--- title: "4 Benefits of Dance Recitals - Nan's School of Dance in Raleigh" description: "At Nan’s School of Dance, dance recitals are one of our favorite times of the year. Parents and their guests get to come and watch their children" url: https://www.nansdancenc.com/blog/4-benefits-of-dance-recitals/ --- # 4 Benefits of Dance Recitals - [Hillary White](https://www.nansdancenc.com/about-us/hillary-white/) - March 8, 2022 ## What a dancer can learn from recitals At [Nan’s School of Dance](https://www.nansdancenc.com/), dance recitals are one of our favorite times of the year. Parents and their guests get to come and watch their children shine on stage. They beam with pride as they watch a magical performance that has been months in the making. All of the hard work and dedication are celebrated in one beautiful performance. Our students benefit tremendously from our dance recitals and learn [valuable lessons](#life-lessons-dancers-learn-through-recitals) that can even translate to other aspects of their lives. ### Learn how to meet goals A recital is a culmination of months of hard work. Students practice each week in dance class working on learning steps and then a routine. They work on that routine for months, ironing out any kinks, and polishing the routine so that it is “perfect.” Everyone is excited as the recital grows closer because they know that their hard work is about to pay off! It is the ultimate lesson on how to make a goal, work hard towards a goal, and lastly accomplish that goal. ### Learn how to work on a team One of the most rewarding parts of a dance recital is learning how to work as a team. Dancers work together to create something very beautiful. In order for the performance to come together, everyone must know their own part but also learn how to work cohesively. A recital is a culminating performance that everyone can be proud of and accomplishing that goal together makes it even sweeter! ### Building confidence Dancers may begin their dance lesson and new routine with hesitancy. Maybe they don’t believe they are flexible enough to perform the choreography or maybe they have difficulty with a certain combination of steps. No matter the reason, eventually those elements are fixed in time for the big recital, and a sense of confidence is born. What a great way to build confidence: learning all of the routine correctly and then performing it on a large stage for all to see. ### Creating lasting memories and friendships Recitals are special. Your parents and guests are in the audience, you are performing on stage with your friends, and your months of hard work are about to pay off. You know that the performance is going to be a wonderful memory that you will never forget. Every dancer remembers their recitals. They remember the excitement and the joy that they felt on stage. They worked hard and they got to perform for everyone to see and cherish for years to come. ## Life lessons dancers learn through recitals A recital teaches a few more things that dancers carry with them long after the costumes are put away. ### Sticking with it Getting ready for a recital can be hard on the body and the mind. Along the way, dancers run into stage fright, steps that won’t come together, or a technical problem on the day itself. Working through those moments, by calming their nerves and adapting when something doesn’t go to plan, teaches them to keep going when things get hard. It also gives them a real sense of pride when the show is done, and that feeling can push them to take on the next challenge, in dance or anywhere else. ### Paying attention to the details A routine only looks finished when the small things are right: the timing, the movement itself, and the expression on each dancer’s face. Dancers learn to notice those details and fix them. That habit carries over to school and, later on, to work, where getting things exactly right matters too. ### Managing their time Recital season takes planning. Dancers have to fit rehearsals around school, work and family, so they learn to plan their week, decide what needs to come first, and stay organized. ## Reach your goals with Nan’s School of Dance [At Nan’s School of Dance](https://www.nansdancenc.com/about-us/), our goal is to provide top-quality instruction at a competitive price. We encourage our students to reach technical proficiency in their favorite dance form and build self-discipline, poise, and self-esteem. We offer instruction in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acro, and Pre-Dance, at all levels. We love having new members in our dance classes and will help get your child acclimated to our dance school to make them feel right at home. When your child attends Nan’s School of Dance, they will become a part of our dance family and share in our love for dance! ## Don’t forget to register! From ballet to hip hop, we offer dance classes for ALL ages and skill levels in a variety of styles. We place students in classes that will challenge them while offering a fun atmosphere for learning and growth. We also offer Mommy & Me classes (18 months – 2.5 years). [Register online](https://www.nansdancenc.com/register-now/) or give us a call at [(919) 803-6044](tel:+19198036044) to hold your spot! \*Feel free to follow us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/NansSchoolOfDanceRaleigh) | [Twitter](https://twitter.com/NansDanceNC) | [Instagram](https://instagram.com/NansDanceNC) ## Want to read more about dance? Take a look at some of our other articles about performance & competition. - [Why Join a Dance Team? 5 Reasons to Join Nan’s Competitive Dance Team](https://www.nansdancenc.com/blog/5-reasons-to-join-nans-competitive-dance-team-and-elevate-your-skills/) - [Why Do Dancers Wear Costumes and Dance Makeup?](https://www.nansdancenc.com/blog/why-do-dancers-wear-costumes/) - [The Power of Dance Feedback: How to Grow from Competition Critiques](https://www.nansdancenc.com/blog/the-power-of-feedback-how-to-grow-from-dance-competition-critiques/) ## Want to learn more about our classes or studio? Just fill out this form and we can answer all your questions. We look forward to seeing you soon in our studio! Warmly, Hillary *This form is on the web page: *