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Geek Out, Don't Freak Out
The answer is out there somewhere--I just haven't found it yet
Jan 92 min read
The Center Line Truth in Rond de Jambe
Want to help your students develop stronger, more beautiful rond de jambe? There's one common mistake that might be undermining . . .
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Dec 26, 20241 min read
The Changement Controversy: Three Valid Teaching Approaches
Discover three proven approaches to teaching changement in ballet. Learn the benefits of each method . . .
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Nov 21, 20242 min read
OMG Point Your Toes
Are you having trouble getting your students to point their feet? Here are six tips to help you help your ballet dancers
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Nov 14, 20242 min read
What to Correct First in Ballet Class
For corrections to be most effective, you need to offer them in a way where the information builds. Here are the first three things to check
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Oct 4, 20242 min read
Clarity in Ballet Technique--Chassé
There are small details in chassé that can be taught differently, depending on your preference and goals. The most important thing is consis
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Sep 5, 20242 min read
Clarity in Ballet Technique--Piqué Turns
I don't think there's a magic trick that will automatically get every student to maintain turnout in piqué turns. It's just attention to det
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Aug 22, 20242 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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Jul 4, 20243 min read
Clarity in Ballet Technique--Frappé, part 2
In this second post exploring teaching frappé we look at the flexed foot, wrapped, and fully pointed options.
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Jun 27, 20243 min read
Clarity in Ballet Technique--Frappé, part 1
To brush or not to brush? More importantly, are all you teachers teaching frappé the same way? If not, why not? A clear plan is critical to
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Feb 22, 20242 min read
Finally! Battement Makes Sense at Last
I have always been confused about the term "battement." Yes, I know that it means "beating" but does that really make sense? Battement...
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Feb 15, 20242 min read
The First Suggestion I Give When Teaching Ballet Class (usually)
I love getting to guest teach! I am always very excited to share what I can and I always leave inspired by the wonderful dancing I was...
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Jan 18, 20244 min read
Plié is so much more than bending the knees!
In my very first ballet class I was told that a plié is when you bend and straighten your knees. That's it. That's all the information I...
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