Young dancers' attitudes towards developing creativity in dance sport training

Abstract

<p>Aim of the study: The aim of the study was to investigate the attitudes of young dancers towards creativity development in dance sport. </p> Methods: literature review, semi-structured interview, reflection. </p> Results: The results of the study showed that fostering creativity in the teaching of dance sport is very important. It can be said that the development of creativity in young dancers was perceived as a long-term and dynamic process. The main methods presented by the dancers were: a series of dance classes on the theme of creativity, creative tasks, celebrations, events, competitions. It is also very important for the dancers to emphasise the need for continuous creation and experimentation, as creativity is not only the ability to create, but also a process that is combined with continuous improvement and openness to new ideas. Teachers also need to encourage and support their students in order for continuous growth to take place. Long-term goals need to be set and students need to be constantly inspired and given many examples to inspire them. Creativity development in dance classes was seen as very important because it helps students to realise that creativity is a process that is ongoing and requires effort and openness to new ideas. </p> Conclusions: Methods of fostering creativity used by teachers in dance sport classes include creating a safe environment, giving freedom to experiment, encouraging students' personal uniqueness and providing opportunities to create and interpret dance moves, and often taking students to dance competitions. It is essential to provide a variety of creative tasks, workshops and to keep dancers motivated to create and experiment. </p>