If your child is shy, enrollment in a dance class can help get them out of their shell. Performing for friends and family is an additional self-esteem booster. When parents in Hawaii want their children to learn from skilled instructors, they visit The St. Laurent School of Dance in Honolulu. Since 1990, the dance studio has been providing kids throughout the area with dance lessons and performance opportunities, such as our recital based on the story of Dorothy and Oz.

Below, the staff at The St. Laurent School of Dance shares three ways performing will benefit your child:

• Boost Confidence: Mastering different styles and techniques in dance class will help boost your child’s confidence. Performing gives them the opportunity to show off their hard work to friends and family.  The positive feedback they receive during recitals will also help build self-esteem.
• Conquer Fears: Your child is bound to experience stage fright the first time they perform. Our experienced staff know how to help them conquer their fears. Gradually, they will begin to feel more comfortable in the spotlight. Once they get used to the attention, they’ll start volunteering more in class and participating in other activities where they are required to take center stage.
• Build Character: Performing can help your child be a more positive person. They have to project a cheerful outlook while performing, which they can apply to other aspects of life. They also learn responsibility. A performance depends on everyone doing their part to the best of their ability. It’s very much a team effort.

If you think your child would benefit from performing, sign them up for a dance class at The St. Laurent School of Dance. Contemporary dance, jazz, tap, and ballet lessons are available, guaranteeing your child will find something they’ll love. The dance academy also provides singing lessons and useful information to help your child feel more comfortable in class. 

To learn more about dance class enrollment in Honolulu, call (808) 845-1291 to speak with a friendly staff member. Visit The St. Laurent School of Dance online for a complete list of classes and like them on Facebook for updated news and announcements.