I don’t know about you, but I find myself driving a lot, and often the last thing I want to do is listen to more music. After I soak up...

One of your senior dance students just asked if you’d write them a recommendation letter for college. Of course, you said yes, but how do...

I just love back-to-school season. With new supplies and a refreshed atmosphere, how can you not enjoy it? Now, I realize some of you...

In our previous blog post, SEL in the Dance Classroom Part 1, we explored how building a strong community helps support the social and...

In today's fast-paced and technology-driven world, it's easy for children to become disconnected from their emotions and the world around...

It's the season of gift giving! Are you ready? Every year parents ask me what types of accessories they should get their students for...

What to get a dance teacher for Christmas or any other holiday/occasion? This question comes up year after year. My preference is a...

Halloween in my favorite holiday. Naturally, every year I teach my students Thriller and have a dance party. So, thought I'd take a quick...

Are you in need of some fun behavior management tools to get your students' attention faster? Tired of the same old call-and-response...

It's back-to-school season again! Sites are a buzz with tons of products to buy, buy, BUY! And sure they're all fun, but what do you...

One of my favorite quotes said by Lou Holtz is, "In this world, you're either growing or you're dying, so get in motion and grow." I...

Are you looking for ways to help your dance studio grow? Nervous because families haven't pre-registered for next year? For a variety of...

Attention all tap teachers: Is your student still looking for a summer tap program? Perhaps you're searching for fall festivals your...

I find this time of year is like the calm before the storm. Costumes are ordered, and choreography for end-of-year productions are well...

It's "I Love to Read" month! Have you thought about incorporating a book, poem or any type of text into your dance classroom? Personally,...

Happy New year! It's time to plan your summer dance camps (if you haven't already). Every year my goal is to have my summer dance...

Here's another list of games for you! This time our theme is winter or Christmas. Check out these 16 games for all ages. Happy Christmas!...

All right teachers, raise your hand if the honeymoon is wearing off and classroom behaviors seem to be more abundant than in years past....

Halloween is my favorite holiday, and I know how exciting it can be to bring a little spooky spirit into the dance studio! Usually, I...

It's a new school year! Think back to last year...How effective was your communication with students and families? Were you left...