JOIN
DANCE
FOR JOY
DANCE FOR JOY
Dance for Joy is a community class that invites movers all ages and experiences to warm the body up from the inside out with live drumming. Through guided movement exercises, creative play, and exploring the relationship of rhythm and movement, this class activates your inner joy and builds community. This class is led by SCD Company Member Xiao-Xuan Yang Dancingers, accompanied by drummer Dave Morgan, and assisted by an SCD apprentice.
“I believe DANCE is one of the most liberating ways to express oneself and it improves quality of life!“
– Artistic Director, Leymis Bolanos Wilmott
Lead by SCD Company Member Xiao-Xuan Yang Dancigers and assistant SCD Teaching Artist Sarah Affainie.
Thursdays at 10am
Dates:
Sept 4 & 18
Oct 2 & 16
Nov 6 & 20
Dec 4 & 18
Jan 15
Feb 5
This class is sponsored by the
Johnson-Singer Arts Education Fund
Program Locations
Leonard Reid House
2529 N Orange Ave Sarasota, FL 34234
Aviva Senior Living
1951 N Honore Ave Sarasota, FL 34235
WHY DANCE FOR JOY?
DANCE has been part of human culture since the beginning of time. Its origins were meant as a way of communication, ceremonials, and celebrations. It is an art form that activates the whole body.
JOY a source of pleasure and happiness
BENEFITS
Boost Memory
Boost Decision-Making
Boost Visual Recognition
Boost Self-Esteem
Enhances creativity
Enhances socializing
Encourages self-expression
Improves balance
Improves coordination
Increases muscle strength
Increases endurance
Improves flexibility
Reduces Depression
Reduces Stress
