Benefits of dance
Get fit sociably at the DanceHouse on the Ipswich waterfront
Dancing is an aerobic exercise which improves the condition of your heart and lungs, burns calories and develops balance and co-ordination.
Ballet
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Develops, lengthens and strengthens muscles
- Improves
suppleness, flexibility and posture
- Works every muscle - from your
fingers and stomach to your legs
Belly Dancing
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Improves posture, stamina and stability
- Strengthens
abdominal and back muscles
- Low impact and gentle
- Improves
coordination through controlled, fine movements
Flamenco
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Energetic exercise
- Improves muscle strength
Hip Hop
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High energy cardiovascular exercise
- Builds stamina
- Sociable
workout
Jazz
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Energetic exercise
- Develops muscle strength – especially in
the lower body
- Improves flexibility in the arms and hands
Tap
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High energy cardiovascular exercise
- Tones lower-body muscles
by optimising the thighs and quads
- Gets blood pumping around all the
major muscles
Zumba®
- High energy cardiovascular exercise
- Fun full body workout
- Strengthens the body's core muscles
Yoga and Pilates
These exercises focus on muscles of the arms, legs, abdomen and back.
Yoga
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Tones and detoxifies
- Improves flexibility and posture
- Improves physical and mental well being through relaxation, meditation and breathing skills
Pilates
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Overall body conditioning
- Develops core strength
- Improves posture
