Kids and dance…..
When should children begin taking dance? What are the benefits of children studying dance? What should I look for when choosing a dance school? All good questions when considering signing your child up for dance lessons. We hope the information helps inform you of common professional opinions on kids and dance:
- Reputable schools will not usually take little ones for ballet or tap until they are three or four years old. All instruction in dance forms such as ballet, tap and jazz should directly relate to the child’s physical development. Physical development and chronological age do not necessarily go hand in hand.
- What are the benefits for young children who attend dance lessons? They learn such skills are listening carefully and not talking while instructions are being given. Furthermore they also learn to be a member of a group and to take turns. Classes offer the opportunity to move to a beat, increase musicality and the use of the imagination. Those taking part learn to express their feelings and emotions physically in a non-aggressive manner. Pupils are helped to become more familiar with their bodies and to use their bodies creatively.
- What do you need to look for in choosing a school? Having made the decision to let your child learn to dance how do you find a suitable teacher? A teacher must like the younger age groups and be able to strike a rapport with them. The late, great Dame Margot Fonteyn said “The art of teaching ballet and the art of dancing are two different arts, not always achieved by the same person.” It is important to be enthusiastic yet consistent with young children.
Why choose Broadway Performing Art Studios?
- University background held with all instructors, including Broadway veterans with the education and passion to teach the art of dance.
- Small class sizes providing better quality instruction for each student.
- All dance studios equipped with floating Marley Dance Floors, which helps reduce fatigue and prevent injury.
- Registrar available to assist you during all teaching hours.
- B-PAS offers dance classes, acting classes and private music instruction, available for your convenience. All of the performing arts under one roof!
- Private lessons available. We take every opportunity to insure quality instruction for each individual student.
- Low pressure performance opportunities year-round. At B-PAS, students do not participate in competitions, but rather theatrical performances and productions.
- No fund raising requirements!
- State-of-the-art facility with handicap accessibility and a clean professional environment for a positive learning experience!
- Convenient and safe location with ample parking and safe drop-off system.
Parents choose us because of our high quality instruction and inviting atmosphere!
We believe that our methods distinguish us from the “run-of-the-mill” studios, but don’t just take our word for it. Consider the fact that 98% of our student base rated our overall services and quality of instruction as EXCELLENT in a recent survey!
