How Dance Helps With Stress Relief and Mindfulness

You know that feeling when you've had one of those days? When your shoulders are up around your ears and your mind won't stop racing? I see students walk into the studio like this all the time, and it never ceases to amaze me how different they look when they leave.

There's actual science behind why dance is such a powerful stress reliever—moving to music releases endorphins that naturally boost your mood. But beyond biochemistry, there's something deeply therapeutic about letting your body express what words sometimes can't. I've had students tell me that their Thursday night salsa class is their therapy session, where work stress disappears and all that exists is the rhythm and connection with others around them.