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[For Seniors] Recommended Dances You Can Move To and Enjoy
Older adults often feel that dancing is a high hurdle, but that’s not the case.
These days, even day-care programs and senior facilities incorporate dance into their recreational activities.
When we think of dance, things like ballroom dancing and folk dancing come to mind, right?
In this article, we introduce dance-based recreation tailored to the physical and mental conditions of older adults.
We’ve gathered only dances recommended for seniors, including seated dances and dance activities actually practiced in care settings.
Please enjoy rhythmic dancing to the music.
[For Seniors] Recommended Dances You Can Move To and Enjoy (1–10)
The Bride of SetoKoyanagi Rumiko
If you think dance is too hard for you, we recommend a seated dance.
The seated dance for “Seto no Hanayome” is performed with gentle, relaxed movements.
Of course, you can also do it standing.
Even if you use a wheelchair and don’t often have chances to move your body, this will let you move at an easy, comfortable pace!
365 Steps MarchSuizenji Kiyoko
Let’s try dancing to Chiyoko “Cheetah” Suizenji’s signature song, “365-Step March.” The choreography is very simple, and you can even do it while seated.
Enjoy a seated step-dance together to the upbeat, cheerful melody and Cheetah’s invigorating vocals.
Calling out “One-two, one-two!” should make it even more exciting.
hula dance
If you love relaxed dancing, hula is perfect for you.
It’s a seated dance where you gently move your hands.
You might even find yourself wanting to say “Aloha!” That’s how laid-back it is, so even if you’re not good at exercise, you can definitely do it.
How about moving your body and having fun, as if you were in Hawaii?
Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48
This is a version of AKB48’s hugely popular song “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” that has been simply rearranged so it can be danced while seated, designed for older adults.
The tempo has been reduced to half speed, so it should be easy to dance.
It’s a lively, cheerful, and cute number, so please try moving your body with a big smile as you dance.
Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari
This dance turns the familiar song “Like the Flow of the River” into a gentle exercise routine for seniors.
How about slowly stretching every part of your body to ease aches in your lower back and shoulders? After stretching your body slowly, like the flow of a river, you should feel refreshed! This song is wonderful no matter when you listen to it—let’s warm both heart and body!
Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko
How about having some fun dancing to the nostalgic Tokyo Boogie-Woogie? I’m sure you have plenty of fond memories from back then.
You might even find yourself thinking, “I was young then, too.” It could be nice to move your body with a spring in your step and revisit those youthful days.
Tokyo Boogie-Woogie itself is a nostalgic tune.
Since it’s treated as a rhythmic exercise, let’s dance to it cheerfully, in rhythm, and in a great mood!
loveHoshino Gen
For those of you who want to dance to a song that makes you feel excited, we recommend Gen Hoshino’s “Koi”! This song was a hit a little while back—let’s dance to it slowly and have fun.
The choreography is super simple, with no difficult moves at all.
If you look closely, the movements match the music perfectly—amazing! Even if you’ve forgotten what love feels like, why not try this dance and remember it again?
folk dance
If you’ve ever done folk dancing before, now’s the perfect time to try it again with everyone! Clap your hands, join hands, and have fun dancing.
I’m sure it will bring back memories from those days.
The music can be pretty up-tempo too, so it might be a good workout.
How about we all get together and dance, have some fun, and make a bit of noise?
ballroom dance
When you hear “social dance,” don’t you tend to picture something high-level? But this dance doesn’t require spinning around and around, swaying while holding hands, or any movements that seem impossible.
You don’t need the characteristic upright posture of ballroom dance or high heels—anyone can move at an easy, relaxed pace.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve always wanted to try that elegant ballroom dance,” this is highly recommended for you!
a bright red sunMisora Hibari
How about moving your body to a passionate song? With a moderate level of exercise, you can dance to that nostalgic “Bright Red Sun.” If you’re worried about a little belly fat, let’s burn it off to this tune! You might think aerobics is too intense, but I think you’ll find this routine manageable.