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Why Swing Dancing?

Why are the dances of the 30s to 50s so popular all over the world? They have a great deal to offer to young and old, irrespective of ability and background:

  1. The music for those dances is awesome and timeless. You just can’t resist to tap your foot and snap your fingers.
  2. Those dances are fun and make you feel good. They give you a welcome break from the stress of work and life.
  3. Swing dancing is an easy way to meet people.
  4. It’s really great to hold somebody in your arms - you will appreciate the excitement and romance.
  5. Those dances are street dances and free of rules. It’s a great way to express yourself, play with the music and your partner. Even guys can look natural and good.
  6. Learning dancing will increase your personal confidence and it is good for your soul.
  7. Swing dancing is cool and hip and there’s no need for ear-plugs and drugs.
  8. Those dances offer you a fitter and healthier lifestyle. They keep you young and flexible in your body and mind. Rhythm and movement increases your life span. Who wants to exercise in a gym if you can do that dancing with multiple partners to great music and rhythms?

Just watch those photos. That explains everything:

Pictures of RTSF

pictures by Bryant Gover

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