GYMNASTICS OR DANCE—WHICH IS BETTER FOR KIDS?

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• Diving Deeper Gymnastics vs. Dance for Kids

• Give Your Child theGift of Dance

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• Physical Development

Gymnastics Dance
Focuses on building upper body and core strength for maneuvers like flips and balances. Builds overall strength, with a focus on leg power and flexibility (jumps and turns).
It also improves coordination and proprioception (body awareness) to land safely. Different styles emphasize different muscle groups (e.g., ballet uses strong legs and core, hip hop uses isolations and coordination).
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• Focus and Learning Style

Gymnastics Dance
More structured and technique-driven More creative and expressive
Emphasizes precision and form Focuses on interpretation, storytelling, and emotions through movement
Learn specific skills in a step-by-step manner Learn routines and choreography
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• Social Interaction

Gymnastics Dance
Can be more individual, especially in competition settings. Often has a strong social element.
Many gyms offer group classes with a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork. Dancers often learn routines in groups and perform together, fostering teamwork and friendships.
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• Age and Flexibility

Gymnastics Dance
Typically starts younger (5-6 years old) Can be enjoyed at any age (wider variety of styles)
Builds foundational strength and flexibility for advanced skills. This allows for a more flexible starting point.
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• Choosing the Right Activity

• Your child's personality
• Outgoing and expressive? Dance might be a good
  fit.
• Quieter and enjoys individual challenges?
  Gymnastics could be a good option.
• Your child's interests
• Does your child love music and moving their body
  to a beat? Dance is a natural choice.
• Do they enjoy climbing and conquering challenges?
  Gymnastics might be more appealing.

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• Choosing the Right Activity

• Your schedule and budget
• Time commitment Both require similar practice
  schedules.
• Cost Gymnastics typically requires leotards and
  sometimes grips. Dance can involve more expensive
  costumes depending on the style.
• Many gyms and dance studios offer introductory
  classes. Seeing which activity sparks more joy
  and engagement will be the best indicator of
  their preference.

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• Contact us

• Vaughan Studio

• Etobicoke Studio

Etobicoke Studio

• 331 Cityview Blvd., Unit 2 Vaughan, ON
• L4H 3M3

• 37 Advance Rd., Suite 104
• Etobicoke, ON
• M8Z 2S6

124 Cartwright Ave. North York, ON M6A 1V2

• 905-856-1030

• 647-640-5010

647 262-1550

• info_at_pdayorkdale.ca

info_at_pdato.ca

• info_at_performingdancearts.ca

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• Thank you