Back To School Classroom Checklist
Are you new to teaching? Do you have everything you'll need? The time is upon us! For those of us who teach in an academic setting, it's...
Dance Studio Fundraising Ideas
Let's talk fundraising this month! Let's face it, there is always something more your studio needs; a new floor, scholarship funds,...
Dance Instructors: W-2 Employee vs. 1099 Independent Contractor
Recital season is nearly over! It's time to start thinking about next year (if you haven't already). This month's blog is all about the...
Dance Studio Owners - Do You Need A Music Use License?
This is a simple question to answer. YES! Hopefully, you already knew the answer, but I've talked with several teachers/studio owners who...
Backstage Kit Check-list ~ Are you recital ready?
It's nearly that time! Do you have your "go bag" ready? As we prepare for upcoming productions, there is a lot to gather. Below is a...
Summer Dance Camp: What works?
Are you thinking about starting a new summer dance program? Have you struggled with enrollment in the past? Half-day, all-day, mornings...
Dance Classroom Activity: Alphabet Dance (Ages 3-8)
Are you looking to switch up your classroom activities this week? It's that time of year when exercises become mundane and students...
Virtual Recital Platform Comparison
It’s recital season! How are you going to showcase those beautiful dancers this year? Of course, in-person productions are ideal, but for...
8 FREE Online Ballet Class Resources
In the year 2020, the ballet world exploded with online class resources. It is now easy to look up any professional company and find a...
Classroom Management Ages 3-6
Some teachers have an innate sense when it comes to classroom management while others learn through trial and error. Today I will share...
Are they ready for pointe?
Over the past week I've seen so many teachers seek the help of others inquiring if their students are ready for pointe. I applaud these...
Dance Assessment App
Are you looking for an easy way to assess a classroom full of students at one time? Are you looking for a way to show parents their child's
Professional Development for Dance Teachers: Progressing Ballet Technique - Worth Every Penny
Are you looking for new ways to improve your student's technique? There are many programs out there that (at a very costly rate) promise...
Easy Production Crafts - Nutcracker Mascot Head
Easy Production Crafts - Nutcracker Mascot Head
6 Tips for Teaching Dance on Zoom
As we’re getting ready to start a new school year, for some of us that will include virtual teaching again. The Zoom platform has been a...
Bitmoji Virtual Classroom
Over the last few months a lot has changed in the world, especially the dance world. Classes have sprouted up everywhere online to keep...
About the Creator
Teacher burn out is a problem in the dance world. While we love to teach, the jobs can be limited and some struggle to find a way to make...