The stage was set, the lights all up, and the music started. All eyes were on me as I took the stage, ready to perform. The stage brings me comfort as soon as I walked on. The stage who has been to all my performances, seen all my flaws, and is still so unjudging. On cue I began my dance, matching each step to the beat of the music. Black silk flowed over my body which served as a canvas for my art. My heart, racing along with the music; my body, obeying my every command and perfectly completing each step of the routine like a well oiled machine. My hours of practice were finally paying off. The smooth wood floor allowed me to glide across the stage beautifully. As the music came to an end I made my dissent and took my last step. I heard the crowd applaud yet I am blinded by the lights and only see darkness. I felt alone, only the stage and myself. None the less I knew my parents were somewhere out there among the crowd feeling proud of their little girl. Ever since I was small dance has been my hobby, because dance allows me to express myself.
Music has always been a large part of my life. I took piano lessons since 3rd grade and absolutely loved the way music made me feel inside. Since we were young my siblings and I’d dance around and sing, having a good time. My mother took video tapes of our made up dance performances in the living room. I loved the way we made her smile as she watched us prance around the house. I associate dancing with the feeling of joy and freedom, being able to move in whatever feels good. When I was happy, angry, sad, confused, I let my emotions all out through my dancing. Dancing made me feel strong and worth being noticed. Taking dance lessons was the obvious next step I had to take if I ever wanted to pursue what I loved. Growing up everyone had their sports, art, music that they were into. I had dance to keep me going and be stable when life got hectic. I’ve never felt happier than when dancing, which is why my hobby is so important to me.
Having dance as a hobby is not only fun, but is also healthy. Dancing is a form of exercise disguised as beautiful art. Without dance I wouldn't get much of any other type of exercise. I take pride in taking care of my body and being healthy. With the help of my mothers cooking I try to stick to foods that are good for my body. Diet is important when maintaining a healthy body, but I also participate in Zumba classes. My class lasts an hour a day and teaches me new dance moves while also giving me a full body workout. One thing that keeps me going is that I have great endurance. No matter how hard I get pushed in dance, I will keep going. At times I’d be working on dance and wanting to collapse, but I’d stick through to the very end. Through dance I have been able to inspire my family and friends to get active. I also proved that exercise can be fun and enjoyable. Why suffer through the hard exercise when you can have a blast. I’m glad to know that dancing will always be there for me to strengthen me physically, and emotionally.
Dance completes my life with giving me the opportunity to express my self, and keep fit. Ive never felt more alive than through dance and dancing definitely makes me happier in life. Its a joy to make new friends through dance class and make lasting relationships with girls that share the same passion. People finding something they love in life is one of the greatest and most important task of all. Having a hobby can bring out the best in someone and make their lives that much better. These different hobbies make each of us unique and can define who we are. Having a hobby is not only fun, but having one can help you discover what you love in life and can lead to finding one’s future career. Everyone needs an activity that they excel at, or even something they love to do despite the level of ability. I love dance and hope to continue to find joy through such a unique form of art.
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