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Residents in senior living take part in adapted country line dancing
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Forrest Sanders , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about these classes and the organizations involved are available from local sources, including NewsChannel 5 WTVF.
In Nashville , a new activity is gaining popularity among seniors. Country line dancing and swing dancing classes are being taught to residents in senior living facilities. The classes are led by instructors who specialize in these dance styles.
The instructors aim to make dancing accessible to everyone, regardless of age or ability. They have been teaching hundreds of people each month, and their classes are often fully booked. Further details about these classes and the organizations involved are available from local sources, including NewsChannel 5 WTVF.
The classes appear to be having a positive impact on the senior residents who participate.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 29, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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