Summer is just around the corner and here at ProAm Dance Studio we are putting the finishing touches on all our fantastic summer program offerings! With the current dance season winding down and the new season ramping up, you might have been wondering lately if summer dance classes are right for your child. From our experience, every student has the potential to hit their “summer stride” … in other words, they all have the ability to keep their learning power going in the…
Successful Dance Showcase Collaboration Generates $12,000 for AVDA Boca Raton, FL – The Leave A Legacy Foundation is proud to announce a donation of $12,000 to Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse (AVDA), made possible by the success of a collaborative dance showcase produced by Boca Dance Studio and ProAm Dance Studio in February. The donation marks a meaningful contribution to AVDA’s mission of offering life-saving services while promoting violence-free, equitable relationships and creating the social changes necessary to end domestic and dating…
ProAm Dance Studio Gives Back to Lifenet4Families Pompano Beach, September 9, 2023 – ProAm Dance Studio is proud to have raised $12,000 through its 501(c)3 Leave A Legacy Foundation for Lifenet4Families, a local organization dedicated to fighting hunger and changing lives. ProAm Dance Studio’s More Than Just Great Dancing!® mission includes supporting their community both inside and outside the classroom. Leave A Legacy Foundation is a unique initiative aimed at raising both funds and awareness for local charities, and offering young dancers a…
The recital is known for creating special memories—both for the dancer and for their family and friends. It is a sentimental moment in time for many parents, watching their child perform in front of an audience! For most of our dance families at ProAm Dance Studio, it marks the closure of one year’s journey in dance and “sets the stage” for the next. After the recital, costumes become special souvenirs, programs become keepsakes, photos become scrapbook centerpieces, and videos often become your household’s…
Beating the Back-to-School Blues “But I’m too tired!” It’s that time of year again! School is back in session and after-school activities abound, meaning “I’m too tired” can become a frequent refrain from the backseat of your car. It’s not uncommon for us to hear about young dancers who fall asleep on the way to class during the first month or so of school. Getting used to a new schedule is not easy! Some children won’t be shy about stating how tired they…
Why Children Need Grit, and How Dance Makes a Difference Gritty people have a growth mindset; they don’t give up. This paraphrased quote is from author Angela Duckworth, who popularized the word “grit” with her famous TED Talk about the power of passion and perseverance. She wasn’t talking specifically about dancers, but she could have been! Children need to develop resilience in order to learn from their experiences and grow into their full potential. This is why we value determination and tenacity so…
You hear a lot these days about social-emotional development in children, especially how important it is for building empathy and meaningful relationships. Social-emotional skills equip our kids with the tools they need to manage their emotions, make friends, and connect to other people on a deeper level. It’s a crucial foundation to their whole health—and a challenge in today’s world of virtual classrooms and masks! But it’s a challenge that can still be met, particularly here at ProAm Dance Studio. A dancer’s learning…
Today’s learning environments are more important than ever before, and dance is no exception! Whether your child is dancing in-person or online, the community they’re building and the connections they’re making are fulfilling important needs. Every child wants to feel like they belong and that they can accomplish great things—and dance helps bring this to life. In our classrooms, we’re going the extra mile to create a safe environment that minimizes risk and maximizes joy! We’ve made changes to our in-person class structure,…
