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Retired? Check Out These Ways to Fill Your Free Time!

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Older couple dancing in ArizonaLots of people look forward to retirement here in Arizona as well as around the world. After a lifetime of hard work, what’s wrong with wanting some well earned down time? But what do you do with yourself when the thrill of 24 hour relaxation wears off? The majority of retirees don’t want to spend the rest of their time watching television, so what about trying something that you may not have had time for in the past? From volunteering to trying ballroom dance lessons, here are a few fun suggestions for retirees.

Volunteer

You’ve done a lot in your life, and your community appreciates it. Just because you’re off the work force doesn’t mean you can’t keep giving back. Find a charity or a cause that you really care about and use your talents to help them out. If you love our furry friends, look into volunteering at a local shelter. Puppies and kittens needs people to walk them, play with them and more. Also, consider overseas volunteering. You aren’t tied down to a particular location once you hit retirement, so you can bring your gifts to other countries if that appeals to you, and explore some fun new places at the same time.

Outdoor Activities

Most of us spend our work hours indoors. Use retirement as an opportunity to make up for lost time! Some of the most popular retirement activities here in Arizona are fishing, bicycling, golfing, and hiking. All of these activities give you at least a mild workout – well, maybe not fishing – and they get you out in the vitamin D rich sun. Let the sun’s rays lift your spirits and take in some beautiful surroundings with fun outdoor activities. Great places to go biking or hiking include Sedona and Flagstaff, AZ.

Family Time

It can be very hard to make time for family when working a 9 to 5 job. Major careers can be even more time-consuming! Use your retirement years to visit your relatives and get to know them all over again. Your children (and grandchildren) have grown and have probably changed a bit since you knew them as kids. Get the know them as they are now and share your lives with them. They’ll appreciate the time and the stories you have to tell.

Travel

As mentioned earlier, you aren’t tied down to any one place. Explore the world! Some people are lucky enough to travel earlier in life, but it’s never too late. You’ve got time to spare, so visit new cultures and experience new adventures.

Hobbies

Hobbies are a great way to fill free time-without having to leave town. Take up knitting or learn to play an instrument or, better yet, learn to ballroom dance! Hobbies generally take some time to get the hang of, so use your newfound freedom to perfect a fun, new skill. If you want a hobby that’s a little more social and interactive, dance lessons in Country, Latin or even the spicy Argentine Tango can reignite some romance, or even help you to meet new people. The best part of social partner dancing is that it has incredible mental and physical health benefits, along with being just plain fun. is tons of fun.  If you’re looking to learn to dance, and you live in the East Valley of Phoenix, come visit us at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, AZ. With dances styles ranging from Swing to Country to Latin, we can help keep you active and entertained. We offer private dance lessons and  group classes  for a little variety. Make your later years count with activities and hobbies that will keep you young at heart and in your mind. You’ve put in your time in the workplace, now it’s time to do something for you!

Contact us to begin your dancing journey…

 

Private dance lessons are available by appointment Monday-Friday from 12-8 pm and on Saturdays from 10 am-3 pm. For more information, call us today at 480.968.6177.

Why Ballroom Dancing is for EVERY Couple…

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Are you looking for a way to enhance your relationship? Then ballroom dancing is for you! Ballroom dance lessons are a wonderful way to start your adventure towards becoming more connected with your spouse or partner.  From learning different and unique ways to read and communicate with each other to supporting each other in a new hobby or towards your health and fitness goals, learning to dance is an exciting and fun process.

Never danced before? Well then let us give you a few more details as to what ballroom dance lessons can do for you and your special someone…

1. Did you know that ballroom dancing is all about teamwork? Two people moving as one on the dance floor is what ballroom dancing is all about. “How do we develop that partnership?” you may ask. While partnership both on and off  the dance floor takes time to establish, as some of you may well know, dancing allows you and your sweetheart to hold each other and learn the basics of dancing and rhythm. With dance lessons, you will learn the core principles of give and take, acting and re-acting and lead and follow that you can apply to everyday life. Before long, after a short series of dance lessons, you will begin to see you and your partner’s connection mature.

2. If you are looking for a more effective way to communicate with each other, dance lessons will help you and your partner to do just that. In dancing, just the slightest touch can signal what a leader’s intentions are on the dance floor. Rather than yanking your partner, or “shouting” at her with your body, gentlemen can learn to “invite” their partner where they want them to go with ease. There is nothing more exciting than a woman feeling swept off of her feet by her man. Guys, for those of you who prefer to talk less and do more,  dancing is also the perfect hobby! Not only do you get to hold your partner romantically, but you get to show her affection just by twirling her on the dance floor. What more could a woman ask for?! With love in the air and increased endorphins to boot, it’s no wonder why dancing is touted as one of the most sensual hobbies for couples.

3. Ballroom dancing provides a new hobby for couples to enjoy. Put evenings at the movies on hold for a more active, social and healthy nightlife activity. Explore new styles from night to night including Salsa, Swing, Country Two Step or even Argentine Tango dancing and see which dances you like the best. Move from couch potato to dancers and watch your confidence go through the roof (yet another well-known benefit of ballroom dancing)!

For quality social dance lessons, Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona is your match. We specialize in helping couples and singles to receive all of the benefits that ballroom dancing has to offer. Dance FX Studios is located just off the 101 highway in the East Valley of Phoenix. We offer private ballroom dance lessons, group classes and dance parties with live music for your enjoyment. Come try out our Introductory Offer today and see how you can become more connected with your sweetie through dance.