There is no doubt that dancing benefits you in many ways.  Dancing can increase your strength, flexibility and endurance.  Most of all, dancing helps your mental well-being.

Dancing is a very social activity. Many studies have shown that strong social ties and socializing with friends can contribute to high self-esteem and a positive outlook. Joining a dance class can increase your self-confidence and help build social skills. Because physical activity reduces stress and tension, regular dancing can give you an overall sense of well-being. People are constantly battling work pressure and tension from family, friends and the world. We need to take care of ourselves. One thing we can do for ourselves to stay happy, cheerful and healthy is ... dance!

For many, the terms "exotic" or "erotic" connote something dirty, or at the very least, naughty. However, they essentially mean "sexual", which is something that all humans share to some degree or other. Leah Stauffer, founder of the Art of Exotic Dancing for Everyday Women, describes how learning to dance with eroticism can lead to "...transformation, self-confidence, authentic self-expression, freedom, joy and real personal power." Many burlesque groups are not actually professional dancers, but rather women who are embracing their sexual side.

Unlike many other forms of dance, erotic dancing doesn't require a partner, although it can certainly be used to spice up your relationship. Exotic George of Art of Erotic Dance points out that it is less about the moves and more about your own "body awareness and self-confidence." For many, it truly is a personal journey in which they discover more about themselves and get in touch with their own sensual nature. Many people are raised to believe that bodies are something of which they should be ashamed, and erotic dance is one way to overcome that personal prejudice.

At The Girl Spot, we offer an Exotic Chair Dance class to help our students get in touch with their sexy side and get a good workout.  You will learn that exotic dance is hot in more ways than one:  deliciously sinful and sweat-inducing.  The class includes a warm-up, chair choreography and a cool down.  You will gain strength and learn a sexy dance that you can share with a partner or keep to yourself.  We hope to see you soon!

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