Tap Dancing For Your Kids

We all know it is a struggle to keep your kids entertained

, especially during the summer holidays when there is no school and little for them to do. It is difficult to keep finding them new hobbies to fill their time. One activity which is becoming increasingly popular for kids is tap dancing, so why not make their next birthday or Christmas present a pair of tap shoes instead of the usual DVD or video game!

Is It Good For Them?

Tap dancing is extremely good for you children and there are many benefits of getting involved in tap dancing such as increased cardiovascular conditioning, strength, excellent co-ordination and flexibility. You will also find that tap dancing builds strength in the legs and feet as well as improving flexibility in the hips, knees and ankles. Tap is a vigorous form of dance and requires a high level of physical fitness. It builds aerobic fitness as well as muscle control.

Will They Enjoy It?

Whether they will enjoy it really depends on the type of child they are their personalities but a lot of children enjoy the dance and it is a great way for them to express themselves. Anybody can learn tap dancing and there are dozens of steps to learn. Some of the more popular and common steps include the shuffle, shuffle ball change, flap, buffalo, wings and chugs. Tap dancing is extremely fun for children but it can also be incredibly good for their physical agility and fitness. Going to classes can also improve their self-confidence and can help them make new friends that share the same leisure interests.

Which Tap Shoes?

If you have no experience of tap dancing then you are unlikely to know which type of tap shoes you should be investing in for your child. There are various different styles and designs and it can often be a confusing market. They come both flat and with a slight heel on them. Deciding which one is right for you really depends on which your child feels most comfortable in, so they key is trying on a good few pairs before they make up their mind.

Tap shoes are available in many different colours and the most popular colours are black, white and beige. Shoes that are snug fitting are preferred over loose fitting ones. The taps, two on each shoe should be the same width as the heels and the toes of the shoe. There is a huge range of tap shoes available to buy online from a number of different outlets and retailers. Be sure that your child's tap shoes are of the right shape and size for your feet as dancing with unsuitable shoes can leave their feet sore and can even injure their feet.

Tap dancing is a great new pastime for your child to get involved in and is a healthier alternative to sitting in front of the television screen or playing on that games console! No more sitting bored during the summer holiday when they can get fully involved in tap dance lessons.

by:CedricGrosjean

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