Pedagogical approaches to enhancing motor qualities for DanceSport athletes at the stage of specialized basic training

Abstract

This article examines the problem of improving the physical preparation of DanceSport athletes at the stage of specialized basic training. An analysis of contemporary scientific sources, specialized literature, and practical experience has shown that the traditional methodology of teaching competitive programs, which relies mainly on repeated execution of technical-tactical actions, does not always ensure the targeted development of leading motor qualities. It was established that the activity of competitive pairs requires a high level of speed-strength abilities, static endurance, coordination skills, as well as attention, memory, and emotional stability. The purpose of the study was to develop and test a comprehensive program of physical preparation for young DanceSport athletes aged 10–11. The methodology included the analysis of scientific and methodological sources, documentary materials, pedagogical observation, and testing. A pedagogical experiment was conducted with 40 children divided into control and experimental groups. The control group trained according to traditional methods, while the experimental group followed the comprehensive physical training program. The results of the experiment demonstrated statistically significant improvements (p<0.05) in strength, endurance, flexibility, speed-strength abilities, and coordination skills in the athletes of the experimental group compared to the control group. Additionally, positive changes were recorded in functional indicators of the respiratory system (vital lung capacity, vital index) and in the Ruffier test results. The proposed program contributes to raising the level of physical readiness of young athletes, optimizing the training process, and reducing the risk of injury. The practical significance of the study lies in the possibility of applying the developed organizational and methodological recommendations in training activities, coach education, and the teaching of specialized disciplines. Prospects for further research are associated with the integration of physical and psychological preparation, the use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, and the development of differentiated programs tailored to athletes’ individual predispositions.