Reflective Essay About Dance

Dance is something I am passionate about. I have been dancing for approximately fourteen years now and I will continue to do so for many years to come. Initially starting as an Indian Classical performer, pursuing in a dance called Bharatanatyam, I gradually integrated the more western forms of dances, such as ballet, tap, jazz, and now modern. My incentive to joining this class is not just simply because I enjoy dancing and that it is a personal stress reliever, but I hope to accommodate it in my future. I currently see myself as an adequate dancer, but a stellar performer. Not one to boast about myself, but I have been told I embody a completely different persona on stage. It’s as if I strive to become a better version of myself. Through this class, I hope to gain further experience and knowledge of my own body and how it works in conjunction with each movement, as well as learn the history of West African Dance. Additionally, I want to improve my flexibility and strength, especially in the hips and core. Speaking of my body and my goals in

These sports require concentration, stamina, rigorous foot work, and specific arm placements. Similarly, just like these different sports, different forms of dance require their own foot work, arm placements, body structure, head movements, concentration, and expressions. It is very interesting to physically experience how dance has helped me become a better athlete. With more flexibility, stamina, and in general the awareness of the body, dance has helped me get into shape and stay in shape. And through African Dance, I hope to enhance my strength, flexibility, and stamina, which I am sure will come through practice. Altogether, I am really looking forward to this fun, high-energy, intellectually stimulating