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In Part 1, I focused on various ways to strengthen the port de bras by using resistance bands. This month I want to focus on shapes. Really getting students to understand the importance of making shapes is not always an …
African Dance has always had a feeling of excitement and the rhythmic movements and the undercurrent of the hypnotic sound of the drums only intensify that feeling. A few years ago we added Afro Jazz to our curriculum and what …
Add audience excitement and drama to your next performance by creating theme looks to enhance the feel and expression of your numbers character. Children especially love the fantasy! Here are a few favorite character themes to help your recital have …
We all know the drill—the raging theatrical storyline we each call "teaching dance.
Dance Educating vs. Dance Training
There are plenty of summer programs available to dancers of all ages. There are programs offered by the major ballet companies, musical theater and modern programs and sleepover camps that involve some type of dancing. All of these programs are …
Creating a new schedule for the Fall is always a challenge. Each year, because of faculty availability, ages of the students and the introduction of new classes, I always find it necessary to change things around. Some classes just always …
As I have preached many times, one of these most important parts of your business will be how well your marketing works. It will determine how well your business is perceived by the public and whether you will get the …
Nowadays most businesses are looking to cut costs. Some are cutting budgets even though they are having a good year financially. It is a good idea now that the season is over to analyze where your hard earned dollars are …
For any business to continue to grow it is important to look at ways to develop multiple sources of income that will increase your bottom line. It may be that you need to think a little outside the box when …
For years we would have students ask us who we would recommend for them to take voice lessons from. There were several teachers we knew in our area, but after serious consideration we decided to add voice to our curriculum. …
Requirements and Certifications In our last article we looked at what exactly dance in the K-12 setting is and how you as studio owners and dance teachers within the private sector can understand the dance education being provided within your …
When customers arrive at your studio does it look inviting? Perhaps you have an older studio that needs some updating or possibly a very new studio that is starting to show signs of wear and tear. We are constantly amazed …
Dance is inherently a discipline and, as a result, wonderful training for any child. So often nowadays children receive little or no discipline in their homes and a limited amount in schools. As dance teachers we are often placed in …
Time, Time, Time Its On My Side, Yes, It Is! The song made famous by the Rolling Stones needs to be sung out every day by studio owners. Make sure you see what you have accomplished each day and that …
