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This session looks at ways to push your classical students into new and exciting territory. Through extended arm and leg lines, we will look at ‘breaking’ and exploiting classical techniques into neoclassical movement.
A deep dive into technique, movement, control and expression through power and grace. An athletic, artistic and beautiful expression of contemporary dance with tons of dance education and information.
Dance is strength masked with beauty and grace. In our class we’ll be teaching the fundamentals of creating a strong dancer. From increasing vert to grounded movements. We will be discussing every technique and exercise essential to a properly conditioned dancer.
Enjoy this exciting and different hip hop session with Halima Dodo
Immerse yourself in the world of Aerial hoop (Lyra/Cerceau) as we invite you to join renowned Cirque du Soleil artist and master teacher, Meaghan Wegg, in this exhilarating class focused on Aerial Arts.
A round-table, panel discussion led by DTW Blog Editor in Chief, Jess Stafford as we tackle some of the hottest blog topics, dialogue and answer questions about current, trending issues you are facing in your home studios. Listen to peers, join in on the discussion and talk it out with us as we offer some of our own insight, experience and advice.
Control your mind and not let it control you National Motivational Speaker, Robert Landau, will share proven and easy techniques to use your mind as a tool for positive change…and how to manage negative thoughts that tend to control.
Center floor exercises and progressions in HIP HOP focused on patterns and rhythmic footwork to help enhance a hip hop dancer's agility, timing and coordination. The focus will be on an intermediate level with tips on how to simplify for a beginner or enhance for a more advanced dancer.
In round #1 we discussed the issues of the youngin’s, “I’ve got to go pee?”...”Mommy let go, she’ll be fine”. This round let’s tap into finding resolve to many of the older kid issues
In this session, Angela D’Valda Sirico will give you ideas on how to successfully incorporate different levels of technique to compliment each other and create a beautiful piece of choreography. Many studios find themselves with a variety of dancers that perhaps do not have the same technical ability or age, that you want to combine into a number that will be a testament to your creative thoughts and know- how as a teacher. It’s not always easy BUT, using the steps that each dancer is capable of executing will give you the opportunity to create a dance that reflects your studio in the best possible way.
Reuse your combos to multiple different pieces of music for a whole new vibe. This class is inspiring, especially for choreography. We will rethink and embrace our old routines with renewed vigor and enthusiasm. Tap shoes on……let’s get innovative!
Keep classes fun and interesting, while motivating your young students to work hard. When and how to start working at the barre, and how to set up your class timeline for the year. Raise your expectations, help dancers set and achieve realistic goals, and keep them coming back for more!
Focusing on elements of training Dancers for Success: Breathing, Balance, Strength, Flexibility, Coordination, Rhythm and Musicality. The class will start with a quick review of Kelley Technique, basic jazz positions, kick exercises and movement across the floor.
We are teaching in an unprecedented time where our dance student’s mental and emotional health are paramount, more so than ever. We are responsible for our dancers’ physical dance training as well as nurturing their overall well-being. This class will focus on integrating creative mindfulness techniques into your studio’s curriculum using fun, effective, age appropriate activities and exercises. Incorporating yoga, guided meditation, dance improvisation, choreography composition, breath-work, journaling, discussion, etc., class will provide tools and a template to maintain awareness of student well-being, creating a safe space for all.
Give your unison tapping more impact by employing alternative choreographic elements.
This class includes exercises for skill acquisition, including progressions and prerequisite skills for front and side aerials. Learn how to use progressions to keep dancers at any level engaged and connected while minimizing spotting and waiting in class.
