| r kids looking for an after school hobby? Why | | | | sense of rhythm. It is also known for strengthening |
| don’t they join dance classes? They are a | | | | and loosening the foot, ankle and leg muscles. |
| great way to build self confidence, meet new friends, | | | | Hip Hop - Hip hop dance classes are the new kids on |
| and get a little bit of exercise in between. A well put | | | | the dance class block. They are set to music including |
| together dance program can encourage individuality, | | | | funk, hip hop and rap. This style of dance is modern |
| creativity and ultimately, a love of dance. | | | | and flexible, so dance teachers often have a lot of |
| If you think that maybe your kid will enjoy dancing | | | | choices in picking out choreographing routines. |
| then sign them up. There are a variety of dance | | | | Ballroom — Ballroom is geared more towards |
| styles, which can make finding a class pretty simple. | | | | older kids, teens and adults. Children who seek to |
| Some of the more popular dance classes for children | | | | learn ballroom dancing will be introduced to classic |
| include: | | | | dances such as the rumba, foxtrot and tango |
| Ballet - A classical dance form described as the | | | | throughout their training. |
| foundation of all other types of dance. These classes | | | | Irish — The Irish are known for something |
| are set to classical music. Ballet requires specific | | | | more than St. Patrick’s Day. Their famous |
| movements, strength, coordination and flexibility. It is | | | | style of dance is known for its fancy footwork |
| also great for teaching self-discipline and pride in | | | | combined with a straight upper body. All of the dance |
| appearance. | | | | movements are performed from the hips down, and |
| Jazz - Jazz dancing is always a favorite with children | | | | classes are set to traditional Irish music such as the |
| of all ages. They can be set to a variety of fun, | | | | jig or reels. |
| upbeat music and there is much flexibility in the type | | | | Modern — Modern dance is a little more |
| of movements kids will perform. Jazz is a particularly | | | | difficult than the others on this list. I only recommend |
| creative form of dance which is loved by children | | | | this for kids who have more experience over |
| with vast imaginations. | | | | someone who is just beginning. This difficult and |
| Tap — Tap is a high energy form of dance | | | | technical style of dance helps kids further develop |
| which requires kids to move their feet and "tap" in | | | | their coordination and balance. |
| time to the music. A set of predetermined moves | | | | Music and Movement — This class is often |
| are consistently used throughout these classes. Tap | | | | held exclusively for young children and their parents. |
| is a great choice for promoting co-ordination and a | | | | |