What Are Creative Dance Arts? Creative dance arts is not a formal dance form like ballet, modern or hip hop, it is just a natural way of moving and expressing ourselves. If you think about it, from the moment of birth to the very last breath that we make, we all have the need to … Read more
Acro dance, more than just a type of moving art, combines classical dance movements with precise acrobatic elements. It pushes the limits of flexibility and strength. One standout move in this mix is the bridge, a vital skill if you’re aiming for the wow factor. The bridge is one of those skills that dancers who … Read more
As teachers, sometimes you may wonder to yourself ‘Do I need dance lesson plans or not?’ Planning a dance lesson is no easy task, and I know that when training to do your teachers through the RAD, or most Dance Organizations, they require that you have dance lesson plans for each lesson that you teach … Read more
If you want to know more about Dance Studio Management, how to open a dance studio, how to teach dancing, and how to own the best dance studio in town, then you need to get yourself a copy of So You Think You Can Teach Dancing. This book is an ebook written by Diane Sheehan, … Read more
Let’s explore the topic ‘how to teach parent and me classes.’ A good and quality parent and me dance program will help you to attract new students into your studio. You can target the 2 and 3 year olds for this and the classes are a lot of fun to teach. Here is why you … Read more
Let’s look at how to appreciate Danses Concertantes Ballet. This is a one act ballet and it was choreographed by the Scottish Kenneth MacMillan. This was his first commission. The music is Stravinsky and the Decor was originally done by Nicholas Geogiadis. Danses Concertantes Ballet was first performed by the Sadler’s Wells Theatre Ballet at … Read more
If you are a dance instructor, you may want to focus on how to teach dancing by not giving negative corrections or corrections the children don’t understand. Using positive reinforcement is a great way to correct your pupils and also make sure your pupils grow in their dancing and understand what they need to work … Read more
What Is Center In Ballet? Center in ballet is the reward for all your hard and disciplined work at the barre. It is not that center work in ballet requires less effort, but it is far more exhilarating for the dancer, as this is when she feels she is really and truly dancing. Center work … Read more
When teaching ballet to young children, especially those in preschool, we have to be careful how we address posture for kids, especially when it comes to training certain aspects of ballet technique. We need to be both realistic and safe when teaching these little bodies and be very aware of what we are saying, as their … Read more
Simonson Technique is a unique approach to dance that balances artistry with anatomical principles. Created by the brilliant Lynn Simonson, this technique focuses on using the body’s natural alignment to ensure dancers move safely and efficiently. It’s not just about looking good on stage—it’s about being safe and smart in your movements. Lynn Simonson, the … Read more