Adult Ballet Classes Starting November 5 - Why should you go?

Learning ballet as an adult is a chance to escape from work stress & your overscheduled life and do something for yourself!

Fusion Dance Company in Palm Harbor is offering Adult Ballet Classes starting November 5th! The class will focus on building strength, balance, alignment, flexibility, grace and agility through the basic exercises of ballet. It's perfect for fun & fitness! No previous dance experience necessary - all abilities welcome! So, whether you have never danced before, danced when you were younger, or just want to keep up with your dancing, it's the perfect chance to have some fun.

Attire is easy too! Leotard and tights are always welcome in any ballet class. But you are also welcome to wear any comfortable exercise apparel you can move freely in, such as yoga pants and a t-shirt .

There are so many benefits to taking ballet at any age! Including...

• Greater Core Strength, Spinal Health, Balance, & Flexibility- Core engagement and balance is exercised throughout every class. Virtually all exercises in ballet class require the engagement of the entire core (abdominals and back) while keeping the muscles surrounding the spine limber. Through various stretches, ballet engages the entire body from head to toe.

• Improves Cognitive Function - Ballet is a great workout for the brain as well as for the body! Doing small combinations in class stimulates the brain and enhances focus. The combination of music with coordinated steps is enjoyable and helps mental agility as well as physical!

• Relieves Stress & It's Fun - Dancing, like any other physical activity releases the neurotransmitter, endorphins (also called happy hormones), which serve to reduce stress and cause our bodies to feel calm, happy and optimistic. Ballet is the perfect outlet for stress reduction and creative expression. When the body feels good, the mind does too.