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A Potty Policy that Welcomes All
As a passionate advocate for the developing child, I'm always reevaluating how I show up for my students in the dance studio. I find myself asking "but, why?" often. However,...
What’s Your Job Description?
I recently met with my Life Coach, and we were discussing the upcoming fall season, and she asked me about what sort of things are in my position description. I...
Communication is Key
As the new season approaches (or has already started for some), we're taking the time to fine-tune and update the systems we use to share information with our studio families...
Preschool Classroom Success: Reminders for a Smooth Separation
As the new dance season approaches, it's important to help your dance families prepare their little ones for a smooth separation. The more we can prepare our little ones (and...
You Deserve it!
In 2006, there was a 37-year-old dance teacher and studio owner who loved her job deeply. She believed that the more of herself she gave to her students, the better...
Maximizing Productivity in Your Dance Studio
In the bustling world of dance studios, where every moment counts and the to-do list never seems to shrink, mastering productivity isn't just a luxury-it's a necessity. As Steve Jobs...
Debunking 3 Early Childhood Dance Education Myths
Before we head into the new dance season, I think it's time (or, shall I say, long overdue??) to debunk these myths about early childhood dance education. Myth #1: Your...
Delegation – A Year in Review
This past season was somewhat of a new experience for me. Coming out of the 22/23 season, I knew I needed to get some things off my "plate" to free...
Summer is the Time to Get Ahead
As dance teachers and studio owners, our summers are much different than the rest of the year. This is a time that we can get ahead, coast, or get behind....
See You in September: A Season of Reflection and Renewal
As we wrap up this dance season, I want to take a moment to share some personal reflections and exciting updates. This will be the last blog post until September,...
Lessons Learned from the Soccer Field
As a dance teacher and studio owner, I know many of my colleagues consider soccer to be one of the biggest activities that draws children away from dance. As dance...
Who Is Your Market? Understanding Your Dance Studio’s Demographic
As studio owners, it's important to identify and understand the demographic we serve. This understanding is not just a strategic aspect of marketing; it's essential for the growth and relevance...
Top Props from Last Dance Season
Play Video Andrea Trench is dedicated to helping dance teachers create and deliver content that is research-based and developmentally appropriate for children under the age of 6. Her primary focus is...
Uncover Your Unique Influence: A Dance Teacher’s Guide to Authenticity
The true essence of impactful teaching lies not in imitation but in discovering and nurturing our own uniqueness. This blog post explores the importance of digging deep to uncover what...
Living the Dream and Managing Emotions
Growing up in a dance studio and evolving into a professional dancer, teacher, or studio owner means that dance has been a part of our essence for as long as...
Watching Them Go
Here come those tiny feet into their first dance class. Adorable bits of pudgy baby feet spill out from the tops of their dance shoes. The waistband of their tights...
Are You Shaping the Future of Dance or Just Showcasing it?
In the world of dance education, there's a stark difference between building talent from the ground up and simply attracting dancers already developed elsewhere. If the main goal of a...
6 Ways to Combat Spring Fever
As spring rolls in, so does the challenge of keeping dancers engaged and focused. The change in weather and the proximity to the end of the school year can make...
The Beauty of the Slow Burn in Teaching and Entrepreneurship
In our fast-paced world, and especially in dance education, there is almost a pressure to see immediate results-whether it's becoming an award-winning choreographer, growing enrollment, or launching innovative programs. Yet,...
Preschool Recital Success: The Backstage Experience
For little ones, the recital can be a scary situation. Think about it…We're in a new space, with new people, in an uncomfortable costume, away from our grownup. That's a...
Embracing the Season: Reflections for Dance Teachers
In the whirlwind of recitals, competitions, and summer prep, it's easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. Today, I ask you to pause and reflect on the incredible journey...
Studio Traditions that Build Community
One of the things that is so special about dance studios is that they have the ability to build community and create fun and memorable moments for the people they...
Alicia’s Stand: A Tale of Courage and Integrity
Alicia's journey stands as evidence to the resilience needed to navigate the world of dance education. Faced with a devastating 75% drop in enrollment due to the pandemic, Alicia embodied...
One More Push
There is a well-known phrase "write what you know". Here is what I know right now. I have been struggling with inspiration and motivation lately. Anyone else? I have been...