Senior dance

The term senior dance is not protected and is used with different definitions:

In the Federal Association of Senior Dance

In the Bundesverband Seniorentanz (Federal Association of Senior Dance) the concept is based on the principle that everyone should dance together in a group, with dances with partner changing for diverse encounters. Dances u. a. International folklore, ballroom dancing, line dance, counter dance, square and round dancing are selected according to their target group suitability and, if necessary, simplified to take account of the physical and mental changes of aging. Newly choreographed dances are also part of the BVST's repertoire. The dances are taught using a special method by dance leaders trained within the association. Senior dance is partner-independent, there is no leadership role and no closed dance posture. Fast turns and jumps are avoided, there is no pressure to perform and no claim to perfection. The dance forms and arrangements, which change several times within a dance lesson, demand spatial orientation and the ability to react, coordination and concentration. The type of choreography and the structure of the lessons enable and promote the exchange and communication between the dancers and the sense of community.

In ballroom dancing

Sitting dance in the common room of an old people's home

In ballroom dancing area , the senior dance is mainly in connection with corresponding dances. The target group are older people who are more or less experienced in ballroom dancing, so mostly couple dances from ballroom dancing (e.g. foxtrot, slow waltz, discofox etc.) are danced. The dancer or the lady who occupies the dancer position has the leadership role. It is used in standard dances danced in a closed dance pose.

In the field of elderly work

In elderly work, senior dance is often equated with therapeutic dancing while sitting .