Keeping Fit With Childrens Dance Classes Calgary

By Jennifer Turner


The world is now filled with endless entertainment in the form of television, computer games and the internet; this means kids can spend hours in front of a screen instead of being active. In many countries childhood obesity is now a big problem as kids take less exercise and eat more junk food. A super way to encourage a healthier lifestyle is to enroll in childrens dance classes Calgary has many on offer.

From the moment they start walking, toddlers often emulate their parents dancing to their favorite songs or instinctively move to music played on the radio. The infectious nature of a catchy beat is impossible to resist and everyone enjoys bopping along to the beat. Dancing can chase your blues away and keep you fit at the same time.

It might seem that three or four years old is too young for a child to learn tap or ballet, but from an early age, they can benefit from music and movement games. By introducing song and storytelling along with the movement it can also enhance their vocabulary and confidence. There are many studios which offer pre-tap or pre-ballet for youngsters which include many imaginative and exciting programs.

As the child gets older he or she might choose one particular style to concentrate on. Classic ballet and tap are both popular and have much to offer. Studios often expand the range of styles on offer to kids over 7 include more modern forms such as hip hop or jazz. All these forms are great fun and good exercise.

Every style of dancing has benefits to the health of your child. Apart from the obvious cardio workout, flexibility and stamina are improved. Fitness and strength from an early age are a great foundation for a healthy life in the future. The social interaction and expression of emotions through movement are also important factors in a child's development.

Another key feature of dancing is co-ordination; young children often seem clumsy and have trouble with balance, especially when learning to ride a bike for example, and dancing significantly aids in these areas. Ballet particularly requires poise and balance even for a simple plie, while tap requires multi-tasking skills as your feet beat out differing rhythms the same time.

For those who want to study seriously, there are courses and exams in the major styles. The larger studios will offer these in house whereas small independent teachers might need to book exams through a third party. For the truly dedicated, the larger studios will also be able to help pupils who wish to make dancing their career by suggesting academies and colleges which specialize in performing arts.

Regardless of your child's age, there are options for dancing lessons all year round including summer schools and camps. Popular classes may need advance registration to avoid disappointment and often this can be done online. Fees for tuition will vary depending on the class and your child's age.




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