BENEFITS of having a dance program at your school:
Dance offers an alternative, creative form of physical exercise. The dance
group or class can also facilitate a new social setting for participants to engage in.
Engaging in the arts increases cultural awareness and understanding. It exposes
young people to other cultural practices and facilitates dialogue within diverse
communities. Participating in the arts can lead to a greater appreciation of the value
Dance facilitates, and encourages creative and artistic expression. Participants
develop their own skills, and learn to value the artistic endeavour of others. By
engaging with the art form directly and with professional support, young people can
discover their potential as dance artists.
The development of transferable life skills through Dance can encourage the
young person to broaden their experiences and have the confidence to try new
things. For example; creative and technical activities can promote literacy and
numeracy. Other skills, such as problem-solving and decision-making, can also be
acquired and applied in wider contexts.
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