The month of April is one of the most important month’s of the dance season at Footprints Dance Centre. During April it is essential for our dancers to be motivated, focused and working hard in their classes as we prepare for our recital, exams and competitions. Which is why, our monthly intention for April is FOCUS.

Our monthly intentions are a way to shine a spotlight on the life lessons that dance provides. From creating special bonds between dancers and families, to gratefulness and a growth mindset – it’s our aim to highlight these life lessons to our dancers and dance families. After all, dance is not just about learning how to move your feet, but how to let your heart lead!

What does FOCUS mean to FDC?

It’s no secret that the month of April can be a little overwhelming as the pressure starts to mount for upcoming recitals, exams and competitions. The excitement of starting routines or new syllabi is over as we start to clean and perfect these routines. Keeping our dancers focused on their progress and their goals will help to keep them motivated and excited for class.

Now throw a third-lockdown into that equation… This month we are going to have to overcome a lot of personal, physical and mental struggle for our dancers and our staff. Our goal is to keep our dancers motivated and focused on the progress they have made this year. Our dancers have overcome so much during this crazy dance season from back-and-forth online-to-in-person classes, quarantining due to possible exposure, and the lack of hugs and high fives in the studio too. Our dancers have gone through so much and we want to keep them motivated and focused for their year-end celebration too!

What’s the FOCUS Plan?

Over the course of the month we will host a series of activities and events for all of our dancers inside and out of the studio.

  • Our assistants and teachers have been busy putting together Recital Practice Videos for all of our dancers. Find these videos in the ‘Files’ section of your Parent Portal!
  • Enjoy a break from the Zoom-fatigue during Spring Break April 12-17
  • Our Wingman Week will have our dancers goal setting for their last month at the studio
  • April 26-May 1 is Career Dress Up Week! We want to see what our dancers aspire to be when they grow up!
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  • Our teachers will be on a special lookout for extra focused students. They might just have a little WOW Card to say “Good Work!”