So we had a chance to explore the social benefits of knowing how to dance the Argentine Tango, now it’s time to see the physical rewards of this oh so tantalizing dance. There are too many to mention in one blog post, but check out the main physical perks of Tango dancing.

Learn to Tango For These Physical Rewards:

Tango Dancing Is Low-Impact Exercise And Muscle Toning. One thing about the tango (or any dance like Salsa, I daresay) is that it does not feel like you are exercising. You can still burn plenty of calories tango dancing, and because you are gliding rather than stomping, you can work those leg muscles at the same time. Take a look at the legs of women who dance Argentine tango – they have the best-defined calves on the planet.

Tango Dancing Improves Your Grace And Posture. Tango is a series of simple steps – front, back, and side to side – coupled with turns on a dime (all choreographed on the fly by the lead). The posture and balance required to execute the travel steps and turns impart a hypnotic fluidity to the dance. Therefore, posture is key to succeeding in this experience.  For those of you who find themselves slouching in front of a computer, come try out Tango dance lessons and you’ll gain two inches in height in no time. Trust me!

Tango Dancing Relaxes And Revitalizes. Tango dancers must be simultaneously relaxed and instantly responsive to their partners and to the music. This Zen-like ability to dance in the moment is like meditation – with the added element (bonus!) of contact with another person. For follows (more so than for leads, who have to do the navigating and impromptu choreography), the “tango trance” is what keeps them strapped into their stilettos. Begin your journey into Tango dancing and see for yourself how easy it is to get swept away in the beauty of this dance.

Tango Can Be Tailored For Your Flexibility. You can tango by degrees. Whether you are a human pretzel or creaky and stiff, you can dance comfortably. You can do a modest ”social” boleo, where your foot makes a small sweep on the floor, or swing your leg so high it looks like you’re auditioning for Forever Tango. You can take giant steps or tiny steps. You can be flamboyant (but never trashy) or dignified and discreet. However agile or restricted your movements can be or have to be, Tango dancing gives everyone a chance to have fun on the dance floor.

Do you live in Arizona? If so, come discover Tango dancing from us at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona! We would love to reveal and share our love for tango dancing and all of it’s physical benefits with you.