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WHY 'BASIC' TECHNIQUE ISN'T SO BASIC

The basics aren’t so basic anymore. Somewhere along the line, many young dancers have been showcasing a lack of knowledge for the fundamentals to which many other building blocks are added upon.....

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Dance Studio Owners: You Can't Please Everyone!

Yes this is an old saying, BUT most people hear or read this but most do not really apply this fact in life. Check out these great tips that you can apply at your studio right away

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DIPLOMATIC APPROACHES WHEN DEALING WITH STUDIO PARENTS

Let’s be honest. Keeping our students and their parents happy is essential to creating and maintaining a flourishing dance studio business. In order to thrive in an industry where your competition is virtually a few doors down, it’s difficult to …

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Goal-Setting Questions For Dance Studio Owners

As we set out to start another season and enjoy the last bits of summer, now is a great time to sit back and reflect on what your studio goals are for the upcoming year. Whether you are a brand …

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PROGRESS TAKES PATIENCE

Progress is an evolution. Like evolution, it takes time to develop, morph, transition, transform and grow. It might be a harder concept to parlay for students these days with instant gratification being so readily accessible at one’s finger tips....

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The Dance Studio Owner Story

In June we celebrated our 36th year as studio owners and we gave pause and reflected on the journey we have taken. It dawned on us that each year was like the chapter in a great book. This book has …

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HOW DOES FOCUS ENHANCE CHOREOGRAPHY

Often times we see pieces and wonder what sets them apart from others. What gives them that magical, slight edge of polished nuance compared to others? I often harp on the notion with my dancers that it really is not …

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DEALING WITH FORMER STUDENTS WHO BAD MOUTH YOUR STUDIO

It can be a tough pill to swallow when a student who has been with you for quite some time decides to leave your dance studio. On the other hand, it can also feel like a huge relief when that …

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Dance Studio Owners: Get Organized This Summer!

Summer will soon be over but now is the time to get super organized by establishing a plan. Prioritize your list, set a date with yourself and identify your motivation. Then all you have to do is follow these easy …

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Deciding on Guest Teachers & Choreographers

Bringing in master classes, workshops or guest choreographers for your students can be a wonderful experience for a number of reasons. While the in-house faculty you hand select should be a group of teachers who consistently challenge your students, raise …

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The #1 Lesson For A Successful Studio Environment

As dance teachers, we are often thinking about our choreography, our warm-ups and our across the floor and center combos before the day’s classes commence. Over the course of a season we exhaust ourselves trying to be creative and think …

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Sometimes You Don’t Have All of the Answers and That’s Ok!

Time, time, time is on my side. Yes it is! Rolling Stones There are times when we can learn a lot from the lyrics of a song. Time is on your side when you are faced with a situation that …

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IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR TEACHING CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Those with the calling, talent & patience to teach dance to toddlers will tell you it requires a skill set all its own. A special, dedicated subgroup of dance teachers, the knowledge and training necessary to teach these little's while …

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BEGINNER MODERN DANCE CENTER WARM-UP

You’ve asked and we’re here to help! I’m sharing a sampling of my beginner modern lesson plan for those of you that are interested in adding modern technique to your curriculum. Remember, this is a template to get your started …

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5 Important Tips for Dance Teachers to Have A Great New Sea…

As we embark on a new season this is always an exciting time of year. It is however a bit of a stressful time as well. Getting ready for new classes, finding or creating new material and getting to know …

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PERFORMING AT YOUR BEST! TIPS FOR GIVING A GREAT DANCE TEAC…

Teachers, that time of year is quickly approaching when studio schedules are being finalized and directors are rounding out their faculty for the new season. If you are lining up some interviews yourself for some new teaching gigs, I’d like …

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