I teach a lot of pirouettes from 5th position because, as my theory goes (and you’re welcome to weigh in), a pirouette is a balance that turns. Therefore, you must find that balance over the supporting leg first. At an advanced level, Continue reading
We must now think with New Mind. When I realized my advanced dancers had rotten cardio, Continue reading
I live in the American heartland and much of the dance instruction is not what those of us on this forum grew up with. However, the major companies of this country are hiring students Continue reading
The real reason I teach ballet isn’t to create ballet dancers. My students DO learn the best skills – don’t get me wrong. I am a professional teacher and I take my work very seriously. But there are few jobs Continue reading
As a professional movement coach, a mom, and a former cheerleader, I get it that my students want to be part of the ‘in crowd’ Continue reading
This free clinic from Minnesota Dance Medicine might be of interest to some of you. Click here.
Any kind of physical activity seems to boost kids’ school performance, according to a recently published international analysis. Researchers reviewed 14 studies Continue reading
The following is how to protect, maintain, and clean your Marley floors. It was distilled Continue reading
So where does the young parent turn when they are looking for a quality dance studio for their child? In far more detail than I could have explained, this link has the complete criteria. Thanks to the National Dance Education Organization and Dance Expressions for the info.
Carol Schwarzkopf 