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Tap dancers find it very difficult to do anything other…

“Tap dancers find it very difficult to do anything other than tap if that is all they have been trained in because, again, it's a whole different ballgame that you're constantly working on - bent legs, loose ankles - which you cannot afford to do when you're doing jumps or anything else.” quote by Nigel Lythgoe
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“Tap dancers find it very difficult to do anything other than tap if that is all they have been trained in because, again, it's a whole different ballgame that you're constantly working on - bent legs, loose ankles - which you cannot afford to do when you're doing jumps or anything else.”

Nigel Lythgoe

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Specialized training can limit versatility, making it hard to adapt to new movement demands.

In simple terms: Training in one style can hinder other skills.

Key Takeaway

Broaden your skill set.

Themes

adaptation training physicality

Mood

reflective practical

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • dance auditions
  • cross‑training
  • injury prevention

Key Concepts

motor learning skill transfer

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you diversify your practice?
  • What benefits come from cross‑training?
A Different Perspective

Specialization may reduce overall agility.

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