• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
GO TO EXPAT LIVING SINGAPORE
GET OUR NEWSLETTER

Expat Living Hong Kong HomepageExpat Living Hong Kong

Moving to Hong Kong and not sure where to start? Expat Living is the essential lifestyle guide to living in Hong Kong.

Menu
  • Living In Hong Kong
      • Living Here
      • Where To Live
      • Schools
      • For Guys
        • Image of Chinese characters for article on tips for learning Mandarin Chinese languageSix steps to a magical Mandarin Story
        • International Women’s Day: Nominate Someone Special
        • Helping our communities learn to swim
        • Sailing in Hong Kong - inclusive sailing courses by charity SailabilityMaking sailing accessible to everyone
      • View all
    Close
  • Things To Do
      • Things To Do
      • What’s On/Calendar
      • Competitions & Offers
        • KidsFest 2023 Hong Kong - Tabby McTatTop 35 Best Things To Do In Hong Kong This Weekend
        • 6 super reasons to visit sky100
        • Best playgrounds & parks for the kids
        • What to watch this month – Netflix & more!
      • View all
    Close
  • Kids
      • Activities & Things To Do
      • Education & Enrichment
      • Health & Wellness
      • Mums & Babies
      • Podcasts
        • We chat with two GSIS families
        • A boarding school with wildlife on the doorstep!
        • Children's teeth and bracesKids and braces – all you need to know
        • Child reading for web article on Books and Brains - helping children with reading and phonicsHelp for children struggling with reading
      • View all
    Close
  • Homes
      • Home Décor
      • Readers Homes
        • A New Home in The New Territories
        • Transforming an old Hong Kong junk
        • Image of Altfield home furnishings showroomWhere to get designer home furnishings
        • Hong Kong People: Meet Laura Pezza
      • View all
    Close
  • Travel
      • Short Breaks
      • Further Afield
      • Travel News & Offers
        • Sequoia Lodge, AustraliaTravel Tips: Hot hotels for 2023
        • Mount KinabuluClimbing Mount Kinabalu in Sabah
        • Son Doong CaveJourney into the world’s largest cave
        • Famous movie locations in Asia - Hong Kong - Gage Street8 Famous Movie Locations in Asia
      • View all
    Close
  • Wine & Dine
      • Recipes & Groceries
      • Bars & Restaurants
        • 6 super reasons to visit sky100
        • Popcorn Shrimp with Spicy Honey Mayo
        • Indulgent chocolate cake - recipeRecipe: Indulgent Chocolate Cake
        • Spicy Asian Coleslaw - recipeRecipe: Spicy Asian Coleslaw
      • View all
    Close
  • Style & Beauty
      • Fashion
      • Hair & Beauty
        • where to get botox in hong kongBotox in Hong Kong – All you need to know
        • Where to buy (and sell!) watches
        • Face masks, spa products, body scrubsWe test body scrubs, creams, masks & more!
        • Hong Kong Spas - Spa at Four Seasons Hong Kong - facial and body treatmentTried and Tested: 2 Luxury Spa Treatments
      • View all
    Close
  • Health & Fitness
      • Medical & Dental
      • Fitness
      • Wellness
        • family dental clinics and dentists in Hong KongFamily Dental Clinics and Dentists in HK
        • Children's teeth and bracesKids and braces – all you need to know
        • Safe & healthy eating during pregnancy
        • Couples therapy for divorce and separation, MindNLife Hong KongDivorce: how to break up with dignity
      • View all
    Close
  • Shop
    • Magazine
    • Advertise With Us
    • Close

The benefits of learning to dance

21 May, 2021 by Expat Living 1 Min Read

https://expatliving.hk/dance-classes-hong-kong-benefits-island-dance/

Thinking about enrolling your little one(s) in dance classes in Hong Kong? They are sure to have lots of fun. But did you know that learning to dance has many benefits for children’s mental as well as physical development? We speak to Madhu Kashyap, founder of Hong Kong dance studio, Island Dance to find out more.

Dance friends are forever friends

We all know that dance is great for the body, but what impact can it have on young minds? “Dance is about more than just physical movement,” says Madhu. “It’s about making friends, overcoming fears, and finding a way to express our feelings and share creative ideas in a supportive environment. And, for some young kids, dance changes lives. It’s everything!”

Island Dance has been bringing young dancers together for over 25 years. It’s now established as one of the city’s most sought-after studios, holding amateur performances at public events including Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, AIA Central Harbourfront Carnival, and even in Hong Kong’s famous Cathay Pacific Chinese New Year Night Parade.

Dance classes in Hong Kong for kids -Island Dance CNY
Island Dance group - classes for kids in Hong Kong
Kids' dance classes - Island Dance Hong Kong

These performance opportunities are life-changing – just ask senior Island Dance student Christy Cheung. Christy says having the chance to perform in the CNY Night Parade was an extraordinary event. “It was such an eye-opening, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” she says. “It taught us to be humble and grateful for such an incredible experience.”

These opportunities to perform at Hong Kong’s prestigious events are only one element in Christy’s love affair with the Island Dance community. “The friendships I’ve formed are incredible. We always have each other’s backs and I’m proud to say that my dance friends are the most supportive, sweetest and most genuine individuals I’ve ever met.” For a final word, she adds: “As Ms Tia once said when she first taught our elite team, ‘Some friends are whatever, but dance friends are forever.’”

For more information on the range of dance classes available at Island Dance Hong Kong, visit islanddance.com.hk.

 

Like this? See more in our Kids section

Categories: Education & Enrichment Kids Tags: Dance classes Dance lessons Island Dance Kids Things to do with kids

Get the latest events, stories and special offers
sent to your inbox.

By signing up, you'll receive our bimonthly newsletters and offers, which you can unsubscribe to anytime.

You May Also Like

A boarding school with wildlife on the doorstep!

A Day in the Life of a Boarder at MCM

Pregancy in Hong Kong - maternity care at Matilda International Hospital

Pregnant in HK? What you need to know

Primary Sidebar

  • COMPETITIONS & OFFERS
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
  • Privacy
  • Subscribe

© 2023 Expat Living Hong Kong, All Rights Reserved.