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By Dance Teachers for Dance Teachers
As all that we are about, the DanceLife Blog is another opportunity to support and inspire dance teachers and studio owners. You'll discover business ideas, self-care advice, awesome classroom tips, along with some witty stories . . . by dance teachers for dance teachers!
Bettonvil, Ann
Haithcox, Ginger
Herring, Amanda
Simpson, Pam
Trench, Andrea
DanceLife Blog & Vlog
A Potty Policy that Welcomes All
When dealing with our youngest dancers, welcoming all of them can be a challenge when it comes to those who are not potty trained. Andrea Trench is passionate about advocating for all developing children, and she shares her policies to make it possible for teachers to feel comfortable and our littlest ones to feel welcome. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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What’s Your Job Description?
Running a dance school requires many hats, but do you know exactly what they are? Ginger Haithcox shares the importance of writing your job description to, not only better understand your own leadership roles, but to see the best areas for delegation. Ginger is the Executive Director of Modern Motion in Somerset, NJ, which she started in 2005.
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Communication is Key
Ann Bettonvil sees a new season as the perfect time to analyze and update the systems used to share information in our studios and schools. The importance of clear communication is essential to every part of the studio: staff, students and parents/caregivers. Ann directs The Studio in Brampton, ON with her two business partners.
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Preschool Classroom Success: Reminders for a Smooth Separation
As the new dance season approaches, Andrea Trench knows that it’s important to help your dance families prepare their little ones for a smooth separation. She shares some helpful reminders to make this possible. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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You Deserve it!
Ann Bettonvil knows that dance is a passion, one that we want to share with others. Yet, pursuing a passion and having a giving spirit does not mean you do not deserve to make money and a living for your hard work. Ann tells her own story and lessons learned. Ann directs The Studio in Brampton, ON with her two business partners.
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Maximizing Productivity in Your Dance Studio
With ever-growing “to do lists,” being efficiently productive is a must! Pam Simpson shares some insights and a step-by-step plan to help you maximize your productivity and save time. Pam is the owner of Forte Arts Center in Morris, IL and has over 30 years experience.
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Debunking 3 Early Childhood Dance Education Myths
Andrea Trench’s years of experience in childhood education has been a teaching and also learning adventure. She shares three myths about early childhood dance education that need to be looked at and debunked so we can look forward to the future of early childhood dance. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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Dance Studio Delegation – A Year in Review
After burning the candle at both ends for years, Ann Bettonvil recognized that this past year had to be different. She shares how she became better at delegating and organizing tasks and tips on how to implement this in your studio for the coming season. Ann directs The Studio in Brampton, ON with her two business partners.
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Summer is the Time to Get Ahead
As summer is here, it’s a great time to rest from a long dance season, but it also provides the opportunity for productivity. Pam Simpson shares some ideas on how to use summer as a time to plan for greater success in the Fall. Pam is the owner of Forte Arts Center in Morris, IL and has over 30 years experience.
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Lessons Learned from the Soccer Field
Soccer, while a great youth activity, is often seen by dance teachers and studio owners as a prime “competitor” for kids’ attention and time. Ginger Haithcox offers some insight on what we can learn from this sport and how it can better help dance remain a big part of their education and development. Ginger is the Executive Director of Modern Motion in Somerset, NJ, which she started in 2005.
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Top Props from Last Dance Season
As another dance season comes to a close, it is time to reflect and look back at what was successful and what could use a little improvement to help keep your curriculum evolving. Andrea Trench shares her top props from this past dance season and how they be incorporated in your curriculum. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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Watching Them Go
Ann Bettonvil, in her years of experience, shares something that many studio owners and dance teachers experience, watching students you have had since preschool graduate and move on in their dance and personal journeys. She shares some insight on what makes this so special. Ann directs The Studio in Brampton, ON with her two business partners.
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