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16 | OHCC LIVING | JANUARY 2025 | The benefits of ballroom dancing are well documented. According to the Health Fitness Revolution magazine in their article titled "Top 10 Health Benefits of Ballroom Dancing", there are plenty of keys to happiness, and dancing is one of them. The article also states that ballroom dancing is a wonderful way for people from all walks of life to get in shape while also releasing their creative juices. This goes past merely benefiting your body - to also benefiting your state of mind and social connections. Dancing is a great social activity, and it has been proven that socializing regularly can have vast health benefits on self-esteem, stress, and even help prevent the onset of dementia. Learning dance routines can enhance cognitive function. It requires memory, focus, and mental agility as individuals remember and execute specific steps and patterns. The club holds monthly dances, weekly dance lessons, and weekly practice sessions. Our dances are generally held on the second Friday of the month. Dress is casual. Join us for our next dance which will be in Abravanel Hall on Valentine's Day, Fri., Feb. 14. Details will be forthcoming. The weekly dance lessons will resume in February. Details will be forthcoming. They are held each week on Wednesdays. Beginner lessons are at 2 pm and Intermediate lessons are at 3 pm in Abravanel Hall. The cost is $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Pay at the door (no reservations are required, just come). Carrie Kloss, a champion dancer, and professional instructor will provide the dance instruction. The Lesson Review and Open Practice sessions will resume after we resume lessons in 2025. They will be held in Abravanel Hall on Mondays from 2 to 4 pm. Experienced OHCC dancers review Wednesday's lessons and provide help upon request. You can practice your dancing to a variety of ballroom music. The party is FREE, just drop in. These parties are open to all residents of OHCC and guests of members. The annual membership dues for the Ballroom Dance Club are $10 per person. With this membership you will receive regular emails describing club activities as well as discounts for dances and lessons. To join, just drop your check off at the front desk. Indicate your email address(s) on the check. For further information, please call Marv Todd (978) 239-5440 or email at mtodd941@gmail.com. Written by Marv Todd Ballroom Dance