Analysis of dynamic balance in practitioners of classical ballet, of ballroom and non-practitioners of dance

The present study analyzed the dynamic balance of practitioners of classical ballet, of ballroom dancing and non-practitioners of dance. The study included 48 subjects, age between 16 and 30 years old, divided into three groups: Ballet (GB), Ballroom Dancing (GS) and Control (GC). The subjects performed a task which consisted to remain in balance on an unstable platform in three attempts for 10 seconds in each of the following conditions: feet parallel (PP), semi-tandem (ST), unipedal on the right foot (UD) and unipedal on the left foot (UE). Data demonstrated better dynamic equilibrium for GS, compared to GB and GC. Moreover, GS and GC showed worse balancing in constrained bases of supports. While the GB showed no effect on balance with the decrease on support base. These results were explained by the specific characteristics of the practices provided by the modalities of dance and ballet.

Postural Balance; Classic Ballet; Ballroom dancing