then go do it. Dancing also gives you many benefits, it will help your body more active, more flexible and also help socialized to other people. It is not for your body itself but for your whole being.
Dance Classes: They’re not just or kids!: I absulotely agree on this. Dance has no restimriction in terms of age, as long as you love to do it then be it. Dance has many benefits, it will energized your body, make you more active in daily task and it also may make you feel young as well.
Dance classes should be embraced by people of all ages.Dancing is a type of therapy. It reduces stress and makes the body exercise and enjoy at the same time.Adults also need exercise and enjoyment. There are styles of dancing that pop up when one is no longer a child.Does it mean,as an adult you are locked out?
Dance classes are not only for kids.Dancing is one way of giving the body the much needed exercise. It also refuces tress. Dance classes need commitment for one to learn the skill.New dancing styles pop up every now and then,some are come when one is already an adult.It doesn’t mean they areva ni go zone for adults. Dancing is a talent and those who have it dance all the way to old age.
Dance classes are not only for kids.Dancing is one way of giving the body the much needed exercise. It also refuces tress. Dance classes need commitment for one to learn the skill.New dancing styles pop up every now and then,some are come when one is already an adult.It doesn’t mean they areva ni go zone for adults. Dancing is a talent and those who have it dance all the way to old age.
Making dancing a little more fun and available to anyone. Stress relieving is one way to say it and a combination of exercise. I just wonder though can the old folks handle it.
Yes, dancing is just so relaxing and fun.. not just for young people but for all ages and it enhances out stamina to be much better. It is stress relieving and good for the muscles.
Dance classes really is essential for those who love dancing and enjoy doing it because you enjoy doing it at the same time you’re keeping your body to be physically fit, it also reduces stress, so for me dancing is a great form of exercise and everybody can do it.
I never viewed dance classes as a kids-only endeavor. In fact, one of my plans in the future is to enroll in a dance class so I can release stress and have fun after work. Also, dancing is really fun to do, period. I haven’t decided on what dance class to take yet, but it would probably be either a ballet class or a contemporary dance class. How about you? I would like to know what type of dance you like.
Dancing classes are not meant for children only,adults can enjoy too.They can be a good recreation activity as well as exercise for the body,mind and soul.Little children know how to treat their bodies right.They are more ready to have fun and enjoy than adults.Dancing classes can help the body to unwind and reduce stress.Besides,some dancing styles are so cool.
Thank you for this reminder that creative endeavours are worthwile investments of both time and money. The article rings true to me, when I was in my mid 20s life handed me responsibilities that I wasn’t ready for. Stress and exhaustion hindered my time to have fun and it was the first time that I felt I wasn’t happy with how my life was going. I saved up money then took a break from work and enrolled in a short introductory course in film making. That was a great decision as it rejuvenated my gusto for life.
Many of us often disregard the Arts and the happiness it can bring us. I have never danced in my adult life but after reading this, I am thinking maybe its time to change that.
For the past two years, I have tried different ways of working out. I have run, ridden bicycles, done crunches, sit-ups, etc. I always start with enthusiasm but I always find myself quitting after a few days. It wasn’t until i came across a dance video workout that i really started truly working out. I have always loved dancing and I do it as often as I possibly can. I had however never viewed dancing as a way to burn calories up until that point. Now i dance as often as i can and it would be nice to do it with a group of other like-minded people. I would love to join a dance class but I don’t know of any in my city with people in the same age range. I’ll give it more thought and make some enquiries. Thanks for the suggestion
Dance classes are a good spare time and exercise for children and also to make more friends, for me, in terms of dancing class I like valley which help my body to stretch every muscle and ligaments which makes my day wonderful note: “no pain no gain”
Thanks for this wonderful article yes i agree that dancing is for everyone and thanks for sharing the beauty of this art
Well stated, I do dance and do other fun things alot and I don’t allow any experience or knowledge pass me by simply because I’m an adult now. I have come to realize that these little things add up over time to make life worthwhile and worth living so I relish them. Adulthood is still a fun phase of life so taking dance classes wouldn’t be a bad idea.
Dance classes are for everyone. As we get older, we seem to spend more time sitting, resting or laying in bed. Which is never good when staying flexible and keeping a strong body. I’ve thought of two reasons why dancing is for all ages.
Some may think that to participate in dance lessons you need to be already flexible before joining. When you begin on taking dance lessons, your body’s flexibility will increase as you do more movements.
Loss of strength. We get weaker as we age. This may be because we do not get enough exercise. Dances like ballet, jazz, and contemporary are the kinds of dances that can boost or build your body strength.
I agree that dance classes aren’t just for kids, it could be for any age. Yes most of the dance classes only have kids on it, this is because while they are young, their talent would be watered and be nourished as they grow old but that doesn’t mean adults can’t join. I like your point that a dance class could be a stress reliever I just hope people would don’t judge seeing an adult in a dance class.
Dancing is very effective in releasing stress and become physically fit. Dance classes are also an effective way of finding new friends and communicate with others.
I personally think that everyone has their own groove. Dancing is more than moving the body. It’s a physical activity promoting better health and physique. In deeper sense, dancing is a mode of self-expression. That’s why I think it is always filled with passion and emotions. Certain love for dancing may be developed in various life stages. That’s why it’s never too late to embrace its craft. Besides this, dancing is also a way of being able to connect to the world or to other people. When others tend to find it hard to meddle with society, I believe all it needs it to take one step at a time.
I cannot imagine myself in a dance class. My old bones will be creaking and making funny noises. I will not wake up the following day. I will leave those lessons to kids
Dancing is not only for kids but for all ages. It can increase the flexibility of a people. Dieters use dancing to increase their metabolism to burn fats. Dancing can boosts our self-confidence. It uses by some people to socialized to other people and to bond to them.
Dancing is an ART. Therefore, it is for everyone. Anyone can enroll into a dance class whatever genre it is. As long as you want to enjoy and whatever purpose you want to help you as a person. Dancing is not only the body movement of a person it can also releases stress to our body and keep our body active. Even if your at home you can shake that body of yours for some relaxation if it makes you relax.
My mom joins a dance class for people her age in my town. There are a bunch of classes like that where I live. I’m trying to be more active and dancing sounds really fun. Although I’m awkward at dancing I’d love to join with my friends sometime.
Dancing for me is something that everyone can learn even though they do not have the talent to start with. It is very fun and have many advantages. It also gives the people watching it joy and entertainment or even touch their deepest emotions as they feel the show. Thank you for the insights.
Dance is an art of performing. It is one way of expressing yourself through body movement. It is usually incorporated with music. It is also a form of exercise. It makes your body physically fit. It is fun and stress relieving. We all know that dancing is for all. Everybody deserves to dance. In dancing, there is no age limit and no exemptions. As long as you can dance and you have the passion and willingness to learn, you are very welcome in this craft or field.
Dancing is the most profound part of human inner being. Dance releases emotions and the ways of non-verbal communication you didn’t know you had in you. You become free, seductive, passionate or cruel depending on what you dance to. It is a sport, a profession, acknowledged medical therapy, hobby and fun and it keeps you sane and protected from everyday stress. So go for it, no matter how old you are.
Dance class nowadays is one way to make your stress go away, its a thing to experience specially if you want to be healthy and have a fit body. Dance class for others is like a therapy that they need everytime they feel unhealthy and feeling depressed and for others its a hobby that they almost do it everyday of their lives.
Dancing is really good for our health. It’s a form of exercise and also you can express yourself through dancing.
There is nothing to be ashamed when we move our body and getting along with the rhythm of the music. It is part of an exercise and more fun to do. There are a lot of exercises that contain dancing actions such as ‘zumba’ and a lot of people loves this kind of activity and I am one of them.
Dancing is really my passion. I love those cool movements and it relaxes me all the time. I am so good in dancing that I can do breakdances and other kinds of dance like traditional dances.
I agree with you. I think that dancing is a way to being a healthier and happier person.
I alsol ove dancing because it is fun and good for the health. I just hope many people would also love this kinds of exercise as a full work out.
I can relate Dancing/Dance with Singing/Song, both are align together. Life without the Dance and Song will be boring, it add life to life.
Dancing you activate the parts in the brain responsible for happiness. More adults should dance every day and then, maybe we will have more people that are relaxed, happy and healthier. I say “Let’s dance” 🙂
I’ve been long wanting to join and enroll in adult classes; may it be a dance class, a piano clas or the one thing my heart desires: violin class. I always thought that I’m way to old to join these classes. I feel that I’d just embarass myself seeing how most of my “classmates” were younger than me and others were even kids. You’ve totally changed my mindset and I thank you for that. I’ve come to a realization that there is actually nothing to be embarrassed about. You just gotta have to follow your heart. Thanks for the article (:
I love this so much. I’m a mother of 2 daughters and i ensure they have a variety of leisure in their life (including dance) to further their personal and professional development. Yet oddly I don’t take the same care of myself. I have always wanted to dance, even as a little girl, year never put myself first. I notice my local dance studio has an adult silks class, and maybe I will now have the courage to sign up for it 😉
Hi,
Dance is everything. As long as you move your body(in mind or physically) with a little music is awesome. This is how the way people enjoy their lives as well as how to express their feelings. It is also the gateway to show their passion, dreams and life. Nowadays there are different janra evolves everyday and it is interesting. As a dance instructor I’m supporting every kind of beat as long as you enjoy it and you have a heart to feel the music. Enjoy life.
Thank you
I’ve always wanted to join dance classes but the thought of telling my friends that i’ll enroll to it bothers me. I know it’s not a good excuse but maybe I should ignore what other people would think and I’ll let myself do what I want and enjoy life. When I was younger, I always loved joining dance competitions in school and the joy it gives me whenever I see how people enjoy our performances. As a working adult, dance class may be a way to escape the stress of adult life and it will also a way of to a healthier body. It improves our flexibility and a great form of exercise. Thank you for this great article. I might need to look for a nearest dance studio , soon.
I really love dancing. It’s like a part of me. Whenever I heard beats, I can’t help myself but to get along with it. Even just in my mind, I’m dancing. It’s very enjoyable activity. It improves my health and keep me physically fit.
I believe dance is for everyone. I really love dancing. It’s like a part of me. Whenever I hear music, I can’t help myself but to get along with it. I dance even just in my mind. Dancing keeps me healthy and fit. Its a great help to take my stress away.
Getting to a dance class is one of my bucket-list. I think its a great feeling accomplishing something you wouldnt thought you might actually do. Its true that each one of us are having responsibilities in everyday life but stepping into a you-day is more a responsibility because only we can make all these things possible.
It is never too late to put on your dancing shoes! after reading this article I feel inspired and motivated to join a dancing class near my neighbourhood. For years I’ve told my self, “I suck at dancing… I should’ve learnt how to dance at school” but today I’ve changed my tune. I have to deal with a lot of pressure and stress on a daily basis because of school and working long hours and I think dancing classes would serve me well as they boost you creativity and help you release stress.
Dancing is common during parties which signifies how it makes people happy. You are definitely right. It is not only for kids, but for everyone. It is one way to express someone’s emotion. Whether you are happy or sad, a dance can symbolize how you feel. I’m not a good dancer, but when the music is on, I’ll definitely do the groove.