Wally Mara, President
The Latin Rhythm Dance Club is in its fifteenth year of providing professional level instruction in authentic Latin dance styles for SaddleBrooke residents.
About Dancing
Taking a dance class – with its defined steps and different tempos – provides cognitive as well as balance challenges better than repetitive movement fitness training, like walking or cycling. Dancing improves joint mobility, flexibility, and balance, since one has to shift weight while moving in different directions. Plus, depending on the dance, you may burn 400 calories an hour. It’s a real “upper.”
Thursday Dance Classes
We begin by covering the basics needed for the dance patterns that follow. As we introduce our enjoyable dance patterns, we emphasize leading and following techniques, transitions, and crucial beginning and ending moves. We schedule plenty of practice time, so you can master the new steps. Dance step summary sheets and practice music CDs are provided to all class participants. Classes meet Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Vermilion Room at SaddleBrooke One.
Salsa, the Popular Latin Fast Dance Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
A popular dance created in New York by the Puerto Rican community and Cuban emigres.
Quickstep Basics, A Fast Classic March 5, 12, 19
Fast, aerobic, and surprisingly easy to learn.
American Tango Plus, A Modern Approach April 9, 16, 23, 30
We supplement classic tango with contemporary music and many new steps.
NOTE: Latin dancing is vigorous, aerobic, and very good for seniors’ bodies, minds, and balance. Be sure your doctor approves.
In General
Dance is exercise that integrates mind, body, and soul, and works for all ages and skill levels. For starters, it helps counteract the daily effects of sitting too much. Also, even at the beginner level, dancing improves posture.
For More Information
For more information about Latin Rhythm Dance Club classes and dance parties, our popular dance instructional DVDs, or membership, contact [email protected] or call 520-818-0604. Ask to be included on our email dance events list.