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4 reasons hip hop dancers should take a ballet class
I was a self proclaimed “anti-ballerina”, leotards and tights made me feel self-conscious and I was often heard telling people “I wasn’t built for ballet.” No, I didn’t (and still don’t) have amazing feet or great turn out and I’m not super flexible. Nor do I possess any of the ideal physical traits of your stereotypical ballerina.<br> But, I have a new mantra now. “Nobody was built for ballet. Ballet was built for us.”<br> This is a first-hand account explaining exactly how ballet can improve your child's hip hop performance.
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salsa dance for kids
Introduce the wonderful Spanish culture to kids through salsa dancing! It is also a popular partner dance wherein your children can learn important socialisation skills!
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Finding the Right Beat: How to Choose the Perfect Dance Class for Your Child
Discover how to choose the perfect dance class for your child, focusing on their interests, the quality of dance schools, and creating a supportive, enriching environment for young dancers to thrive.
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Jazz dancing for kids
Put those little jazz shoes on! Do your children show eagerness to become a good dancer? Then why not let them try jazz dancing?
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Ballroom dancing for kids
Let your kids do more than quick step, and jumpstart their mastery of ballroom dancing! Ballroom dancing for kids can serve as a great family activity that both parents and kids can enjoy!
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Cheerleading for Kids
Cheerleading is a great way to participate in the excitement of sporting events! It is extremely popular among young girls and it can be a great way to improve physical fitness and make friends.
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Breakdance For Kids
You know what’s in with kids today? Breakdance! <br><br>It is a popular style of street dance that consists of acrobatic moves and complex foot work.
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Ballet Dancing for Kids
A very graceful and academic art that your child will love to perform. They can start learning from any age and will learn discipline and elegance among may other benefits this classical art provides.
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Hip Hop Dance for Kids
Are your kids born performers? If they love to dance and perform death defying stunts they might like to channel their energy into hip hop dance routines. Hip hop is a modern style of dance involving a series of moves set to hip hop songs. It's often called urban or street dance and originated on the streets of America in the 1970s. Australian kids quickly took a like to the style!
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Classical Dance for Kids
Get your kid to learn classical dance, and let him/her enjoy this amazing art... Grace, fitness, concentration, discipline and agility are some of the major benefits this art could bring to your kids.
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Jazz for Kids
Let your kids discover different music styles by introducing them to jazz!<br><br>Improvisation plays a big part in this music style which makes it great for creative kids who love music!
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Contemporary Dance for Kids
Let your child express themselves through contemporary dance, a great way for them to dance in a less academic and funnier way. Your kids will learn how to get creative will performing this original dance type.
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Dancing for Kids
Get your kids to start learning dancing, and let them find the type of dance they really like. There are many types of dances, from classical, academic to contemporary and more based on creativity, but they all make your kids learn discipline, elegance and
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Modern Dance for Kids
Do your kids like to dance? If they enjoy movement but find traditional ballet too restrictive, they might enjoy modern dance instead. Sometimes known as contemporary dance, it originated in the early 20th century and has increased in popularity ever since. Modern dance has been performed on Australian stages since the 1960s and encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.
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Encourage your child to become a confident and independent dancer (tips)
Joining a dance studio may be the first activity your child is about to attend - and their confidence and independence may waver as they try something new. Take a deep breath and jump in, head first with them. There is so much fun to be had. This article shares some tips to help enhance your child's confidence and independence as they learn to dance for the first time.
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Choosing the Right Dance Style for Your Child
Discover how to choose the best dance style for your child, from Ballet to Hip Hop, focusing on personality, age, and benefits, ensuring a fun and enriching experience.
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The Benefits of Dance: Beyond Just Fun and Fitness
Discover dance's role in enhancing kids' emotional, cognitive, and physical growth, promoting not just fun but holistic development. It's a journey of self-expression, creativity, and healthy living for every child.
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Country dancing for kids
Want something entertaining, upbeat kind of dance for your kids to learn? Then choose country dancing! Australia is known for having a lively dance scene that has evolved rapidly since the colonial times and country dancing has become one of the established dance fashions that is still enjoyed by many today. Let your kids join and add to the liveliness of the dance floor with country dancing!
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Breakdancing for kids
Your kids can find a new and entertaining activity where they can excel, try out breakdancing for kids! There are breakdance moves that kids can do, the simpler variations are safe and not as complicated as their counterparts. Basic versions of moves make breakdancing a fun and somewhat challenging endeavor for toddlers and children alike.
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From Tap to Jazz: Exploring the World of Kids' Dance Styles
Explore the exciting benefits of tap and jazz for children, from enhancing musicality and coordination to encouraging creativity and expression. A guide for Australian families on choosing a dance style.
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