Instructor strategies to support older adults’ physical literacy in community dance classes

Magrath, Jenna; Din, Cari; Paglione, Vanessa; Kenny, Sarah; McDonough, Meghan H.

doi:10.1080/14647893.2022.2115994

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“…Instantiating such expansive moments in specific kinetic functions and movement forms (otherwise restricted to fundamental movement skills) helps us appreciate not just the competencies that can be maintained but also the cultivation of movement confidence in the older population ( 12 , 67 , 82 ). By posing movement confidence as a part and parcel of motile expression, it becomes more than a psychological construct that may be assessed on a perceived scale, as is typically done in physical activity assessments [e.g., ( 9 , 81 )].…”

Section: Physically Literate For Lifementioning

confidence: 99%

Physical literacy, health and interactive aging: a position paper

Lloyd,

Smith,

Sahingil

2024

Front. Sports Act. Living

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Physical literacy (PL), a concept commonly associated with the early years, physical education, and youth sport development, can become a meaningful determinant of health and longevity for the adult and older adult population. A review of 55 recent publications from 2018 to 2023 that encompassed physical literacy conceptual frameworks, assessments, and intervention-based studies was undertaken through an heuristic inspired by the philosophy which gave birth to PL. With particular interest in how PL has evolved in response to the needs of an aging population, this position paper tracks a key shift in focus from the individual to the relational context. It references positive interaction and social participation in recent models as significant features of an across-the-lifespan PL perspective.The concluding position is that fostering joyful inter-action be at the heart of PL promotion, resource development and assessment practices, especially in the case of an aging population.

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Section: Physically Literate For Lifementioning

confidence: 99%

Physical literacy, health and interactive aging: a position paper

Lloyd,

Smith,

Sahingil

2024

Front. Sports Act. Living

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“…Social dance, considered as the leisure activity, offers significant physical health advantages for the elderly (Magrath et al, 2022). Studies indicate that engaging in social dance enhances balance, flexibility, and strength, critical constituent for preventing falls and injuries among older individuals (Teas et al, 2022).…”

Section: Physical Health Benefitsmentioning

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Examine the advantages of social dance instruction in elder people for both mental and physical health, as well as its function in fostering general well-being

Haiting,

2024

Intl. J. Rel.

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The global increase in the elderly population poses challenges in physical, mental, and social aspects. This study explores the potential of social dance instruction as an innovative approach to improve the overall well-being of older adults. Drawing on previous research, our investigation focuses on the long-term effects of social dance on mental and physical health, emphasizing social, emotional, and cognitive benefits. Importance of this study lies in contributing to innovative approaches for elderly well-being, offering insights to healthcare professionals, caregivers, and policymakers. The literature review highlights the positive impact of social dance on physical health, cognitive abilities, and social and emotional aspects. However, gaps exist in understanding the interplay between these dimensions. By means of the quantitative research, employing surveys and assessments, reveals statistically significant improvements in physical health, cognitive abilities, social interactions, and emotional well-being among participants engaged in social dance. Despite limitations, the findings support the integration of social dance into health promotion programs for the elderly.

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Bringing Dance to Older Adults: Program Experts’ Perspectives on the Role of Community Dance Classes to Support Older Adults

Paglione,

Morrison,

McDonough

et al. 2024

Can. J. Aging

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Background: Dancing offers several health and wellness benefits for older adults: it may promote physical literacy (PL) and positively influence the aging process. Yet, limited research considers the perspectives of those with experience working with older adults and in community dance programming. Objective: The purpose of this study was to understand program experts’ perspectives on how older adult community dance can promote PL and contribute to age-friendly cities and community initiatives. Methods and Findings: Four themes were identified from semi-structured interviews with five program experts: (1) expert instructors tailor classes to participants’ needs and interests; (2) the heart of what draws us to dancing: authentic experience and social connection; (3) elitist, ableist, and gendered assumptions of dance prevent social inclusion of older adults in dancing spaces; and (4) collaboration across sectors is needed to offer accessible, sustainable, and valued dance programming. Discussion: Recommendations for developing and implementing older adult community dance programming are described.

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Instructor strategies to support older adults’ physical literacy in community dance classes

Cited by 5 publications

References 42 publications

Physical literacy, health and interactive aging: a position paper

Physical literacy, health and interactive aging: a position paper

Examine the advantages of social dance instruction in elder people for both mental and physical health, as well as its function in fostering general well-being

Bringing Dance to Older Adults: Program Experts’ Perspectives on the Role of Community Dance Classes to Support Older Adults

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