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jeudi 13 juillet 2017

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By Dennis Russell


If you are a parent of a competitive dancer, you know how fun and exciting competing can be. If you are just starting to attend these events, however, they can feel overwhelming. Here is a parent's guide to getting through dance competitions Ohio that should help you cheer your son or daughter on while keeping your sanity and sense of humor intact.

You need to be aware that not all competitions are created equal. Some are geared more to a specific experience or skill level. Others tend to focus more on one style of dance rather than another. You shouldn't be surprised or upset if there are dancers at your child's studio attending different events than your child is. If you are wondering why you may or may not be going to a specific event make sure to ask your child's teacher.

Your child has likely been training hard all year but once competition season gets closer, you can expect that practices will happen more frequently. They may also be longer and more intense than they have been in the past. The teacher will want to make sure that your child has the choreography down pat and will also be focusing on polishing up all of the small details to make sure that things are perfect when your dancer goes on stage.

You should also think about where you will stay during the competition. It is not uncommon for dancers to have to perform on more than one day. If your son or daughter is only in one number you will often be able to go up and come back the same day. The same is true if your child is performing close to home. If you do decide to stay, make sure you book hotel rooms early so that they are not all filled up.

Be prepared to bring a lot more gear than you would expect. Getting a large, rolling suitcase can help make this a lot easier to do. Wheels on a suitcase will mean it is easy to transport even if it is full of shoes, costumes and other necessary gear. There are even cases that have racks to hang costumes from. These can be expensive but are often a good investment.

You should expect to pack more than just costumes. Shoes and accessories are also very important things to bring. Some things you may not have thought about packing include extra styling products, a sewing kit (costumes tend to break at the worst possible times), snacks to keep your dancer full and energized and even first aid supplies are all handy to have when competition day rolls around.

Prepare for a long day even if your dancer only has one or two numbers. It is normal for dancers to have to be there several hours before their first number so that they can have their hair and makeup done. They will also need to warm up. Often, awards ceremonies do not take place for hours so be prepared to stick around after your dancer is finished performing.

While the numbers change from year to year, the competition experience does not. It is fun, exciting and very memorable for both dancers and their parents. Sitting in the audience and watching your child can be an experience unlike any other and it's no wonder that dancers keep competing year after year.




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