For over 24 years Steve Sirico and Angela D’Valda Sirico have been producing a Gala Fundraising Event at their studio that has generated over $700,000.00 for scholarships. They will walk you through all of the steps they use and have perfected over the years. Learn how to build your own effective event!
Charles Kelley began teaching at the age of 16 making a thorough Study of Jazz Dance with Jack Cole and Matt Mattox. His teaching lasted more than 6 decades of providing True Jazz Dance, sharing knowledge of the human body through correct anatomical techniques. As a teacher we will learn correct body placement for balance, strength and flexibility that you can teach to your students, making it your own. Proper placement of the feet, keeping the body aligned, shoulders over hips over balls of the feet
Tony presents some great exercises you can use to supplement your Jazz Warm Up
We are teaching in an unprecedented time where our dance student’s mental and emotional health are paramount, more so than ever. We are responsible for our dancers’ physical dance training as well as nurturing their overall well-being. This class will focus on integrating creative mindfulness techniques into your studio’s curriculum using fun, effective, age appropriate activities and exercises.
This terrific class will be focusing on why lyrical dance should be introduced to dancers and the qualities it conveys. We will emphasize the emotional aspects, fluidity of movement and the level of skill brought in lyrical dance. This class is for intermediate/advanced Level.
This class will be a deep dive into the Tututix system and how we work with clients. You’ll learn advanced tips and tricks to make your experience using Tututix easier and increase customer satisfaction. If you are a current client or are thinking about becoming a client of Tututix, then watch this seminar
This class will highlight true jazz technique appropriate for dancers ages 7-12. We will focus in on transitions, traveling & creating shapes. We are going to emphasize on performance and full-out movement. This class will be FUN and inspire you to share with your young dancers.
Watch this seminar as they cover the top reasons on how a mobile app can help streamline and increase revenue for your business. We will cover the topics such as social media integrations, in-app payments, push notifications, and more! Welcome to 2023, where a mobile app can advance your dance studio and excite your community.
Here are some great tips to get your dancers to create fantastic poses and beautiful lines
Join Angela and Hedy as they give you strategies and ideas to help you have your most successful Recital yet! In this discussion we will show you our proven techniques that will help you to have not only your best but most fun and organized Show from beginning to end! Together we will share our experiences with you no matter how big or small your studio is and find ways to improve your overall experience with this yearly
Looking to teach a fully balanced class in Competitive Hip Hop? This class will give you tips on how to get students to perform and score well in Hip Hop throughout the competition season. It is helpful to educate your students on what is technically required within this “ever evolving” style of dance.
Intermediate Musical Theater combination focusing on intention & storytelling utilizing theater jazz, lyrical & ballroom techniques.
Combo classes have been a staple in the studio for years and it is making a BIG COMEBACK after the pandemic. The more variety you have the more engaged these young dancers will be. I will give you ideas on the advertisement side and guide you on how to create a curriculum that flows and shows these kids that variety in dance is the way to go.
This class will provide simple tools to change up the rhythm of your steps giving you limitless possibilities for choreography.
Watch our round-table, panel discussion led by DTW Blog Editor in Chief, Jess Stafford as we tackle some of the hottest blog topics, dialogue and answer questions about current, trending issues you are facing in your home studios. Listen to peers,on the talk it out with us as we offer some of our own insight, experience & advice.
Learn all about making dance class more accessible for dancers with sensory sensitivities. Ensure your students are comfortable and supported with the dancewear you choose. Understanding how the brain processes sensory input can help teachers accommodate students who need modifications and support to get into an optimal learning state.
