If dance is part of your child’s life, the closing of studios and schools was especially disappointing. Without in-person classes, you may be worried that your child will lose interest in dance. You may also be concerned about whether your child will lose any of the dance skills that he/she has worked so hard to acquire. To put these worries to rest and give your child something constructive to do, you can use these resources to create a dance studio at home.
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Why Children Should Take Dance Lessons
With so many COVID-19 challenges on your plate, you may be tempted to forego dance lessons altogether, but that may not be the best move for your children.
The benefits of dance are endless for kids, and keeping them in lessons can improve their confidence, coordination and creativity.
There are free online dance classes to help keep students moving while COVID-19 restrictions are in place.
Most dance classes for kids will begin with fundamentals before diving into specific dance styles, like jazz, tap or ballet, so kids should be able to keep up.
How to DIY a Home Dance Studio
Online lessons are a wonderful way to keep your children interested in dance, but you will also want to set up space where they can practice.
If you are concerned about the ROI for your dance studio, you should know that adding a multipurpose room is an effective way to enhance your home value.
A DIY dance studio can be a simple project that only requires a little space, some wood floors, and a few mirrors on the walls.
Look for ways to soundproof your child’s dance studio so that you do not get distracted by any loud movements or music while working remotely.
How to Encourage Regular Practice
Getting your children to practice dance at home can be a bit more challenging than taking them to classes, so be prepared to exercise some patience.
Supplement studio classes with classes and videos from YouTube dance channels.
Understand how deliberate practice can benefit your child and be prepared to overcome practice challenges together.
Dance can provide fitness benefits for adults, so don’t be afraid to get in the studio with your child and practice some moves together.
A home dance studio can never replace the expertise and experience provided by dance instructors, but it can be a good tool for keeping students engaged. Furthermore, having a home practice space can encourage your child to practice more. Plus, you will be adding so much value and utility to your home. So really, there’s no reason not to take on this practical self-isolation project.
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