Enrolling your child in dance classes is the first step in helping them master the art of ballet. When the family's at home, you can help fuel their passion for the art by encouraging them to practice with you. This will sharpen their skills and strengthen their bond with you at the same time. Here are three ways to practice ballet with your child and boost their confidence and enthusiasm.

How to Strengthen Ballet Lessons at Home

1. Create a Safe Space

The first step to encouraging your child to practice at home alongside you is to create a designated area to do so. You don't need a private dance studio added to your home—just a cleared area with ample room to move around. Move tables around in your living room or redecorate the bedroom to provide a carpeted, obstruction-free spot for your child to practice their moves outside of dance classes.

2. Watch Performances Together

In addition to physical practice, you can engage your child in ballet by watching performances with them. This could entail buying tickets to live performances by professionals and older students or watching shows on cable TV or online platforms. There's no shortage of ballet forums and communities on the internet, where you can find videos of ballet dancers of all skill levels.

3. Have Them Teach You

There's no better way to engage a child's interest than asking them to teach you some of their moves. Many children will be excited to show you something for a change, getting to play the teacher role as they describe movements and poses. This makes them more confident in their own dancing skill level and creates a fun bonding activity for you both. 

If you're looking for an encouraging dance studio to enroll your child, turn to the Dance Arts Centre in Chanhassen, MN. This dance school is award-winning, More Than Just Great Dancing™-affiliated, and Safer Studio™-verified, providing a nurturing and safe environment for your child to learn dance. They offer hip-hop, acro, ballet, jazz, and tap dance classes for children 2 years of age and older. Call (952) 937-2618 to enroll in a free trial class, or visit their website to learn more about their upcoming class schedule.