Joimove was created by Selen Yilmaz in 2013.  I have recently completed in-depth training with Selen and am now offering Joimove classes with a unique blend of Joimove dance with breathwork and mindfulness.  To learn more about Joimove, please visit Selen's website  https://joimove.com

I have been dancing for over 26 years, ranging from modern jive, salsa, ballroom and argentine tango.

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Mindfulness and Dance 

 

Dance is  a form of mindfulness because it anchors your attention in the present moment.

As your body moves with the rhythm and music, your awareness shifts away from distractions, worries and  thoughts about the past or thoughts about the future and focuses on the present moment.This deep attention creates a sense of connection between mind and body. Many people find that dancing helps them feel calmer, freer, and more emotionally balanced because it encourages full presence in the moment.

 

Research increasingly supports the powerful benefits of dance for the brain and overall wellbeing. ​

• 76% Lower Dementia Risk – A landmark study found that dancing was associated with the greatest reduction in dementia risk among older adults, outperforming other physical and mental activities.

• Hippocampus Growth – An 18-month study with seniors found that dancing once a week increased the size of the hippocampus, the brain region responsible for memory, more effectively than traditional exercise.

• 18% Memory Boost – A single 30-minute salsa class was shown to improve spatial working memory by 18% in healthy volunteers.

• Improved Cognitive Function – Regular dance training in older adults has been linked to faster reaction times, better attention, and improved cognitive performance compared to non-dancers.

Dance keeps both body and mind active. It is joyful, social, and deeply enriching at any age.