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Jazz Dance Music Playlist Fall 2015

Here's what is on my jazz playlist for fall of 2015! Ain't Nothing Wrong With That by Robert Randolph & The Family Band Am I Wrong by Nico and Vin Applause by Lady Gaga Best Years of Our Lives by Baha Men Call Me Maybe by Carly Rae Jepsen Can't Hold Us by Macklemore Clarity by Zedd Classic by … [Read More...]

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Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class

Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class

Mommy and me dance classes!  They're so hard and so simple.  I am always nervous because the moms are in the room.  But, those 18 month old dancers are the cutest … [Read More...]

Let’s Dance: Winter Weather Patterns

Let’s Dance: Winter Weather Patterns

  It's COOOOLD outside.  This is how my trees were looking this past weekend.  YUCK!  But, fortunately for us, winter weather does have it's upsides.  It … [Read More...]

Love and Valentines

Love and Valentines

I love dance.  I love teaching.  And I LOVE my students!  As I pulled this lesson out to put it up on the blog, this valentine from last year fell out. Happy smiles! … [Read More...]

Dance Games

The Dice Game

The Dice Game

  The dice game is one of my favorite games.  It is one of those tricks up my sleeve that I pull out if … [Read More...]

The Best Props for Dance Class

The Best Props for Dance Class

I LOVE a good prop!  They can really make or break a dance class.  A good prop will add to the dancing and help dancers … [Read More...]

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Workout of the Week – 40 Minute AMRAP: As Many Rounds As Possible

Workout of the Week – 40 Minute AMRAP: As Many Rounds As Possible

This week's workout is nice and simple.  Do the listed exercises as many times as you can in 40 minutes!  You are … [Read More...]

Workout of the Week – Leg Day (SQUATS!!!)

Workout of the Week – Leg Day (SQUATS!!!)

I was asked for a legs day...so here you go!  Do the whole set 2x through.  It should take you roughly 45-55 minutes. … [Read More...]

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Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class

Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class

Mommy and me dance classes!  They're so hard and so simple.  I am always nervous because the moms are in the room.  But, those 18 month old dancers … [Read More...]

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