BLOG 1: WHAT IS DANCE?

By: Chelsea Denéé L. Evardone

September 10, 2021

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(for pic) William Oxer F.R.S.A., THE CIRCLE OF LIFE

The Merriam-Webster.Com Dictionary, Why do people dance? Here Are Some of the Real Reasons We Dance.

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WHAT IS DANCE?

“Dancing is the poetry of the foot.”

Many people may see dance as just some sport but it is more than that. Considering the defined meaning of dance, the Miriam Webster Dictionary states dance is an act or instance of moving one's body rhythmically usually to music.

Many may only see it through the lens of that definition, but in reality, it is more than that. It is more than just a piece of art, or a sport, or a hobby. Dance is a form of self-expression that can be passed on to different generations. Not only that, it is a way to destress, get your feelings out, and a form of exercise. Who knew that bodily movements can help communicate how we feel?

Dancing is moving along with the rhythm of the music. We all know that music in itself is a way to destress but moving along and vibing with it can help a ton! Through a simple beat, we can create a new choreography that stands out from any other, and that in itself is fascinating.

Dancing has many benefits not only physically but mentally. Let’s admit it, having to memorize a three-minute choreography is difficult, especially for beginners. With dancing, you get to practice your mental abilities to memorize and familiarize yourself in the nick of time! Since it is a form of self-expression, it can help you let out things you feel the need to let go of, which can help you clear your mind.

Through dance, we get to meet new and amazing human beings. Through dance, we have been able to connect to each other, either face to face or not. Dance is a great communicator and art to make new connections with one of the best people we can ever meet.

Dancing has been part of human civilization for centuries, and it has grown to have multiple genres to choose from and get to familiarize ourselves with. Perhaps, dancing is something that can’t just be explained by a simple dictionary. So, what really is dance? I guess that is something that we have to define for ourselves, but one thing is for sure, it can do wonders.

SOURCES:

dance. (n.d.). The Merriam-Webster.Com Dictionary. Retrieved September 9, 2021, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dance

Why do people dance? Here Are Some of the Real Reasons We Dance. (2019, November 8). Dance With Me Studios. https://dancewithmeusa.com/why-we-dance-the-reasons/