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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
Let’s Create: Dance Composition
Creativity lives in our young dancers! In this vlog, Andrea Trench offers tips and ideas on how to bring that out their creative side through collaboration and composition. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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Fourth Quarter Thoughts
The holidays are approaching and, for a studio owner, this means everything from performance preparation to marketing and new programs. Ginger Haithcox shares her insight and experience to remind us that staying calm and thinking clearly will allow us to do what is best for ourselves and business. Ginger is the Executive Director of Modern Motion in Somerset, NJ, which she started in 2005.
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Healthy Fall Snack Ideas for Dancers
Dance involves mind, body and spirit ,and Pam Simpson has some simple, helpful ideas for fun, Fall snacks that you can give to your dancers to maintain their energy and help keep them active and healthy! Pam is the owner of Forte Arts Center in Morris, IL and is celebrating her 30th season.
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Let’s Explore! Improvisation for All Ages
As the new dance season is underway, Andrea Trench is ready with fresh and helpful ideas for your classroom. Improvisation is creative, emotive and a great way to get the body freely moving. She shares some tips on how to best incorporate improv into your classes this year. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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Dance Studio Safety
Better safe than sorry is the old adage and Ginger Haithcox knows this is important in the life of a dance studio. Ginger shares some ways in which studio owners and teachers can evaluate their studio and it’s policies and procedures to ensure that it is a safer environment for everyone. Ginger is the Executive Director of Modern Motion in Somerset, NJ, which she started in 2005.
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Best Advice I Ever Received
Learning from others is important for Amanda Herring, and she shares some of the pieces of advice and quips she has learned along the way that are important for all dance teachers to take and internalize. Amanda is the owner of Center Stage Dance in Hernando, MS.
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Are You Really the Right Person for That Job?
Being a studio owner means being many things for many people, but not all tasks are created equal and not all of them should be done by YOU! Ann Bettonvil shares how over the years she has learned to be better at determining which tasks are best for her to do and which ones should be delegated. Ann is co-director of The Studio in Brampton, ON.
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Studio Essentials Kit
We’re heading into another dance season and while there is much to get ready, if we have our essentials prepared and handy, we can feel more confident! Andrea Trench will help you put together a “Studio Essentials Kit” to meet the needs of your students. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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Steps Toward Freedom as a Studio Owner
Ginger Haithcox knows the ups and downs of studio ownership. In her experience, Ginger has learned tools and tips that helped her on the path to more freedom in her business and life, and she shares those with us! Ginger is the Executive Director of Modern Motion in Somerset, NJ, which she started in 2005.
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Stepping into the Limelight
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your teaching journey, Pam Simpson is here to equip you with invaluable insights and strategies to kick off the upcoming dance season. Pam is the owner of Forte Arts Center in Morris, IL and has years of experience running her studio and businesses.
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It’s All About Vision
Dance teacher, studio owner, mom… these are just a few of the hats that we have to wear. Ann Bettonvil knows that it requires balance and time, but we can get the most out of all this with a clearer vision. She shares how a vision board has helped put things in better perspective. Ann is co-director of The Studio in Brampton, ON.
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25 Last-Minute Easy Camp Crafts
Hosting a summer dance camp and still don’t have a camp craft?? Don’t worry, Andrea Trench has gathered 25 easy (and cheap) craft ideas to share with you today. Most of these materials can be purchased from a dollar store and require little or no prep work. Andrea is an expert in early childhood education and owner of Discover Dance.
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