May Tea Dance
A “Quickstep” to fitness with thecentre:mk Tea Dance
Studies have revealed that Dancing is a good low impact exercise for everyone who is tired of the gym but wants an enjoyable social workout allowing participants to burn up to 300 calories per hour. Ross Mitchell and his band will be back in Middleton Hall from 1pm – 3pm on Tuesday 18 May with a selection of classics aimed to get your toes tapping and you moving round the dance floor.
A study by the English Amateur Dancesport Association (EADA) into the athleticism of dancesport (the official term for competitive ballroom and Latin dancing) for Dance Today, discovered that medical research shows dancesport is comparable with other sporting activities such as basketball, squash and cross country running. According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, Dancers perform at over 80 percent of their maximum oxygen consumption level and burn at least 300 calories per hour*. thecentre:mk Tea Dance maybe more sedate than dancesport but taking part is not only a great social activity it could increase muscle tone and coordination, decrease blood pressure and help you manage your weight
The Tea Dance will include Ballroom, Latin-American and many other favourites from Ross Mitchell and his musicians. Ross Mitchell and his band play for the majority of Major Championships in the U.K. and travel worldwide to Australia, America, China, Canada, Hong Kong, Russia and Europe providing their brand of music for Dance Competitions, Shows and Grand Gala Balls. He has been presented with many awards connected with ballroom dancing including two Carl-Alan Awards, two Classique de Danse Awards and most recently at the occasion of the Star Ball in January 1998 the Ballroom Dancers Federation presented him with the highly acclaimed B.D.F. Music Award.
The Tea Dance will start at 1pm and end at 3pm and people of all ages are welcome. Admission is £4, and will include tea and biscuits. For more information visit www.thecentremk.com
* British Journal of Sports Medicine, Vol 22, Issue 2 57-60 Heart rate and estimated energy expenditure during ballroom dancing
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thecentre:mk is a regional shopping centre situated in the heart of Milton Keynes. With over 240 stores, cafes and restaurants all under one roof, it is anchored by John Lewis, House of Fraser, Marks & Spencer and Next. thecentre:mk is the premier shopping destination in the region between London and Birmingham, Cambridge and Oxford, and is unrivalled in its customer service. Included in the overall proposition are civic spaces and events venues; City Square and Middleton Hall which offer a varied programme of free events throughout the year, including bridal shows, fashion events, motor shows and the award winning Christmas display. thecentre:mk came 13th in the Sunday Times Green Companies 2009, it is a founder member of the National Skills Academy for retail and has Investors in People Accreditation.
