TIPS FOR PREPARING YOUR KIDS FOR DANCE AUDITIONS

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• Tips for Preparing Your Kids for Dance Auditions

• Give Your Child theGift of Dance

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• Introduction

• If your child is preparing to dance
  competitively, its important that they are
  well-prepared.
• Dance auditions can be nerve-wracking, but with
  the right preparation, your child can feel
  confident and ready to show off their skills!
• In order to help them prepare, it is important to
  keep a few things in mind before, during and
  after the auditions.

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• Before the Audition

Tip Description
Find the Perfect Fit Consider your child's age, skill level, and interests. Research studios or companies holding auditions that match their strengths and dance style.
Dress to Impress Dress according to the audition instructions. Choose comfortable clothing that allows for movement and reflects the style of dance.
Practice Makes Perfect Ensure your child thoroughly knows the audition routine. Practice at home and visualize success.
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• Before the Audition

Tip Description
Pack Like a Pro Pack a dance bag with essentials like water, healthy snacks, and extra dance shoes (if applicable). Don't forget any costume changes!
Rest Up for the Big Day Ensure your child gets a good night's sleep before the audition. Being well-rested allows for peak performance and focus.
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• The Day of the Audition

Tip Description
Be Early Birds Arrive early to allow ample time for warm-up, settling in, and asking any questions.
Warm Up Those Muscles Proper warm-up stretches are crucial to prevent injury and improve performance.
Observe and Learn Depending on the audition setting, observe other dancers with respect while maintaining focus.
Listen Up! Pay close attention to instructions from the choreographer or judges. Follow their directions carefully.
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• After the Audition

Tip Description
Cool Down and Stretch Help your child relax and prevent muscle soreness with gentle cool-down stretches after the audition.
Reflect and Refine Talk about the experience. Discuss what went well and areas for improvement for future auditions.
Celebrate the Journey Regardless of the outcome, celebrate your child's effort, participation, and courage to audition!
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• Stage Fright Buster Tips

• Up to 70 of dancers experience stage fright! But
  with prep and positive thinking, your child can
  conquer their nerves and shine. Below are some
  tips to help your childs stage fight.
• Visualization Encourage your child to visualize
  themselves performing flawlessly. Imagine the
  applause, the feeling of accomplishment, and the
  joy of dance.
• Power Poses Have your child practice power poses
  like holding their head high and shoulders back
  before the audition. These poses can boost
  confidence and project a strong stage presence.

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• Stage Fright Buster Tips

• Focus on the Audience Instead of focusing on the
  judges or the pressure, encourage your child to
  connect with the audience. Imagine they're
  sharing their love of dance with others.
• Distraction Techniques Suggest activities like
  chewing gum, doodling, or listening to calming
  music before the audition to take their mind off
  their nerves.
• Celebrate Effort Regardless of the outcome,
  emphasize the value of the hard work and
  dedication your child put into preparing for the
  audition.

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• Contact us

• Vaughan Studio

• Etobicoke Studio

Yorkdale Studio

• 331 Cityview Blvd., Unit 2 Vaughan, ON
• L4H 3M3

• 37 Advance Rd., Suite 104
• Etobicoke, ON
• M8Z 2S6

124 Cartwright Ave. North York, ON M6A 1V2

• 905-856-1030

• 647-640-5010

647-262-1550

• info_at_pdayorkdale.ca

info_at_pdato.ca

• info_at_performingdancearts.ca

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• Thank you