A PRÁTICA DA DANÇA DE SALÃO PELA POPULAÇÃO IDOSA

Abstract

This work addresses the theme "The practice of ballroom dancing by the elderly population", such an approach is justified in reflecting on the history of ballroom dancing, from its emergence to the present day, having as main axis the intention to demonstrate the several benefits for the body through ballroom dancing for the elderly population. The aim of this study was to analyze that dance is an important component for the promotion of people's well-being, and should be recognized as a highly beneficial activity for the body. Ballroom dancing also has a lot to contribute to the development of various skills and abilities, improving people's quality of life in many ways. Speed. strength, balance, agility. resistance, coordination. rhythm. flexibility, memorization and socialization are some of the aspects worked on. When exercising the body through ballroom dancing, the practitioner also develops his communicative potential, starting to express himself better. After carrying out this study, it can be stated that ballroom dancing as a regular physical activity can enable the person to a stage of healthy aging, minimizing and at the same time preventing the effects of age, improving mental capacity, physical function, providing health and welfare.