Thriving in Dance After 30: A Journey of Passion, Progress, and Endless Possibilities
Pursuing hobbies like dance after 30 seems scary. Life can often lead us down paths filled with responsibilities and routines, leaving little room for personal passions. It was no different for me; caught up in the daily grind, I found myself yearning for a spark of inspiration to reignite my love for dance. After years of neglect, a newfound determination emerged, pushing me to break free from the monotony and embrace the joy of movement.
Is it possible to become good at dance after the age of thirty?
“Yes, but…” is the response to this important query. Yes, that is precisely how the response seems. It has two pieces, as you can see. Furthermore, the second section is more significant than the first. Allow me to clarify.
1. Indeed. If you train hard and intelligently, you can become a skilled dancer at any age. It appears simple. Simply attend four dance classes each week. Just incorporate some Pilates and stretches. Simply include a few strength training sessions to ensure that your body appears even better. Additionally, remember to exercise at home.
2. However… It is far harder to put all of the above into practice if you are over 30 than, say, if you are 5. Getting your adult brain to get into this “just do it” attitude is incredibly difficult. Even if you have an easy work, are financially stable, don’t have children, and have lots of leisure time. You don’t have to think much when you’re five years old since your mother merely drives you to dancing class. At thirty you do ponder a lot, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages. Include your motivation, attitude, and outside stimulants (such as “oh, my friends are calling me for a drink!”). Convincing your adult brain to invest so much time, energy, and money in “just a hobby” is a difficult task.
There are plenty of examples of people who started dancing later in life and succeeded. They either improved as dancers or reached the pinnacles. However, this has nothing to do with their skill or any unique physical attributes that they were born with. It concerns this “But…” aspect. the “brain-change” phenomenon.
This is a list of resources to help you succeed in dance and reach your full potential. They have the power to rewire your brain to recognize that dance is what truly defines who you are. And for that reason alone, putting in so much time and work is well worth it.
Assume that having a serious mindset leads to big accomplishments. I understand that your mind always tries to prioritize other things over your pastime. Your mind will say things like, “Work some extra hours to promote yourself, rather than doing those awkward steps at your dance class; running is free, why spend so much time on hiphop warmup.” As if stating that the important aspects of a “normal” life are friends, family, and work. It’s simply a bug problem if there is suddenly dancing on this list.
But hey, what do you know? There’s not a bug. since there isn’t a code. Your priorities can be established anyway you like. Who says you should prioritize your activity last on the list? If you want, attend classes every day. Take your kids to the kitchen and dance. You are not to fault for this. Life is more than just a job, a family, and friends.
Dance isn’t just about the steps you take in class; it’s a journey that involves more than just dance floors. Let me share a quick story that might resonate with you.
Meet a dance enthusiast who, like many of us, got lost in the world of dance videos and classes. However, there came a point when too much dancing felt overwhelming. Constantly comparing themselves to the perfection seen in instagram videos led to self-doubt. Sound familiar?
To find balance, our dancer decided to add something new to their routine:YOGA. It’s about staying fit and giving the mind a break from the dance intricacies. This mix of two different worlds brought a fresh perspective and prevented burnout.
The lesson? Sometimes, exploring other interests alongside your passion can keep the flame alive. Whether it’s a different workout or hobby, it adds variety and ensures you always look forward to hitting the dance floor. Keep it diverse, keep it exciting!