| There are plenty of reasons a child should take dance | | | | 2. My daughter won't take a class. She thinks ballet is |
| classes. One reason is health. Getting and keeping | | | | boring. |
| children healthy isn't easy. There are just too many | | | | There are many other forms of dance in addition to |
| temptations out there. There are computers, video | | | | ballet. Lots of little girls do study that dance. But that |
| games, television, fast food and a bunch of other | | | | doesn't mean your daughter has to as well. She can |
| things. Children are so used to eating junk, until they | | | | study tap, modern, jazz or even hip hop. She'll get |
| often don't appreciate healthier foods. If you can't get | | | | good exercise no matter what class she takes. |
| your child to eat healthier, then get them to exercise. | | | | Introduce your daughter to some other dances. Let her |
| The classes are a good way to have fun while getting | | | | pick the one she wants to study. |
| in shape. | | | | 3. My child never sticks with anything. I'm not paying for |
| 1. I've got a son. Dancing is for girls. | | | | lessons. |
| No, they are not. Anyone can learn to dance. Boys | | | | Get your child to agree to stay enrolled for a specific |
| can take the same classes girls can. There are world | | | | period of time. Then after that time period, let them quit |
| famous male ballet, tap, modern and jazz dancers. | | | | if they want. Don't force them to keep taking classes if |
| These men are very successful, wealthy and famous. | | | | they really can't stand it. Your child might even be able |
| Where would they be if they were discouraged from | | | | to take one or two classes before enrolling for the |
| their dreams? | | | | long term. At least that way they'll see if they like it. |
| If the thought of your son dancing makes you | | | | Dance classes are a good way for your child to |
| uncomfortable, put him into a traditionally male arena. | | | | spend free time. If they absolutely refuse to take a |
| Tap dance is at the top of the list. You son will get into | | | | class, you can find something else. Just make sure to |
| shape while learning to tap dance like hundreds of | | | | get them involved with some physical activity. |
| great performers before him. | | | | |
