5 reasons why dancing and mental health go together

We're going to tell you why you don't have to be an amazing dancer to reap the full benefits of dance on your mental health. And why dancing through #lockdown is one of the best things you can do....

Dancing and mental health go together because:

1. Dance improves memory

2. Dance activates the brains reward centres

3. Dance makes you more intelligent

4. Dance reduces stress and anxiety

5. Dance increases your confidence

1. Dance improves your memory

It strengthens neuroplasticity -What does this mean? Dance encourages new neural connections to be made, meaning it keeps your memory functioning at it's best!

Learning dance moves takes focus and activates the brains hippocampus—the part of the brain that’s responsible for emotions and memory. Why is this such a big deal I hear you ask? Keeping the hippocampus engaged is key for