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Latin Dance Workout
"Remember, start on the two!" instructor Melbin De La cruz called out as we began to dance the Mambo, reminding me of a scene from "Dirty Dancing". Geared toward non-dancers, the Latin Workout class at Alpharetta's Daza Dance Ballroom Academy incorporates various Latin dances like the cha cha, rumba, salsa and samba in an hour-long session that is invigorating, fun and not a bit intimidating. Though a few of the regular attendees sported the high-heeled shoes of more advanced dancers, m
ost of us were flat-footed as we mimicked the moves of De La Cruz, who went over each dance step by step before cranking up the music so we could give it a whirl. Though the tempo of the class seemed to start slow, I felt my heart rate increasing with each passing minute, and the hour by before I knew it. By the grand finale, the fast - paced Merengue, my blood was really flowing and I was feeling the effects of a true aerobic workout. The Latin dances particularly target your core muscle control. Of course, an added benefit for repeat attendees is an overall increase in physical fitness and improved rhythm as you become more comfortable with the moves, making this an excellent option for exercise buffs and ambitious dancers alike, the latter of whom may wish to progress to the studio's more advanced dance classes. Daza Dance Academy offers both series and drop - in classes for $17 per class or $60 for a four-week series. Visit www.dazadanceatlanta.com for more information.
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