Art & stories
What does a
dancer do?
Performs and creates movement for audiences.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Trains daily, rehearses, performs, and cares for the body to stay healthy.
Skills to practise
Discipline, rhythm, teamwork.
How to explore this path
Many years of training from a young age.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Dancer connects with Music, Physical Education. You may enjoy this work if you like creative, with people.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Make a 30-second dance routine to your favourite music.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Dancers tell stories and share feelings through movement.
What helps?
Practising daily and loving music.
Learning about the path
You train for many years.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?