When it comes to helping children with autism, new studies show encouraging results for dance/movement therapy (DMT). For many years, autism was grossly misdiagnosed by medical practitioners. Treatments for autism were, therefore, the subject of relatively little study until quite recently. Finding effective therapies for autistic children, is an area …
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Is your kid just starting out in the dance world at age 3? Are they already seasoned performers in high school? No need to worry because they can benefit from learning how to use props in their performances. Dancers may employ various props, including but not limited to hats, umbrellas, …
They say that ‘dancing is good for the soul.’ Research shows that dancing can spark a better mood, increase stamina, and improve brain function. Children learn self-motivation and perseverance. Dancing at hip-hop dance studios in Miami encourages kids to experiment with different paths, especially concerning problem-solving. It is vital for …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas time is a time to celebrate. The sweetest of holiday traditions is back! Little Marie’s dream comes alive in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, and you are all invited to her fantastic and enchanted party! Marvel at MCB’s production with a magical …
For autistic children, especially those who are nonverbal, dance therapy for autism is an incredibly effective program. The dancers communicate with their bodies rather than words. Young autistic children may not be able to express themselves verbally, but the body can communicate through movement. Without pressuring them to talk, you …
Dancing is as old as human civilization. It dates back thousands of years and has allowed people to express themselves through the movement of their bodies which is great for both exercise and happiness. At Miami Dance Project, we can answer the question, ‘what is acro dance,’ because we offer …
Music has been known to exert a powerful influence on human beings. It can boost memory, lighten one’s mood, build task endurance and reduce depression and anxiety. The health benefits of music are unbelievable, and activity increases when you have an emotional connection to the music you’re listening to. That’s …
Autism Spectrum Disorder – ASD, is typically characterized by a neurodevelopmental disorder with repetitive and stereotyped behaviors. Dancing can significantly benefit children with autism as it elicits aesthesia that stimulates communication. This is done through a notion of the phenomenal body recognized through dance’s symbolic and expressive nature. At the …
I always say that I was introduced to dance through salsa, bachata and merengue in Miami. My early formal training came in the form of after-school programs and the magnet dance program at South Miami Middle School. It wasn’t until I was in eighth grade (four years after my first …
