No dancer gets everything right the first time. Or the second. Or the tenth. That’s why feedback is such a vital part of the journey — not to point out what’s wrong, but to guide you toward what’s possible.
At Arabesque School of Performing Arts, we see corrections as something positive: a sign that your teachers believe in you, and a tool to help you grow. Still, it’s completely normal for feedback to feel a bit uncomfortable at times — especially if you’re putting your heart into every move.
So how do you take feedback in a way that builds you up instead of knocking you down? Here’s what we encourage our students to remember.
It’s Not Personal — It’s Directional
Corrections aren’t a judgement of who you are or how hard you’re trying. They’re simply there to help you move forward. Just like a satnav reroutes you when you’ve taken a wrong turn, your teacher’s feedback is simply guiding you toward your best work.
Even professional dancers get corrected — constantly. It’s part of what keeps them improving. If anything, being given feedback means someone sees your potential and wants to help you reach it.
It’s Okay to Feel Disappointed — But Don’t Stay There
If you’ve worked really hard on something and still hear a correction, it’s natural to feel a bit frustrated. That’s human. The key is not to sit in that feeling for too long.
Instead, take a breath, reset, and remind yourself: this is part of learning. Every dancer — no matter how talented — has been in your shoes. Growth comes from being willing to listen and try again.
Corrections Show That You’re Being Noticed
Sometimes dancers feel discouraged when they’re being corrected more than others in class. But often, this means your teacher sees that you’re ready for the next level of detail. They know you can handle more, so they give you more.
Receiving feedback is a sign of trust. Your teacher believes in your ability to apply it — even if it takes time. So if you’re being challenged, take it as a compliment. You’re ready for it.
Not Every Correction Needs to Be Fixed Instantly
Some feedback clicks right away. Other corrections take weeks (or longer) to really sink in — and that’s okay. Improvement isn’t measured by how quickly you apply feedback, but by how consistently you keep working at it.
At Arabesque, we know that progress takes time. That’s why we focus on encouraging steady growth, not perfection. Your effort matters — and it’s always noticed.
Feedback Is Part of Your Success Story
Think of every correction as a stepping stone. One day, something that once felt difficult will feel natural — and it will be because you kept going, kept listening, and kept learning.
If you only ever heard “Well done!” without any feedback, you’d never know how to improve. Feedback is part of the reason dancers grow into confident, capable performers. It’s what helps turn potential into progress.
Want to Dance in a Supportive, Growth-Focused Environment?
If you or your child are looking for a place to learn with kindness, build confidence, and grow through guided feedback, we’d love to welcome you.
Book a trial class at Arabesque School of Performing Arts and discover how corrections can be a powerful part of becoming the dancer you’re meant to be.