Nácvik

Nácvik is a Czech noun meaning the act or process of practicing, drilling, or rehearsing to achieve proficiency. It stems from the verb nacvičit (to rehearse, to train) and is used across contexts where repeated performance of movements or sequences is required. In ordinary speech it denotes a structured period of training aimed at mastering skills before public presentation or competition.

Common contexts for nácvik include music, theatre, dance, sports and military training. In music, nácvik refers to the focused practice of passages, tempos, or ensembles; in theatre and dance, it describes the repeated working through choreography, blocking, or cues. In sports, nácvik covers drills and tactical repetitions that build coordination and timing. In education and professional settings, it can describe the deliberate preparation for a task or performance.

Nácvik is often contrasted with zkouška, which is a rehearsal or run-through intended for evaluation or public presentation. While nácvik concentrates on skill acquisition and internal familiarity, zkouška typically involves showing the work to an audience or supervisor and assessing readiness.

Typical methods of nácvik include breaking complex material into smaller sections, practicing with metronomes or playback, repetitive drilling to build muscle memory, gradual increases in tempo, and feedback from instructors. The process aims to improve accuracy, timing, coordination, and confidence, and may occur in staged phases from initial learning to final polish before a performance or competition.