Do not let the title of this article deceive you. One might think the word “vision” refers to the introduction of an explosive discovery in the art form, or the construction of a “state of the art” dance studio. Neither assumption is even close!
“A Dance Teacher’s Vision” is about bringing an awareness regarding the purpose of a dance class held in a studio with the student present in the vision of a skilled teacher as opposed to an only-online dance program.
Dance is meant to be taught in groups. All five senses are stimulated by the mere presence of others. By listening to the correction of one student someone in the class will improve as well by applying the correction to their personal skill set. Inspiration is felt by the energy of the group moving together.
Dance instruction in the US has no regulation or certification requirements. All of us in the industry work together to hold ourselves accountable and to each other to present instruction in the art form correctly.
During the global lock-down dance studios worldwide are conducting classes online. This is what we need to do to keep our students engaged, however all of us will be back in the studio as soon as possible with a clear vision of the correct technique for each student.
Pictured here is the focus of your dance teacher’s vision during class →
-by Martha Madison
About the Author: Martha Madison began her career as a dance educator in 1966. She studied dance at Western Kentucky University and the University of South Florida. She is certified through Dance Educators of America Teacher Training School and is currently director of Dance Arts Bowling Green.
