Mississippi Mills Recreation and Culture department is again offering the opportunity for everyone who wishes to get that extra bit of exercise. Line dancing has it all. There are lots health benefits to line dancing. In addition to physical benefits (it is categorized as an aerobic and weight-bearing activity) it has great brain stimulation as it rolls several brain health prescriptions together – socialization, memorization and stress-reduction. As little as one hour of exercise a week can help older women reduce their risk of fractures.
Although it had its beginnings in country and waltz music, it has maintained its relevance by embracing a variety of different music genres such as celtic, cha-cha, mambo, rumba, tango, and others. Unlike some other dancing where having a partner is a pre-requisite, this does not apply to line dancing.
Dancing is like walking. Having two left feet does not exist in this dance form – all the steps have alternate moves that make it easy for everyone to learn. Classes will start with Beginner level and gradually move to include Ultra/Advanced Beginner and maybe some easy intermediate-level dances. Your first classes are designed to teach you basic steps and a series of short dance patterns put together which will help in your learning ability. Once the various steps are learned, each new dance becomes easier. Regardless of the dancers ability, everyone has their lows and highs before they become comfortable in their dancing (even the most experienced dancers make mistakes). Consistency in attending classes is what increases learning ability. Hang in there, have a good sense of humour and have fun.
The 2025-26 season starts with the fall session beginning on October 9, the winter session on January 8 and the spring session on April 2. There are eleven classes in each session at a cost of $10 per class or $95 if paid in advance for residents of Mississippi Mills and $12 per class or $110 if paid in advance for non-residents. Classes are held on Thursday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the John Levi Community Center. Registration is from 12:40 to 1:20 p.m.).
Put On Your Dancin’ Shoes – Happy Dancing
