Calming Nerves Before the Dance Recital
It’s normal for dancers to feel a little nervous before a dance recital. It isn’t surprising, considering they are performing in front of a group of strangers, family and friends. It is hard to not be nervous, but there are some things that can help little dancers calm down before and on the big day.
Find ways to distract them through out the week so they don’t worry too much about it. Say something encouraging when they bring up their fears, such as letting them know that you know they will do a great job at the performance. Then change the topic of the conversation, or find another activity to help ease their mind off of their nervousness.
Have them practice, practice, practice. The more practice they do the more confident they will become in their dance routine. It will also give them an activity to do that will actually help them at the time of the recital.
Have them say a mantra to themselves repeatedly throughout the week. Some good ideas are “I can do this” or “I am a great dancer”. Positive reinforcement can go a long way with helping calm nerves, because if repeated enough one starts to believe it.
Have them dress up in their costumes at home. Dress rehearsals are a good way for them to get a feel of how the recital will go, and get comfortable with dressing in their costume. It will help calm the jitters of the big day because they have already done it before.
Arrive to the performance early. Make plans ahead of time to give yourself plenty of time to get to the recital. Things can get very stressful when you are already running late.
Walk them up on stage. They may need the extra assurance only a parent can give them. If they are nervous you can stand with them backstage and give them an encouraging hug right before they have to go on.
Finally, remind them that they aren’t alone out there. They won’t be the only nervous dancer out there. Thankfully, even if they do make a mistake or two in the dance routine, the audience is unaware of the choreography and will more than likely not even notice if one is made.
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