Current knowledge challenges assumptions
about dance long held by
non-dancers and dancers alike. In addition
to contributing to a healthy
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lifestyle, dance is a "language" with
which to communicate emotions and
ideas. Like vernacular and literary language,
dance embodies the human
imagination, records ourachievements,
and distinguishes us as human beings.