Cheer, Dance and Tumbling requires a lot of physical activity, and this can put stress on your child’s bones and joints.
Even with the support of specialized footwear your child needs much more protection than that. So the first thing to
know is if the studio has invested in what is known as “Floating Floors”. You see, regular floors are just some vinyl or
wood over cement, which are hard and transfer all your child’s movements back thru their body, which causes injury and
fatigue. But, floating floors are built with many layers including foam blocks, even springs, to provide real support. This
means that floating floors reduce the risk of damage to your child’s joints and bones so they can perform longer and
your child has a much happier experience as a result.
At K.C.’s Dance and Cheer Center, we have “Marley” floors in our dance studios, which are made with a special com-
posite vinyl built on deep foam pads that reduce stress and prevent injuries. These are the same types of professional
floors used at the Royal Academy of Dance in London, England, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and even the show “River
dance”. Plus, for Cheer and Tumbling, we have spring floors, built to flex with your child’s movements and both these
types of flooring show our commitment to your child’s health and safety and maximum enjoyment!
