Dance your stress away: new study tests mindful movement for happiness

NCT ID NCT07262177

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Thessaly Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 12-week program combining modern dance with mindfulness practices can improve psychological wellbeing, reduce stress, and increase happiness in recreational adult dancers. About 160 participants will be randomly assigned to the program or a waitlist. The program includes weekly 90-minute sessions with breathing exercises, dance techniques, and journaling.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Dance-Mindfulness Intervention (behavioral)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a fun, accessible way to improve mental wellbeing and stress management for adults who already dance.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial in healthy volunteers, so results may not apply to the general public. The program requires a 12-week commitment, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emotional Regulation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEALTH PROMOTION HEALTHY VOLUNTEERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of PE and Sport Science (DPESS), University of Thessaly
RECRUITING

Trikala, Thessaly, 42100, Greece

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