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Saturday, September 5, 2009

Benefits of Dance and Gymnastics

Dance and gymnastics have many benefits that fall into five different categories. Physical, Intellectual, Artistic, Social, and Individual.

Physical:                                                            
Fitness
Coordination
Cardiovascular
Flexibility
Endurance
Strength.

Intellectual:
Intellectual Stimulation
Calculation and Planning
Sequential Learning
Patterns
Spatial development
Increased Motivation to Learn
Mental Flexibility and Problem Solving
Right and Left Brain Inclusion (Holistic Thinking)
Improved Academic Performance

Artistic:
Arts Appreciation
Musicality and Rhythmic Expression
Creative Expression
Imagination
Innovation

Social:
Team Exploration and Cooperation
Communication
Camaraderie

Individual:
Confidence and Self-Esteem
Listening Skills
Self-Discipline
Sense of Accomplishment
Persistence
Accuracy
Being Open to New Ideas

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