Hard work in the classroom and at rehearsals will produce confidence. Muscles have memory, and will automatically perform skills to perfection when practiced over and over again. Because of increased flexibility and strength, resulting from hours at the barre, the dancer will flourish on stage. With repetition, the floor pattern and spacing will also appear effortless.

Perseverance is required to produce confidence in a dancer. Performers must have a sense of tenacity and continue to move forward toward their goals. If a dancer has difficulty learning a piece, they should press on and never quit. This kind of determination is sure to produce consistency in dance routines, which will yield a powerful, confident and memorable performance.

Positive reinforcement from family, friends and teachers will yield incredible confidence. Knowing that others respect and admire your artistic talents, will catapult you to a feeling of certainty, in which you can excel. When one has doubts, remembering the encouraging words that others have spoken will inspire confidence.

The very love of dance will cause you to overflow with confidence. The audience cannot help but feel the joy bubble up inside you. Your face will glow like a harvest moon, and you will stand out among any group of dancers. As your adrenaline flows, you will leap higher, and perform with more precision.

A determined mind will exude confidence. A strong-willed dancer can see the task ahead and march with courage to a conclusion. You never know what technical difficulties may arise during a performance. I have seen all the stage and house lights go on simultaneously during a performance.   The dancer continued as if nothing had happened and at the end of her dance the audience stood up and showed their appreciation by their hearty applause. So, expect the unexpected, and have the fortitude to prevail.

Lastly, confidence must come from the performer's soul. Because it comes from the dancer's deepest emotions, it appears like an old friend, trustworthy and true. This poise that the dancer portrays reflects the confidence that has been mastered. So, keep your head up, dance from your heart, and enjoy the experience. Then you can be sure that the audience will enjoy it too.

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