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Celebrating Kwanzaa Through Dance: Honoring Culture and Tradition As a dance educator, I’ve always found joy in exploring cultural traditions through movement. Dance allows us to connect deeply with the stories, values, and celebrations of diverse communities. One such celebration is Kwanzaa, a week-long holiday honoring African heritage, unity, and culture. This article delves into …
100 Best Dance Quotes of All Time to Inspire and Motivate Dancers Dance is more than movement—it’s an expression of the soul, a celebration of the human spirit, and a powerful journey of self-discovery. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned professional, or simply someone who loves the art, finding inspiration through words can help fuel …
Setting Dance Goals for 2025: A Pathway to Growth and Success As a dancer, setting clear, meaningful goals can transform your practice and performance. In 2025, goal-setting is more important than ever, as it provides dancers with direction, motivation, and a concrete way to measure progress. Whether you’re an aspiring young dancer, a college student, …
What to Do When You’re Running Late for Dance Class As a dance parent, you know the struggle of rushing through traffic to get your little one to dance class on time. And while my daughter is only 4, I understand there’s an unspoken etiquette to follow, even at her young age. Being late to …
Grade Level: K-5Duration: 5 days (45-minute sessions)Objective: Students will explore holiday traditions from various cultures through dance, culminating in a final project showcasing different holiday-inspired dance movements. Supplies GA State Dance Standards Lesson Overview Day 1: Introduction to Holidays Around the WorldDay 2: Exploring Movement – Diwali and IndiaDay 3: Exploring Movement – Hanukkah and …
One of the hardest things for me as a teacher and educator is watching my students get frustrated in class. I design my lessons to push them and challenge them, but my goal is never to discourage. Dance should be a source of joy, growth, and confidence. When I see a student feeling frustrated, flustered, …
The Nutcracker signals the holiday season like nothing else. For me, this timeless ballet has always been a core part of my Christmas traditions. Whether I was a young student dancing in the production, a professional performer on stage, or working behind the scenes rehearsing young dancers, The Nutcracker has been a beautiful and inspiring …
Teaching adaptive dance to dancers with disabilities has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my teaching career. One class that remains particularly close to my heart was a program in partnership with Atlanta Ballet and the Frazer Center. Each week, I looked forward to seeing my students’ faces light up as they learned …
The holiday season is upon us (It’s my favorite time of year) I am a sucker for a good hallmark movie and a hot cup of coffee in a snowman mug! It’s truly the most wonderful time of the year! With Nutcracker performances, holiday music, and festive traditions all around, winter brings a unique energy …
Modern dance is a unique and expressive dance form, evolving from classical ballet to include grounded movement and natural expression. Known for its strong, angular movements, such as flat backs, contractions, tilts, and lateral T’s, modern dance continues to be a foundational style for dancers everywhere. With a history rooted in experimentation and personal expression, …
