Let's Get Physical

Aerobics Aerobics means “with oxygen” referring to the use of oxygen when muscles generate energy during moderate-intensity physical activity. Different types of aerobics include swimming, cycling, jogging, walking, football, soccer, dancing and many others. Aerobics is a great way to get up, get out and get physical and it comes with many great benefits such as: •           Weight loss •           Healthier arteries •           Strong heart •           Reduced risk of coronary heart disease •           Improved mood •           Sharper mind When first starting out one should warm-up before any activity to avoid injury. Warm-ups you can do are stretching different muscles or walking before begin...

There are many differences between a dance social and a club. The only thing similarity they have is that people are dancing. In dance socials the price of admission is usually cheaper than going to a club. In a dance social you will only hear one or two genres of music. In Salsa clubs for example about 50% to 80% of the time is dedicated to just salsa music, depending on the Dj. Some Djs will add maybe one or two cumbias, merengue and reggaeton songs. At bachata nights the majority of the time bachata will be heard. Sometimes a few salsa songs will be added. Salsa and Bachata are normally always played together in dance socials. In swing socials, you will hear slow, mid, or fast swing songs. In swing socials people can be seen dancing east coast swing, west coast swing and lindy hop. In a dance social not everyone is drunk. Maybe only one or two people, and usually they are not part of the scene. The people part of the dance scene might have a drink or two to get courage to ask...

Sports Sports are important activities that can benefit someone in both their physical and mental aspect. This are the benefits of playing sports: Positive experiences Teach your leadership Communication to solve problems Reach your fitness goals or maintaining a healthy weight Develops self-confidence

Health benefits of dancing Dancing is a great way for people of all ages to get fit, or just get a little exercise in, and/or release stress. Many physical and mental benefits include: improved condition of your heart and lungs increased muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness increased aerobic fitness improved muscle tone and strength weight management stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis better coordination, agility and flexibility improved balance and spatial awareness increased physical confidence improved mental functioning improved general and psychological wellbeing greater self-confidence and self-esteem better social skills. There are many different kinds of dances one can try, depending on your taste in music. In this page, we will just focus on the most popular dances in the San Fernando Valley. The styles we will focus on will be: Salsa Bachata Swing Hip Hop Ballroom Getting started ...