From my experiences as both a student and a teacher, what I have come to recognize is that learning the why’s and how’s of technique, composition, history, anatomy, etc, is what ultimately separates the dancer who watches, repeats and may …
Technique is the most crucial aspect of any dance class, we all know that. It is the fundamental foundation of dance which propels a dancers growth, increases flexibility, enhances strength and teaches them essentially, “how to dance.” If our dancers …
One of my biggest pet peeves as a dance teacher is when I see students go “half-at” things; particularly dancers with talent and facility. I often sit back and think to myself, did I ever give off this kind of …
Exciting "How To" Shuffle Flap Combination By Aaron Turner. Aaron has many great videos in the members area. Check out this FREE sample!
When choreographers have a vision, it’s usually about the work in its entirety. The concept. The story. The feelings they hope the movement evokes. That’s what touches the audience and speaks to their soul; the essence and the spirit of …
Here is a great ballet video teaching tip presented by Matthew Powell to help your students improve their pirouettes
Teachers, we have all been in the position where we have taught for dance studios that started off as a wonderful experience; where we have invested a number of years only to discover that at a certain point, it’s time …
Every dancer benefits from inspirational words and sayings which lift their spirit, keep them motivated, reflect a studio's mission and speaks to their dancing soul. Below are some of my favorite, which I've collected over the years which always seem …
As teachers and choreographers of young dancers, we recognize half the battle is getting our dancers to all look synchronized, understand conceptually and physically what we are trying to convey and present clean technique which highlights their strengths. Often times …
We’ve all been there….the time when the ideas just aren’t flowing and we are facing a deadline of ten+ numbers to be choreographed in a matter of weeks...We sit and barrel through trying to find music which inspires us to …
As the season comes to an end, it is important to create a sense of urgency to encourage your current students to sign up for next year's classes before they leave for the summer.
But here is the million dollar question... Do you want more students or more income? I hope the main goal is the latter. Furthermore, if you are in a remote area or in a place that has a lot of …
It’s inevitable. At some point in owning your dance studio a student is going to want to part ways and stop dancing. If you’re lucky, it may happen only a handful of times over the course of your career, but …
Is faculty music selection a constant stress? Do you have to approve all music choices because teachers choose the same music or inappropriate content, music that does not match your recital theme, dated and overdone songs, etc.? How do you …
With just a few more weeks to go, I wanted to share a few reminders that can transcend your year-end shows from “nice, little dances” to “professional caliber performances!” It’s easy to let things slip by whether it be with …
