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Knowing Your Worth (Without the Drama)
"Knowing your worth isn't about walking into a staff meeting with demands. It's about walking into your work with clarity." A Conversation Years in the Making Earlier this Spring, I...
Emotional Resilience: A Skill We All Need
"Life doesn't get easier-you just get better at handling difficult situations." What I've Learned About Emotional Resilience One thing that I've learned as I grow personally and professionally is what...
Keep Everyone Engaged: Fun and Focused Caregiver & Tot Dance Class Activities
Consistent Lesson Planning is Key When planning my early childhood dance classes, I always build activities around a consistent lesson plan framework. This approach not only creates a reliable structure...
Making the Most of Your Show Lobby
Use your recital theater lobby as a place to make your entire studio shine! Your Show Lobby is a First Impression When it's showtime, we focus so much of our...
We Don’t Know What’s Coming Next, But We Know What Matters
"We don't get to choose our challenges, but we do get to choose how we walk through them." Amanda Herring's Journey: Strength, Faith, and the Power of Community Life has...
Mid-Year Check-In: How Dance Teachers and Studio Owners Can Reignite Student Motivation
As dance teachers and studio owners, we know that the midpoint of the dance season can be challenging. The excitement of the new season may have worn off, and many...
Five Must-Have Class Systems
"A strong start sets the stage for a smooth class. Welcome rituals ease transitions and prepare students for an engaged experience." Maximizing Our Class Time I'm constantly seeking ways to...
Growing Beyond Comfort Zones in Dance & Business
"Evolving doesn't mean abandoning tradition; it means amplifying your unique voice." The world in 2025 moves at lightning speed. Information is everywhere-what's trending today is outdated tomorrow. This rapid pace...
Are We Turning Away Potential First-Time Dancers?
"Many parents aren't looking for the next Broadway star-they just want a joyful, confidence-boosting dance class for their child." The Heart of a Successful Dance Studio: Celebrating Every Dancer Showcasing...
Elements of Marketing that Still Work
"The best marketing plan diversifies efforts." If you're anything like me, you are bombarded with opportunities to market your dance studio and enroll more students. Countless companies vie for our...
Why Continuing Education and Self-Care Matter Now More Than Ever
The world of dance education has seen incredible growth and change over the past decade. New techniques, trends, teaching methodologies, and even technology have reshaped how we approach the art...
30 Seconds to Connect: Building Parent Relationships in the Studio
"Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge." - John Maxwell In the world of dance, building strong relationships with parents...
Heartfelt Wins of Dance Teachers: Lifelong Impact Beyond Awards
The True Impact of Dance Teachers: Heartfelt Wins Beyond Awards As dance teachers, we often have accolades that proudly hang on our studio walls. Trophies, ribbons, and certificates serve as...
Can You Relate? The Woes of an Aging Dance Teacher
There are many of you who can relate to becoming a "seasoned" dance teacher. We all have our aches and pains, but I am noticing other changes more and more....
A Thanksgiving Reflection: Blessings of Being a Dance Teacher
As Thanksgiving approaches, it's a perfect time to reflect on the unique blessings we enjoy as dance teachers and studio owners. Each student, each class, each moment in the studio...
Redefining the Win
For teachers and studio owners, watching our dancers win brings joy and pride. But beyond trophies, it's important to ask ourselves what message we're really sending about success. As leaders,...
Helping Your Dancers Maximize Solo Practice: A Guide for Dance Teachers
As dance teachers, one of our greatest joys is guiding students through the preparation and growth that comes with performing a solo. Having taught solos for the past 40 years,...
The Unseen Gifts of Dance: How Dance Shapes Lifelong Success
As parents, we often look for activities that bring joy, build skills, and help our children grow into confident, capable individuals. Dance, with its physical benefits and creative expression, is...
The Internet Planned My Preschool Dance Class
As a dance teacher, I'm constantly on the lookout for fresh ideas to elevate my preschool classes. Whether I'm diving into Google, scrolling through Pinterest, or browsing Facebook groups for...
Your Individuality Can Transform Dance Education
In a world where comparison often overshadows originality, it's easy to fall into the trap of measuring yourself against others-especially in a field as creative and competitive as dance education....
Release Yourself from Holiday Stress
This time of year brings so much fun and excitement with holidays and winter performances and it's easy for our calendars to fill up quickly with holiday activities. I encourage...
Setting the Standard: The Importance of Practicing What We Preach
As dance teachers, we have a profound influence on our students, not just through the steps we teach but through the behavior and standards we model. The way we conduct...
Riding the Waves of Confidence: When Self-Belief Comes and Goes
They say with age comes wisdom. But does confidence come with age too, or is it something more aligned with the carefree naivety of youth? And once you find confidence,...
Age-Appropriate Choices for Young Dancers
In the world of dance, where creativity and expression reign, it's crucial that we keep our youngest dancers in mind. Dance is an incredible journey, and it's our responsibility to...