DanceLife Magazine
2025
obstacle course, fosters ownership and excitement.
Saying, “That was tricky, but you didn’t give up! I saw how your straight arms helped you stay balanced,” reinforces effort and builds self-awareness. Over time, this kind of feedback fuels lasting confidence and resilience. When we honor every brave first step into the studio, every burst of creativity during improvisation, and every moment of growth acknowledged with care, we shape the lives of our students. It takes more effort, but the reward is a classroom full of children who believe in themselves—and are excited to learn.
We can further cultivate this motivation through meaningful praise. Instead of defaulting to “good job,” acknowledge effort and name what you observe. This helps children recognize their own progress and stay motivated. Mini Milestone Moment: Praise That Matters When dancers face challenges, teachers have the power to uplift them through specific, intentional feedback.
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