Katie Mecham-
1.) Why did you make the decision to work with youth (in particularly, becoming involved with PBD)?
Brent and I have always felt that we should find a way to be involved in the community. When we found PBD, it was the perfect mix of community, exercise, artistry, and something we both love to do. Working with youth is an amazing opportunity to influence young lives when they are at a stage of making important life decisions. They are old enough to comprehend their actions and consequences, and they can see the result of the effort they put toward a common goal. It is very rewarding to see students/youth discover something they can do for the rest of their lives, and to see the feeling of accomplishment they get when they exceed their potential.
2.) How do you think one could (particularly me) help advertise for our dance program? -What information besides these answers, pictures and statistics of youth's fitness today would you advise (or if you have direct things you would like) me to put on this page? -How would you suggest one could begin to get involved in our program? Any previous preparation, etc...?
Advertising is very tricky. To this point, we have relied heavily on word of mouth to recruit for our program. Something that I think we have not tapped yet is recruiting specifically in local schools. We have found that for people to understand what PBD is and does, they need to see us in action. So I think pictures and video speak much louder than words. Student and parent testimonials are also very effective. You don't really need any previous requirements to start our program. Any experience you have in dance is obviously a plus.
3.) How do you think participating in ballroom will build the personal and physical qualities that youth lack today?
Ballroom is truly unique in that it builds a whole person. It is a very physical sport that tones the muscles and exercises the heart. But it also teaches great skills like leadership, dedication, self- confidence, manners, healthy social interaction, and appreciation of great artistry & music. I think people are often surprised at how their involvement in ballroom dance develops the entire body & mind. Many of these things are not openly emphasized or taught in homes or school today, so youth miss out on the opportunity to cultivate these qualities.
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Interview of Christine France for my senior project
Christine France-
1.) Why did you make the decision to work with youth (in particularly, becoming involved with PBD)?
I have always enjoyed working with youth. Especially teaching dance. I decided to join PBD because of my love for dance and my desire to share it with pretty much anyone who is interested in learning to dance. And this was my opportunity to do what I love. I have found that youth in particular have a new found vibrance about them when they learn to dance.
2.) How do you think one could (particularly me) help advertise for our dance program? Basic ways of communication, posters, internet, announcements, word of mouth.
-What information besides these answers, pictures and statistics of youth's fitness today would you advise (or if you have direct things you would like) me to put on this page? Maybe ways to get started in physical fitness. Maybe ideas in basic movement. Beginning with stretching, rhythm, dance vocabulary. For instance, you can't teach someone to drive a car unless they know the details of what they're driving. They may be able to turn the key, but if they don't know where the brake is they really shouldn't step on the gas. I hope that made sense.
-How would you suggest one could begin to get involved in our program? Any previous preparation, etc...? To begin to get involved in our program you simply need to have the desire to dance and the commitment to stick with it. From there it's really up to you how far you want to go. How hard you want to work.
3.) How do you think participating in ballroom will build the personal and physical qualities that youth lack today? Ballroom dance teaches much more that how to dance. Physically, it stretches the body, increases cardiovascular health, balance, coordination, strength. Things youth lack today. Personally, it builds character, self esteem, appreciation for others, reliance, self worth, commitment, respect for self and others. Things youth lack today.
1.) Why did you make the decision to work with youth (in particularly, becoming involved with PBD)?
I have always enjoyed working with youth. Especially teaching dance. I decided to join PBD because of my love for dance and my desire to share it with pretty much anyone who is interested in learning to dance. And this was my opportunity to do what I love. I have found that youth in particular have a new found vibrance about them when they learn to dance.
2.) How do you think one could (particularly me) help advertise for our dance program? Basic ways of communication, posters, internet, announcements, word of mouth.
-What information besides these answers, pictures and statistics of youth's fitness today would you advise (or if you have direct things you would like) me to put on this page? Maybe ways to get started in physical fitness. Maybe ideas in basic movement. Beginning with stretching, rhythm, dance vocabulary. For instance, you can't teach someone to drive a car unless they know the details of what they're driving. They may be able to turn the key, but if they don't know where the brake is they really shouldn't step on the gas. I hope that made sense.
-How would you suggest one could begin to get involved in our program? Any previous preparation, etc...? To begin to get involved in our program you simply need to have the desire to dance and the commitment to stick with it. From there it's really up to you how far you want to go. How hard you want to work.
3.) How do you think participating in ballroom will build the personal and physical qualities that youth lack today? Ballroom dance teaches much more that how to dance. Physically, it stretches the body, increases cardiovascular health, balance, coordination, strength. Things youth lack today. Personally, it builds character, self esteem, appreciation for others, reliance, self worth, commitment, respect for self and others. Things youth lack today.
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