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This past weekend, my kids and I attended Ballethnic Dance Company’s Fall Festival (Ballethnic Dance Company), and it was an experience filled with joy, nostalgia, and community spirit. For me, it was more than just a family outing—it was a return to a place that played a pivotal role in my own dance journey. I …
Every year, dance communities across the globe come together to celebrate Love Your Body Week, an event that encourages dancers of all ages to embrace their bodies, promote self-acceptance, and move with confidence. This year love your body week is November 17-24, 2024 Whether you’re teaching young children, teenagers, or adult dancers, this week provides …
Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to bring fun, themed activities into your dance classes, encouraging students to move, connect, and express themselves while celebrating the season of gratitude. Whether you’re teaching a K-5 class in a public elementary school or running a private studio, incorporating festive elements into your lessons can make them more engaging …
As I near the end of my full-time maternity leave, I’m filled with mixed emotions. It feels like just yesterday I was preparing to welcome my baby, and now, in what feels like the blink of an eye, it’s already time to think about returning to work. Eight weeks—where did the time go? While I’m …
After years of teaching adults in the dance studio, I’ve learned that one of the most common concerns is what to wear. Many adult students feel uncertain about walking into the studio for the first time, unsure of what’s appropriate or comfortable. As a teacher, I always wanted my students to feel at ease—because when …
When it comes to dance, Atlanta might not have the iconic Broadway steps of New York City or the star-studded studios of Los Angeles, but it is a thriving hub for the arts with a vibrant dance scene. From concert dance and freelance artists to commercial dancers working with agencies, Atlanta employs many dancers and …
For high school juniors and seniors, the opportunity to audition for prestigious dance programs and take masterclasses with top-tier faculty is just around the corner. The upcoming College Dance Fair at the Nashville Ballet is the perfect event to jumpstart your dance career, connect with leading institutions, and explore scholarships. If you’re serious about pursuing …
Winter break is often seen as a time to relax, spend time with family, and take a well-deserved rest. But for dancers, it can also be the perfect opportunity to stay in shape, fine-tune technique, and get a head start on preparing for the upcoming audition season. Winter break for dancers doesn’t have to mean …
As dancers, we are constantly striving to improve, learn new techniques, and push ourselves further. Setting goals is one of the most effective ways to accelerate this process. From my personal experience as a dance teacher, setting both short-term and long-term goals has been a key factor in my development—not just in my college dance …
Having taught and taken dance class for many years, I’ve seen firsthand how transformative dance can be at any age. After retiring from professional performing, I found myself gravitating back to dance classes—not as a performer with something to prove, but as an adult student simply enjoying the movement. In many ways, it was even …
