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HANDLING THE DELICATE SITUATION OF ADOLESCENT DANCER HYGIEN…

OK, I'm just going to talk about it. We all know it's a topic we need to address and are sometimes to afraid to because it could be infringing on what is politically correct or appropriate to discuss with our …

TEACHING DANCE: AN HONORABLE PROFESSION!

How easy it is for dance teachers to undervalue themselves and we probably all do it at one time or another. When the daily grind of teaching starts to wear us down and the students just don't seem to be …

FINDING INSPIRATION FOR DANCE STUDIO OWNERS

It is amazing to see the positive results when we are able to inspire the people who surround us on a daily basis. Being able to bring out the best in our staff, faculty, students and their parents is certainly …

DANCE TEACHERS: WHAT ARE YOUR IN-STUDIO RULES & PROCEDURES?

Teachers, have you ever sat down and thought about the importance of rules & procedure in the studio? It seems like a given, common sense, but often times, when we are not transparent about the expectations of our dancers in …

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DANCE TEACHERS: ARE YOU TAKING TIME FOR YOU?

In a crazy, crazy world, especially at this time of year, as teachers, we often put ourselves and our needs last; trying to make sure work is completed, students' needs are being addressed, creativity is flowing, deadlines are met, rehearsals …

TALKING DANCE: THE POSITIVE EFFECTS OF PEER FEEDBACK!

Part of being a well-rounded dancer is to have the ability to articulate observations and speak about dance just as much as executing steps properly. A rich, thorough dance curriculum includes one in which "dance literacy" is acknowledged; where dancers …

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