Most dancers like the idea of having a good arabesque line but very often in their effort to produce this, the body becomes slightly distorted and out of line which thoroughly defeats their original purpose. So often the basic principles …
I’ve been teaching a long time.I’ve taught at a lot of studios in a lot of different environments. For the most part, the majority of my employers have been very hands-off in terms of my choreography. I always hoped that …
They are your life and blood. Without them you can all but throw the towel in because there's no hope of ever having a successful business. Customers are the life blood for any studio. You can spend years and a …
When people think about a dance teacher, I imagine that they think we just teach dance. Technique, steps and choreography all are part and parcel of what we do. But those of us who are involved in the industry know …
(Time management, goal setting and record tracking)
You’re students have just received the email. They've been accepted to a premier summer dance intensive. This acceptance means so much—the student has enough talent to attend and he or she must be ready to endure the rigors of such …
I have written about this subject in the past but it is a topic I feel very strongly about. If you are looking to increase business, brand and customer awareness then building connections with other businesses in your area is …
You’re students have just received the email. They've been accepted to a premier summer dance intensive. This acceptance means so much—the student has enough talent to attend and he or she must be ready to endure the rigors of such …
No matter where my son, Julian, has danced, most often he has been one of just a handful of boys—if that. Dance studios seem to have a difficult time attracting…and keeping…young male dancers.
It is no surprise to learn that, if you are running one or more of the many kids’ activity centers in the United States, there is a massive amount of competition on the Internet. In fact, as of November 1, …
When I was a young dancer studying in England and then New York, I was introduced to Isolation work by my first Jazz teacher, a gentleman by the name of Ivor Meggido. Ivor used isolation work in his warm ups …
Spring recitals are coming up, so how can we help our very young dancers to be able to enjoy performances rather than dread them? Some children are born performers and it doesn’t faze them at all to get out on …
Impossible is Just a Word
Pain may sometimes be the reason why people change. Getting fired or having issues with your studio owner or school can be a real wake up call for some. Being humiliated or rebuked for something we did or didn’t do …
As a dance teacher, the most important thing you need to receive from your students is respect. Without it they will not listen as well, take your corrections as well and follow your lead as well. Good leadership is the …
Winter means shorter days and longer nights in twinkling lights! Whether you’re in low light, candlelight or the spotlight it’s time to highlight and these tips will make sure you or your students look dazzling!
