 
I
have been attending Jacki’s Aerobic Dancing for approximately
thirteen years, and it has been the only activity I have been involved
in which has been a part of my life for that length of time. As a
person who has had little confidence in sports, Aerobic Dancing has
been an important discovery in my life. It has helped me enjoy the
health benefits of movement and activity, whilst having plenty of
fun at the same time.
In
years gone by, I had intermittently tried gyms and other exercise
programs but did not continue. Jacki’s Aerobic Dancing is particularly
enjoyable because it offers an environment that is not competitive,
relaxed and allows participants to be involved regardless of ability
in either sport or dance.
Because
each term is different, we are able to enjoy varied styles of music.
The combination of activity and music helps me to release stress, and
provides a balance to my busy work and study life. I particularly like
the way that I can vary my pace −
I can take it a little easier or increase my pace as desired. Aerobic
Dancing also assists me as I have a minor back problem which is improved
with muscle strengthening.
Attendance
patterns can be varied each term, so it is easy to adapt if one's lifestyle
changes. Friendships are formed, fun and laughter can be found and there
is a satisfaction in being involved in an activity that contributes
to health and pleasure. Over time, some steps become familiar which
makes it easier, but there is never any pressure to "perform".
Jacki’s
Aerobic Dancing has been a positive part of my life ... it gave me confidence
in an area of life that I previously did not have. I would recommend
this activity as it improves health, promotes well being and is a source
of fun and energy.
Tracy
Allan, RN
I
think my friends and colleagues are thoroughly “over”
my enthusiasm for “Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing”
classes. I just can’t seem to keep my mouth shut when someone
complains of being overweight or of feeling tired and lethargic. “Why
don’t you come to Aerobic Dancing classes?” I suggest.
Many
have done so over the 14 years I have been attending, rarely missing
their twice or thrice per week workout. This among people juggling jobs,
businesses, family life, community work and childbirth! I’ve
come to the conclusion that such a commitment is no great mystery. “Jacki’s”
classes are fun and inexpensive. They change every 10-week term offering
variety in the music, exercises and dances introduced. “Jacki’s” classes are also safe.
They
follow a format of floorwork (crunches and stretches), light leg and
arm weight exercises, and then several dance routines that get your
heart pumping and your endorphins flowing. I really don’t know
how I would have survived life’s challenges of the last 14 years
without it!
Dr
Toni Schofield
Senior Lecturer
Faculty of Health Sciences
The University of Sydney
About
three years ago I stumbled on an ad for Jacki’s in the local
paper. After a few trial classes I was hooked with the program's total
body work out, use of weights and dance routines where you could lose
yourself in the music and add your own touches if you wanted to. There
are even times when that performance bug takes over and I commit a routine
to memory and dance it like a performance.
The
people in the classes are warm and friendly and the level of instruction
where I attend is exceptional. My only regret is that I can’t
fit another class into my weekly routine.
Sharon
Saad B.A..Dip Ed. M.A. Grad. Dip. Counselling. M.A.P.S.
Registered Psychologist.
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