Can dance really make my child smarter?
It’s pretty easy to see the physical benefits of dance and if you’ve ever gone out for a full night of dancing, you have felt those benefits too! But measuring how much smarter you get after dance takes a more professional effort.
Below I’ve listed the research I’ve found on dance and how it absolutely makes you smarter. It’s fascinating and explains why so many dancers I know are crazy smart!
The spatial awareness that comes along with dance also enhances your mathematical ability
Dancing frequently out performed reading, bicycling/swimming, playing golf, and crosswords in it’s reducing risk of dementia
Dance releases stress so that mentally you are more healthy
When you explore balance, it helps hone your vestibular system
You become better at understanding music
There’s also ways that I know dance has helped me and my students
Helps release energy in a positive way so that then they can focus during school
Helps plan and problem solve (especially in creative dance and choreography!)
Gives kids a place to be creative, which is imperative in a world run by robots
Improves memory and concentration
So if you’d like to get your child’s brain going on all cylinders, sign up for a Thrive Dance class by contacting us. We will help you find the right class so that then your child can reach their full potential!