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It’s that time of year! When most Dance Studio Owners want and need to reward their hard-working faculty and staff. But there may be times when funds are a bit tight and you will need to be creative on what …
Getting ready to dance on stage can be so exciting — the costumes, the music, the lights! But for many young dancers, it can also feel a little bit scary. Butterflies in the tummy, shaky hands, and big nerves are …
As business owners we are hyper focused on making sure our customers are happy and how we can keep them coming back year after year. However, what we have found through the 35+ years of running a business is that …
In a world that moves fast and rewards instant results, ballet asks us to do something radical: slow down. Every plié, every tendu, every port de bras is a quiet invitation to be present — not just to the movement, …
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s the perfect time to slow down and help our little dancers reflect on what they’re grateful for — all while keeping them moving, engaged, and full of joy. This special “Thankful for Dance” creative movement lesson …
As dance teachers, we often spend hours planning the perfect combo, fine-tuning transitions, and obsessing over musicality. But here's a truth that many teachers overlook: your energy shapes the entire experience of your class — more than the steps you …
Creativity is the soul of dance. It’s what transforms technique into artistry, and it’s what keeps students engaged, curious, and expressive. But in a world full of choreography to memorize, competitions to prepare for, and classes to get through, creativity …
You’re in the middle of teaching. The music’s playing, your students are following your lead, and everything should feel smooth. But instead, something uncomfortable creeps in — a quiet voice in the back of your mind asking, “Am I really …
In every artist’s origin story, the word passion is usually the first to appear. It’s what lit the fire. It’s what kept us up late in the studio, dreaming about choreography, pushing through bruised feet, or volunteering for one more …
Burnout in dance isn’t reserved for professionals. It can start in the studio long before a student ever steps on stage. As dance teachers, we often focus on pushing our students toward excellence, discipline, and growth—but sometimes, in our efforts …
Teen dancers are at a unique crossroads. They’re not the wide-eyed kids who jump into class full of energy just because it’s fun. But they’re also not yet fully committed adults who’ve chosen dance as a career path. This stage, …
If you’ve run a dance studio for more than a year, you’ve likely felt it—that sudden drop in class sign-ups that makes you question everything. Whether it’s summer vacation, back-to-school chaos, or the post-recital lull, seasonal enrollment slumps can feel …
Teaching dance is a calling that goes far beyond steps, routines, and studio mirrors. It’s a powerful blend of artistry, mentorship, and education — one that requires ongoing dedication, not just to your students, but to your own development as …
It starts quietly. You still show up. You still give corrections. You still smile when your students nail the timing or finally get that tricky combo. But something’s different. Your spark feels… dimmer. And the job that once felt like …
When I think back to the teachers who shaped me most—not just as a dancer, but as a person—I don’t remember every combination they taught. I remember how they made me feel. Heard. Seen. Encouraged. Challenged.
As dance teachers, we often wear a dozen hats: choreographer, mentor, administrator, DJ, costume designer, therapist—and that's before lunch. So when it's time to actually choreograph a piece, it can feel like you're sprinting toward a deadline with a foggy …
