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Preparing mentally and physically for a National Competition
Preparing mentally and physically for a National Competition can be very trying at times. As national competitions get under way around the country, literally thousands of dancers from the United States and Canada prepare for the big event. Mentally, you must “know” that you have prepared all year for this and you are ready. Your [...]
Continue reading...Dance Parents can be an asset
17. November 2008
Many dance studios sometime dread seeing some parents on a daily basis because of their high maintenance. These types of parents can be controlled if the atmosphere is positive but this must start with the director. The studio owner/director must set policies and procedures for parents that create a positive atmosphere. Without the parents helping, [...]
Continue reading...Competitions or Conventions?
31. August 2008
While competitions can be fun and allow dancers a place and a time to be on stage, conventions may be better in the long run. As a father of a college freshman I am convinced that conventions could be more beneficial to those dancers who wish to someday be a professional dancer. During [...]
Continue reading...Who Won? Who Cares! Self-improvement is the Goal!!
30. August 2008
When we think about competitions, we often think in terms of winning and losing, even though the experience can offer much more than that. But though we may value dance competitions as learning experiences, we can’t ignore the fact that an awards system means someone wins and someone loses. How do these outcomes affect the [...]
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The PULSE 2009-2010 Tour continues to draw many dancers. To register got to www.thepulseontour.com
1. July 2009
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