Dance Personal Statement

At the Academy for Performing Arts, I gained valuable skills that are vital for my future career. As a dance major, physical and mental endurance is required in order to excel in this field. Everyone enrolled in this major has to be strong and be willing to put in extra time to ace the class. One thing that set me apart from most dancers was that I did not have technique. Many dancers started dancing when they were toddlers. When I was accepted I felt out of place. I started dancing three years earlier at the community YMCA,not a real dance studio unlike other dancers. I faced criticism from my teachers. I was embarrassed to dance in front of my classmates, and even had classmates make rude remarks about me. I blamed my parents for not starting my dance classes when I was younger.This negative situation only motivated me to try …show more content…
Throughout my freshman and sophomore year I spent my study periods going to dance co to work on dances that I struggled with. I asked other dancers for help with movements that I was unfamiliar with. I watched videos over and over to get specific details. This determination made me work harder to try and get my grade up. I learned to take initiative and speak up whenever I needed help. Instead of remaining silent, I addressed the issue at the beginning. The hard work paid off when I was notified to join my teacher’s company and even be a dance tutor. As a junior now, many of my classmates and teachers have seen my growth and improvement. This year I even have a solo in our piece at Mainstage. Being a dance major has ultimately forced me to advocate for myself. I’ve learned to interact with individuals that have different opinions and mindsets. It taught me to persevere and keep trying.These skills are essential for my