How To Choose The Right Dance Class

By Peggy Ryersen

Learning how to dance is a lot of fun and a great hobby, but only if you choose the right dance class to attend or otherwise you won't be getting the most out of your lessons. When choosing a dance class there is much you have to take into consideration. Not only is the dance style important, but also the quality of instruction which has to be high if you want to really learn and master a particular type of dance.

The first step is to find dance instruction available in your area for your chosen style of dance to learn. If you have not yet decided on a particular style, then you will also have to do some research on the various options. It is even possible to go and sit in on a few classes so that you get to see the style of both dance and instruction. This can be helpful when choosing which class to go to.

You can't look into different classes without considering how long the class lasts. If a dance class is too short then it will be impossible for you to learn the dance techniques and improve them. Lessons are ideally an hour long and depending upon what style of dance you choose, the class should last several weeks or even up to several months. Always choose a class that can be fit into your schedule so that you won't miss any.

The class skill level is something you have to keep in mind and generally you will have to choose from beginner classes up to advanced level classes. Always choose the appropriate level and if you have never done a type of dance before, then go with the beginner class so that you can learn all the fundamental techniques. Afterwards you can always move on to more advanced courses.

You shouldn't forget to learn about the instructor, either. You should look for an instructor who is skilled and is a good teacher. Not all people who are good dancers can also teach others well and that is why it is important to observe a class before signing up. By sitting in on a class you have the opportunity to see the instructor's teaching style and decide if you like it or not.

After choosing an instructor and narrowing down your class options, you have to find out just how many others are going to be in your class. Small classes are the best, because the instructor will have more chance to spend individual time with you. As a general rule, the classes with the fewest students are the best.

Once you actually begin your classes, make sure that you do not miss any. You should attend every class or you could miss important instruction. Dance classes usually use a building style of teaching where each class builds upon the previous. If you miss a class you will miss out and have to catch up, which could put you behind everyone else and cause you trouble in progressing throughout the remainder of your lessons.

Finally, make sure that you have fun with your dance classes. Take all the helpful advice and constructive criticism that your instructor gives to you. Anything an instructor points out is an effort to make you a better dancer. Practice outside of class and take the necessary steps to master your chosen dance style. - 31486

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