Question 1

At what age can my child start dancing?

Accepted Answer

Most dance schools start with special programmes from around the age of 3, such as creative children's dance. From the age of 6-7, children can move on to more specific dance styles such as ballet, hip hop or Latin. Young people aged 12 and over often find their own formats with a modern focus such as video clip dancing or street dance. This means that there are suitable programmes for all ages, which build on each other in a fun way.

Question 2

Which dance styles are particularly suitable for children and young people?

Accepted Answer

There are many options: Creative children's dance for the youngest, hip hop and video clip dancing for energetic kids, ballet for posture and discipline or Latin dance for a sense of rhythm. The important thing is that the style suits your child's temperament - whether wild and sporty or more expressive and elegant.

Question 3

Do children or young people need previous experience to join a dance course?

Accepted Answer

No, most courses are designed in such a way that no previous knowledge is necessary. Beginners start in basic courses, while advanced students can switch to advanced groups. The important thing is that children and young people can join at any time and quickly find their feet.

Question 4

How does a typical dance lesson for children or teenagers work?

Accepted Answer

The course usually begins with a short warm-up and rhythm exercises. New steps or short choreographies are then practised. At the end there is often a joint dance game or a repetition of the figures learnt. This keeps the class varied and motivating.

Question 5

What are the advantages of dancing for children and young people compared to other leisure activities?

Accepted Answer

Dancing combines movement, music and community - unlike many individual sports. Your child improves their motor skills, learns stamina and posture and also trains their memory and concentration. At the same time, they develop self-confidence, experience performances and learn responsibility in a group.

Question 6

Is dancing more suitable for girls or also for boys?

Accepted Answer

Dancing is for everyone. While girls often start out in classical disciplines such as ballet, many boys are enthusiastic about hip hop, breakdancing or street dance. In modern dance courses, the groups are usually mixed - the only thing that matters is the joy of movement and music.

Question 7

How can I support my child in dancing?

Accepted Answer

You can motivate your child by showing interest, playing music at home or trying out small movement exercises together. For smaller performances, support your child by watching and cheering along. It is important not to put any pressure on them. If children and young people enjoy dancing, they will automatically stick with it for longer and continue to develop.

Children's and youth dance

Discover movement

Live out your creativity

Experience community

Dancing as expression - from trying it out to putting on your own show

Physical

Emotional

Social

Cognitive

What types of dance are there in children's and youth dance?

Hip Hop & Breakdance

Ballet

Questions and answers about children's and youth dance