TANGO FOR THERAPY
Benefits Those With Parkinson's!
TANGO FOR THERAPY, a workshop of tango dance classes designed specifically for those who suffer from the debilitating symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease, is being offered in June..
Those in the Parkinson’s community will again enjoy the energy of Erin, Director of Vista Ballroom, as she takes us through the moves and direction of TANGO FOR THERAPY.
Studies, trials and research continue to prove the benefits of dance and on-going studies continue to explore why specifically the Tango.
Argentine Tango, thought to be a dance of romance, uses the music, the rhythm, the beat, and even the mood, to help intervene with the various symptoms of Parkinson’s.
According to Elizabeth Jones, Director of Tango for Therapy, “We go through the motions of the step, each at his own pace, each at his own level of ability. Each participant decides what he can or cannot do. Many will take breaks as needed. Eventually, maybe, the steps are put together to a dance”
“To see someone come to class with their walker, and have the ability to perform the exercises and “dance steps” without their walker, is such a joy.”
TANGO FOR THERAPY is a therapy based exercise centered around the moves and steps of the Argentine Tango. Its effectiveness is supported by clinical trials, research, personal experience and observation. The Argentine Tango has been shown to work on balance, gait, mental focus, concentration, stretching, thinking and doing.
Jones, diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease herself participated in a two week study led by Washington Medical University, St. Louis.
- If you can stand, you can do Tango for Therapy
- If you have dyskninsia, you can do Tango for Therapy
- If you freeze , you can do Tango for Therapy
- If your gait is limited, you can doTango for Therapy
DOING THE TANGO KEEPS THE BRAIN IN STEP, TOO
November 16, 2006
By Kathleen Fackelmann, USA TODAY
WASHINGTON — The hot moves of the Argentine Tango not only keep the aging body in shape, they also may help sharpen the aging brain, according to a study out Tuesday.
That study, presented here at the annual meeting of the Society for neuroscience, adds to a growing body of evidence indicating that such challenging leisure activities as dancing, chess or even gardening may offer a boost in brainpower that could offset the declines that can come with old age.
DETAILS
LOCATION: STILL HOPES
Retirement Community Wellness CenterStill Hopes Lane (turn beside the Cayce- West Columbia Magistrate Court)DATE:Tuesdays: June 16th
Tuesdays: June 16thTIME:6:00—6:45
6:00—6:45 (Each class is 45 minutes)COST:INTRODUCTION Class
INTRODUCTION Class Free$35.00 per session of 6 classes (partners come free)CONTACT:
Elizabeth Jones - 803-760-2005
TANGO FOR THERAPYtangofortherapy@gmail.comorVista Ballroom: 803-546-3705 vistaballroom@gmail.com 
NEW Session Begins
Tuesday, June 16th
Introductory Class FREE
803-760-2005
