Louise and John Rogers enjoy some time together at Dance Union in Somerville.
(jim davis/globe staff)
Lifestyle
A step ahead
From tango to ballroom, dancing in your golden years is great for body and soul
Louise and John Rogers enjoy some time together at Dance Union in Somerville.
(jim davis/globe staff)
The social dance community in Greater Boston is bursting with activity for singles and couples, many of whom took to dancing well into their 50s, after an empty nest or a divorce propelled them to take new steps - literally. Betty Hood said the majority of those signing up for her classes in her home studio in Needham are couples whose children have moved out. “They say, ‘Hey, what do you want to do?’ And they decide, ‘Let’s try dancing.’’’
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