6 days ago2 min readAvoiding Perfectionism in Ballet ClassBallet dancers could write the book on perfectionism. But that mindset isn't healthy or helpful, so here are 4 tips to help shift towards gr
Jul 112 min readBut We Really Want to Learn _____ in Ballet Class!!We've all heard. It there is some step that dancers really want to learn and you know they aren't ready for it. So what do you do?
May 303 min readCompare Me to a TurtleI know "turtle" is not the animal most dancers would like to be described as. Most of us would prefer to be called a swan, or a gazelle, or
May 233 min readBut I Didn't See a Single TrophyAn invitation to teach at a new-to-me studio led to discovering one of the healthiest, growth-oriented cultures I've seen in a while.
May 23 min readStarting Ballet Class on the Right FootA welcoming ritual helps set your class time apart from other distractions during the day and fosters learning.
Mar 214 min readCreating a Sneak Peak of Future Success in Ballet ClassAnother great idea from Daniel Coyle's book The Culture Code is the idea of Sneak Previews to help build images of success for your students
Feb 24 min readHelping Nurture Friendships and Belonging in Ballet Class--Introvert EditionIt's really important for students to feel like they belong in ballet class. It makes class a place they are excited to come to.
Dec 1, 20234 min readReadjusting my ballet teaching approach I'm at a new studio this year. I've spent the last few years directing the ballet program at a competition studio and had a wonderful