When we think of mindfulness, we usually think of it as quiet time or meditation – but did you know that performing arts can be a brilliant way for children to practise mindfulness too?
At Jigsaw Arts, we encourage our students to focus fully in the moment – whether they’re learning a new dance routine, learning challenging harmonies in their singing class, or creating a piece of improvised art in drama. Performing arts requires attention, awareness, and presence. It teaches children to tune into their breath, their bodies, and their emotions in all three of our disciplines.
Everyday life is filled with constant stimulation, that we often need a space to slow down and reconnect – not by being still, but by being creatively engaged. Performing Arts allows children to focus their energy into something positive and that sparks the imagination. And it’s fun, too!
Our weekend classes promote confidence building, and also support emotion regulation. When children are given tools to express themselves and focus their energy in a supportive environment, they walk away feeling more balanced and refreshed.
While we might not call Performing Arts “meditation,” the joy and focus of it can be just as powerful – helping children to grow not just as performers, but as mindful and present individuals.
Book your child a two-week-trial to come and join us at Jigsaw Bushey this Autumn term!