Why You Shouldn't Take A Break From Dance This Summer!

Taking a break from dance during the summer might seem like a chance to relax, but it can actually set your child back in several ways. Here’s why staying consistent with dance training—even in the summer—is important!

1. Slowed Progress

Dance is a skill that requires consistency. Taking two or three months off can lead to a noticeable loss in technique, flexibility, strength, and stamina. Dancers may find it harder to pick back up in the fall and may even need time to re-learn what they previously mastered.

2. Missed Opportunity for Growth

Summer offers more relaxed schedules, which means more time to focus on improving technique, trying new styles, and taking extra classes. Without the pressure of school, dancers can make great strides in a short period of time.

3. Disruption of Routine

Dancers thrive on routine and discipline. A long break can make it harder to return to that mindset in the fall, which can affect motivation and confidence when classes resume.

4. Missed Joy and Connection

For many kids, dance is their passion and their community. Taking a break can make them feel disconnected from both the activity they love and their dance friends.

5. A lot more... "I'm bored!" Summer dance gives kids something exciting and productive to look forward to. It fills the long days with structure, goals, and creative fun.

Summer is a time to recharge—but not regress. Keeping your child engaged in dance over the summer sets them up for a stronger, more confident return in the fall.