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Geek Out, Don't Freak Out
The answer is out there somewhere--I just haven't found it yet
Oct 241 min read
Modeling the Future for Young Ballet Students
Using phrases that model the future that we see possible for our students is so important. By this point in the dance season, students are
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Aug 222 min read
Core Strength > Turnout in Ballet
Everyone wants flat turnout. Never mind that the huge majority of us are never going to safely attain it (although most of us can get close
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Aug 82 min read
Ballet Curriculum Tips for 5-7 year-olds
As children mature, the shift from "baby ballet" into "big kid ballet" can take some of them by surprise. There are steps teachers can take
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Jul 183 min read
Clarity in Ballet Technique--Pirouette, part 1
How are you introducing pirouette to your dancers? And when? Unless you are the only teacher in your school, clear communication about how
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May 96 min read
Transforming Ballet Combinations from Drills to Dancing
Some teachers are really gifted at creating combinations that feel like choreography but also contain needed repetition. For the rest of us,
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Apr 185 min read
Crafts for Exploring Artistry With Young Ballet Students This Summer
Nine simple craft ideas to explore elements of artistry with young dancers
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