1. 5 Benefits of Dance for Teenagers

    At Castle Rock Dance Academy, we offer a variety of dance classes for tween and teenage dancers of all skill levels. Whether your teenager is already involved in classes at our dance studio, or they’re looking for a fun new activity to get involved in, they are sure to enjoy many benefits from this exciting art form. In this blog post, we discuss five benefits of dance for teens and tweens. Read…Read More

  2. How Dance Classes Can Improve Your Child’s Health

    It’s no secret that children love to dance. From toddlers swaying to the beat of a song to school-agers making up their own routines for fun, we’ve all seen how natural dancing can come to kids of all ages. But did you know that dance classes and consistent practice are also great for your kiddo’s health?  Physical Development No matter what age range, dance is beneficial to the body. Becau…Read More

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    How To Avoid An Injury While Dancing

    Dancing is a rigorous and demanding sport, especially for kids who are just being introduced to it. Although most child-based dance techniques don’t involve the kind of twisting and turning you see in the more competitive side of the sport, young people still need to be careful in order to avoid injury. The dance classes at Castle Rock Dance Academy are geared towards kids of all ages who may be…Read More

  4. The Lost Art Form of Dance

    Most of us like to watch old movies, and probably historical pieces as well. Movies such as Gone with the Wind, The Sound of Music, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers are classic movies that we all know and love. They have great tales that are timeless with life lessons that still apply today. However, these movies also feature one thing we rarely see nowadays and that’s dancing. We watch these…Read More

  5. An Introduction to Ballet Terminology

    If you’ve never taken ballet lessons before, you can become confused by the terminology used to describe the intricate moves ballet dancers perform. Castle Rock Dance Academy is the best dance studio for kids located in beautiful Castle Rock, Colorado. We offer a variety of dance classes for kids, including ballet, tap, jazz, musical theatre, and hip hop. Our mission is to promote a love of danc…Read More

  6. All About Children’s Jazz Dance

    Thinking about enrolling your child in a dance class, but don’t know where to start? At Castle Rock Dance Academy, we offer an array of children’s dance classes at our dance studio in Colorado. Our children’s jazz dance class is a favorite among parents and kids because it allows our little dancers to develop their own individual style of dance. The word “jazz” was initially applied to a…Read More

  7. Why You Should Enroll Your Child In A Ballet Class

    Has your child expressed an interest in dance? Does your daughter love to hop around the house in her fluffy pink tutu? If so, you may want to consider enrolling your son or daughter in a children’s ballet dance class at Castle Rock Dance Academy. Enrolling your little one in a ballet class has many benefits. Ballet classes promote agility and physical strength, while also helping children learn…Read More

  8. Purchasing Dance Costumes

    Having your child in a sport comes with the general understanding that you’ll end up having to spend some money on their uniform or costume. Dance is no different, but, with the variation of dance classes that there are, there are a few different costumes that you’ll have to plan on purchasing. Our blog post today is going to give you a better idea of what cost you can expect to see for a rang…Read More

  9. Muscles Ballet Will Strengthen

    Ballet is certainly one of the classes where children will learn much more than simply how to dance. They will gain poise, grace, dedication and so much more. It is truly one of the most challenging and rewarding forms of dance for anyone to learn. This will always be the case, but it isn’t where the benefits of ballet stop. A huge benefit to practicing this form of dance is that it strengthens …Read More

  10. Summer and Fall Dance Classes

    While we are taking the summer off of our regular school year class schedule, we do offer some fun dance classes to help your child stay busy, keep moving, and have fun with other kids during their summer break. It’s so important to keep your child occupied during the summer with activities that will enrich their whole lives. Sure, it’s great to burn off energy, but we think that dance camp al…Read More