Free dance classes to get fit for life

A nationwide attempt to get people healthier and happier through the medium of dance will be taking place next weekend.

Let’s Dance is the latest initiative from Change4Life and is working with the Fitness Industry Association to put on more than 1,400 dance classes at venues across England on March 6 and 7.

Classes range in style from street dance, hip hop to disco.

Public Health Minister Gillian Merron said: “Dancing is a great way for people to be healthy – it burns calories, strengthens bones and therefore cuts the risk of becoming overweight or obese. The great thing about dance is that anybody can do it, you can dance in any style, with friends, on your own and at any age.

“Children should be active for an hour everyday – dancing is a fun and really interesting way to hit that goal.”

Places are limited and must be booked, visit www.change4life.com/dance for more information.