Ballroom Dancing for school aged children can be used as a method of implementing choreographed or improvised movement as a way of treating social, emotional, and physical problems. Throughout the ages, people of many cultures have used dance to express powerful emotions, tell stories, treat illness, celebrate important events, and maintain communal bonds. Dancing harnesses this power of movement in a comfortable setting and uses it to promote personal growth, health, and well-being.

At one time Ballroom Dancing was a regular part of a child’s educational curriculum. It promoted manners, good posture, social skills, and a sense of pride.

On a purely physical level, dancing provides the benefits of exercise: improved health, well-being, coordination, and muscle tone. On a mental level, dancing seeks to enhance cognitive learning. It also gives a child a goal, something to work towards and something that they can be proud of.

Dancing has a broad range of health benefits. It has been demonstrated to be effective at improving body image, self-esteem, attentiveness, and communication skills. In addition it can enhance the functioning of the body's circulatory and respiratory systems.