Can competitive dancers wear glasses?
It is not rare to see a Ballerina wear glasses while performing an Allegro or Ballon, but some might prefer contact lenses. You might want to switch between the two i.e. contacts and glasses, or wear glasses for your day to day activities but switch to contacts just before your exiting performance.
Can a dancer manipulate any body part to dance?
A dancer can use the whole body, or emphasize individual body parts, when moving. Just as some colors in a painting may be more vibrant than others, you may notice dancers who have exceptional body control.
Can you dance with contacts?
Glasses can get in the way, especially in sports, cheerleading, dance or other exercise. Not contact lenses. When you’re active, contact lenses don’t steam up or slide down your nose.
What do judges look for at a dance competition?
Solos, duets, [especially] group dances — clean them all. As a judge, you want the dancers on stage to succeed. It is so hard to watch a dancer not perform to the best of their ability because they are insecure with the spacing or choreography. Help them by pushing them to run their dances again and again.
Do you need a mirror to practice your dancing?
You can also view that video yourself to see how you look, and take notes on things to fix. Having a mirror to practice your dancing is great because you can actually see what you look like when you move. However, it is possible to become too dependent on the mirror (especially if you are in a group dance).
Is competitive dance right for me?
Competitive dance may not be for everyone, but for those Moms (or Dads!) who are interested, it is a great way to develop your skills in a certain style and learn more about different styles; to give you a wider perspective on the world of dance; and to provide you with set goals to work towards.
Should you specialize in one style of dance?
If you are already a dancer, you may specialize in a certain style. However, if you practice a variety of dance types, and are wanting to make the transition to competitive, it is important to nail down what style of dance you’d like to compete in.
What is the difference between dance lessons and competitive dance?
Unlike dance lessons, competitive dance requires a lot of training, usually on weekends, and usually focused on styles of dance that include hip hop, jazz, ballet or contemporary. These children (usually girls) are often seen as the “elite” of their dance studio, which has teams of girls specifically devoted to competition.