Agewell Dance

What will the course Cover?

A typical dance mix session lasts about an hour and incorporates several dance styles, including cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, flamenco, and calypso and Salsaton. The Latin music includes both fast and slow rhythms, allowing for a great cardio workout as well as body sculpting exercises. Depending on the instructor, you may even get a taste of belly dancing or hip-hop dancing, too.

Who is this course for?

Anyone interested in improving their fitness.

What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course?

None but you should be reasonably mobile. If in doubt ask the tutor on day one.

What should I be able to do by the end of the course?

Be fitter than when you started.

How is the course organised?

10 weekly sessions of 1 hour each.

What extra study or practice is expected outside of the class?

None but you can practise at home.Ask your tutor for advice.

How will my progress be assessed?

By the tutor in class and through your own self-assessment

What can I expect to go on to after this course?

Another dance class or one of the many agewell exercise classes.

Are there any other costs and what do I need to bring?

None, wear loose,comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water.

What support is available?

We have 3 main ways of supporting learners. a. You may wish to get additional help and guidance offered through the free Study Support Sessions at the Macbeth Centre. At these sessions you can access the internet, work on and print homework and assignments for your course, research, access a range of software, improve your typing and practice/review what you have covered in class. Help with literacy or numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. b. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. If you have a disability and feel you need support to get the best from your course you can contact Sean Buckley (sean.buckley@lbhf.gov.uk) to have a confidential discussion on how best we can support your learning. c. The Learner Support Fund is a discretionary scheme, funded by the Skills Funding Agency, to assist learners who may be experiencing difficulties in paying for essential equipment/materials, travel costs, childcare, registration fees and other necessary expenses. Details of all available support and how to access it can be found on our website (hfals.ac.uk), in the Guide and the Student handbook, or from teaching or reception staff. We have 3 main ways of supporting learners. a. You may wish to get additional help and guidance offered through the free Study Support Sessions at the Macbeth Centre. At these sessions you can access the internet, work on and print homework and assignments for your course, research, access a range of software, improve your typing and practice/review what you have covered in class. Help with literacy or numeracy is available through the basic education programme and the ESOL programme offers help for speakers of other languages. b. Additional support can be provided for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. If you have a disability and feel you need support to get