• Goal Setting and Achievement: Dance teaches children how to set goals and work towards achieving them. This skill is essential for success in school, careers, and personal relationships.
• Resilience and Perseverance: Dance helps children develop resilience and perseverance. They learn to overcome challenges and setbacks, and keep striving for their goals.
• Leadership and Teamwork: Dance often involves group work, which teaches children the importance of leadership, teamwork, and cooperation. These skills are essential for success in both personal and professional life.
• Time Management: Dance classes require children to manage their time effectively and balance their commitments. This skill is crucial for success in school and work.
• Confidence and Self-Esteem: Dance can boost children’s confidence and self-esteem. As they learn new skills and perform on stage, they gain a sense of accomplishment and pride.

I have used the these skills in my everyday life, not just as an educator or a studio owner, but as a student running for student government, captain of my cheer team, and was able to take these tools into job interviews, and so many more experiences too.

By choosing dance for you child, you are investing in their future success. Dance provides a joyful foundation for personal growth and development, and prepares children for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Reach For The Barres is more than just a dance studio, and we’re here for you and your dancer at anytime in their growth journey. It’s never too late to jump into dance and being building these skills and tools for their future success.