Are you tired of feeling like a dancing potato on the dance floor? Do you want to step up your dance game and impress your friends with your smooth moves? Well, it’s time to face the music (literally) and admit that maybe, just maybe, your approach to dancing needs a little work. In this article, …
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The world of salsa and bachata dance is full of passionate artists who pour their hearts and souls into creating beautiful choreographies that inspire and delight audiences. However, unfortunately, the need for non-disclosure contracts has become a sad reality in our community. As a director of a dance company who has set trends with …
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Not a week goes by without someone telling me a brand new dancer showed up in town and is taking all their students. It’s like a dance version of The Hunger Games, with instructors fighting for the attention and loyalty of their students. But in this case, the prize is not a shiny trophy, but …
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To thrive as a professional dance instructor, you must avoid the trap of price competition at all costs. While it may seem like a good thing for the community at large that more people are becoming dance instructors, this trend is actually having a negative effect on the dance business as a whole. Attractacting students …
Just like in the fable of the Three Little Pigs, there are different types of dance instructors building their teaching careers out of different materials. House of Straws Some dance instructors, like the little pig who built his house out of straw, focus more on building a social media following than on investing in …
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When it comes to preparing for a workout or a performance, warming up and stretching are essential to prevent injury and improve performance. However, there are different types of warm-ups and stretching exercises, and it’s important to understand the differences between them to maximize their benefits. In this article, we’ll explore the difference between static …
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Introduction Having strong and flexible foot muscles is essential for dancers to execute exquisite pointed toes. In this article, we will discuss the different regions of the foot that require practice to achieve a pro-level pointed foot. The arch of your foot Strengthening the plantar fascia and intrinsic foot muscles can improve the stability …
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As a dancer, keeping a dance journal can be a powerful tool for improving your skills, tracking your progress, and staying motivated. By recording your thoughts, goals, and achievements, you can gain insight into your dance journey and make meaningful improvements to your practice. However, it can be challenging to know where to start when …
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Many people like getting their fitness by dancing. Dancing is a popular choice for those looking to get in shape and shed extra pounds. In spite of this, some dancers wonder, “If I dance so often, why can’t I lose weight?” When you’ve been putting in a lot of work during dancing practice, this might …
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Hey there, fellow procrastinators! Let’s talk about that struggle we all know too well – finding the motivation to do what needs to be done to achieve our goals. And for me, that means hitting the gym regularly. But fear not, my friends! We can do this! Step One: Step one is to set some …
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