Product Description
by Sue Hewgill Peterson (Author)
Travel through a timeline of rhythm and motion, engaging with different examples of how the skills learnt through dance can transform health and wellbeing. With narratives throughout, the book culminates on how to 'get dancing'. This book is for everyone who values fitness and wellbeing whether you are an experienced dancer or a beginner.
Dance for your Life is here for anyone interested in living well. Perhaps you have felt ill or low, or your children are looking for a new dimension to their lives.
Has dance been on your radar as something to explore. Maybe you would like to bring more vitality into your life, or you are here driven by curiosity: what on earth has dance to do with living life better? All children should have the chance to express themselves through dance. To realise how moving your body equates to feeling good. People have developed new habits for life. Dance to live well.
The world can change in a heartbeat! Your world can change in a Dancebeat!
Dancing is the loftiest, the most moving, the most beautiful of the arts. For it is no mere translation or abstraction of life. It is life itself. HENRY HAVELOCK (1859 - 1939), An English physician
Dance is liberating, it's seen as an act of outward expression.
Life is full of exciting opportunities, so step forward and take them. If you feel inspired to dance or to encourage others to, you must go ahead. Say yes to yourself and do it. Find out about transferable life skills learnt through dance. Read this book and discover.
- Creativity
- Discover the joy of movement
- Perseverance
- Respect
- Confidence
- Responsibility
- Social Skills
- Focus
- Flexibility
- Gratitude
- Spatial awareness
- Social distancing
- Becoming a more knowledgeable dance audience
- Leadership skills
- Musicality and appreciation of music
- Time management
- Pride of those around
- Inclusive movement
- Preparation for job interviews
- Enjoying an activity with older/younger people
