The Benefits of Taking Contemporary Dance Classes

by | Sep 19, 2016 | Contemporary Dance | 9 comments

Contemporary dance classes

Contemporary Dance Classes Help Develop Creative Thinking

Because contemporary dance is focused on spontaneity and self-expression, as opposed to choreography and rigid technique, students in contemporary dance classes tend to develop better self-awareness, both physical and emotional, along with the fitness and flexibility that all dance classes offer. It’s an important addition to a well-rounded dancer’s repertoire for many reasons, and it actually helps build creativity and thought processes that will offer countless advantages and benefits throughout the student’s life today and in the future.

  • Creative Thinking – The impact that artistic training in general, and contemporary dance training specifically, can have on a student’s life is often grossly underestimated. Whether your student plans to become a professional dancer, an attorney, a teacher, or a mechanical engineer, they’ll have a distinct advantage over competitors. In study after study, employers list creative thinking as one of the employability skills they want most, and the total of a candidate’s employability skill set weighs as heavily in their hiring decisions as job-specific skills, training, and experience.
  • Stress Reduction – Contemporary dance classes contribute to healthier kids today and better balanced adults in the future by teaching students to access their emotions and translate them to physical motion. Both physical exercise and introspection help to alleviate stress, and even on days when students come to class feeling the weight of the world on their shoulders, they’ll leave class in a more positive mood, less prone to anxiety and depression. It’s almost impossible to stay stressed when you’re surrounded by so much positivity, and sweating out the worries of the day! The endorphins produced as a result of a dance class will last for as much as 24 hours, giving the student a sense of peace, well-being, and optimism. A steady schedule of contemporary dance classes will create an upward spiral of relaxation and positivity.
  • Self-Expression – Not only does contemporary dance training teach students how to access their emotions and give them the physical conditioning and training to express them, but it also gives them a sense of empowerment. Creatively rendering emotion and thought into physical movement gives students a kind of unique “voice” with which to express themselves, so they can find ways to express themselves, even when words aren’t sufficient. This can be especially helpful for shy students or students with learning disabilities, and builds confidence in students who might otherwise feel invisible and unheard. Contemporary dance is a highly flexible form that lends itself beautifully to allowing students to experience and express their thoughts and feelings in a way that uniquely represents their individuality, and, moreover, it teaches them to value and honor those parts of themselves instead of trying to hide or suppress them.

Contemporary Dance Classes For Healthier Todays And More Successful Tomorrows

Students who study contemporary dance develop physical skills and training habits that can help them maintain better health throughout their lives. They also gain poise, confidence, emotional stability, and creative thinking skills that will help them throughout their academic and professional careers. Contemporary dance training is as smart an investment in your kids’ futures as a good academic education.

9 Comments

  1. Latoya Anderson
    Latoya Anderson on January 31, 2018 at 11:24 pm

    It’s interesting to know that both physical exercise and introspection involved in joining contemporary dance classes help to alleviate stress. My daughter seems to be stressed these past few days because of the problems that she’s going through. It’s my instinct as a mother to help her reduce the stress and have a positive mind. It will be great for me to consider enrolling her in contemporary dance classes where she can enjoy to learn dancing and reduce her stress level at the same time. Thanks for the tips!

  2. Derek Dewitt
    Derek Dewitt on May 10, 2018 at 2:26 pm

    I never realized that dance could help with things like stress. My son is wanting to try a dance class in school this year, so I might need to look into this more. School can be really stressful for him, so having an activity to alleviate stress would help him a lot I bet.

  3. Ellen Hughes
    Ellen Hughes on June 28, 2018 at 1:38 am

    You got my attention when you said that kids who attend contemporary dance classes are less prone to anxiety and depression. This is a nice tip for me because I can see how lonely my daughter is since my husband died. I will make sure to find him a contemporary dance class where I can enroll her.

  4. Gabe
    Gabe on July 16, 2018 at 9:07 pm

    I like it when you said it’s impossible to be stressed when there is so much positivity around you and I agree with you. I once had a dance mate that was so too much preoccupied and problematic at home. Her husband was cheating on her and her family does not even care about the situation. But she goes to classes regularly and maintain that wonderful smile of her. I can see that she is trying so hard to cope with it but leaves all the worries behind once she grooves on the dance floor.

  5. Jocelyn McDonald
    Jocelyn McDonald on January 28, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    My daughter has shown an interested in dancing, and I’ve been considering putting her in class for it. Your article had some great points about the benefits of a class like this, and I liked how you said that both physical exercise and introspection in dancing help to alleviate stress. Thanks; I’ll keep this in mind when considering dance classes for my daughter.

  6. Taylor Bishop
    Taylor Bishop on August 15, 2019 at 3:19 pm

    Thanks for explaining why it could be good to take a contemporary dance class. It’s nice to know that physical exercise could help alleviate stress. I’m interested to learn if someone who is constantly stressed should try dancing every day or if once a week will be enough to help them.

  7. Fay
    Fay on September 24, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    I like that you mentioned less stress. I love dancing and I would like to find a dance studio. I need to get rid of some stress in my mind.

  8. Taylor Wright
    Taylor Wright on December 11, 2019 at 5:29 pm

    I appreciate that you explained that dance can give someone a unique voice and allow them to express themselves. My wife wants to enroll our daughter in a ballet class so she has some extra things to do besides school. Thanks for the tips and we’ll have to find a good studio around us.

  9. Taylor Wright
    Taylor Wright on February 26, 2020 at 8:54 pm

    I like that you said how contemporary dance can help with creative thinking as well as releasing endorphins, which leads to optimism. My sister is thinking about doing a dance class since she wants more fun ways to exercise and release stress. I’ll have to share this with her as she continues to search for a dance class that suits her needs.

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