Those of us who dance at the Center find square dancing fun to the point of being addictive; many of us dance several times a week.

However, you may be wondering what’s in it for you?

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Basically, modern western square dancing offers you:

•     moderate physical exercise

•     mental exercise

•     a social activity with a lot of community

•     the opportunity to dance all over the US and the world

•     and don’t forget the fun!

 

Here are some links that provide more information about the benefits of modern western square dancing:

• Benefits of Square Dancing​​

• Square Dancing: Have Fun and Improve Health​

• WebMD: Don’t be a Square -- Dance!

• Mayo Clinic - Dr. Aaron Blackburn's 1994 Article​

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