Making dance classes fun
I just saw a post from 'Get UK Active' on Facebook about a new generation of dance classes where people dance in the dark. See original post here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-40043153 It looks at the idea that dance classes are focused on using a mirror and making sure everyone looks the same, whereas the idea of these classes is that its focused on the inner self and good feeling you get from dancing. There is enough light to stop you bumping into the person next to you. I wanted to look at both sides of the argument and challenge my immediate thoughts on the concept. I agree that dance classes in majority can be focused on people at least attempting to look the same in the mirror, so everyone in time doing the same movement. However I would look into my own classes and say for my own teaching I really encourage people just to move and try their best, its about challenging themselves to get better, not to be perfect. And challenging youself can be a positive