Dance Mix (Thursday)

About this course

Sessions combine styles including cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, flamenco, calypso and Salsaton, with occasional belly dance or hip-hop depending on the instructor. Fast and slow Latin rhythms are used for dance-based cardio and body-sculpting exercises. Learners work towards improved coordination, balance, flexibility, stamina and movement control. A health questionnaire or initial assessment informs individual progression targets, with progress reviewed against class targets and through learner self-assessment. Home exercise may be recommended as learners develop.

What you'll learn

• Recognise a broader range of dance movements across several styles.
• Use improved coordination, flexibility and balance while dancing.
• Demonstrate greater stamina and control of movement.
• Perform a range of dance moves with smoother movement and increased confidence.

Is this course right for you?

The course is open to all levels and no previous dance knowledge is necessary. It involves physical activity through varied dance rhythms and exercise. Learners complete a health questionnaire or initial assessment, and the source advises checking with a GP about existing or recent injuries.

• Suitable for learners without previous dance knowledge.
• Includes exercise-based movement and varied rhythmic activity.
• Individual progression targets are set from an initial assessment.

Before you go

• Wear comfortable, suitable clothing for an exercise class.
• A bottle of water may be brought.
• Learners complete a health questionnaire and/or initial assessment.
• Additional support may be available for learning difficulties, disabilities, literacy, numeracy and speakers of other languages.