Top 10 Reasons to Study Dance

All dance is made up of 4 elements: Rhythym, Timing, Form, and Interpretation

RHYTHM which is a consistent relationship between time, movement, and distance. Such as a clock ticking or the earth spinning. Anything that moves at a consistent speed produces rhythm. Rhythm can be learned!

TIMING is to divide rhythm in a consistent manner. Such as 2/4 time, 3/4 time, 4/4 time, 3/8 & 6/8. This would be like 2/4 time, military, 3/4 waltz, or 4/4 basic.

FORM is how the arms, hands, torso and head is used while dancing. A dancer should use form to give dignity, character & beauty to their dance. Also when any dancer performs she/he needs to create floor patterns. Such as figure eights, circles, straight lines etc.

INTERPRETATION Every dance must have significance. A dancer should combine pantomime, gestures, movement & facial expressions according to the type of dance being performed; sad, happy, sexy, etc.

TEN REASONS TO STUDY DANCE

1. Dancing develops timing, coordination, and balance (these factors are important in all physical activities, especially sports!)
2. Dancing develops an Beautiful Body
3. Dancing develops an Appreciation of Music
4. Dancing develops self confidence
5. Dancing is an Outlet for Pent-Up Emotions
6. Dancing is an Artistic Achievement
7. Dancing appeals to the restless nature of youth
8. Dancing develops the Brain, the Nervous System, and the Body
9. Dancing can be a Lifetime Hobby
10. Dancing is FUN!