This workout is a different format than most of my workouts, but I really enjoyed it! It definitely pushes you a little harder than usual because you are pressed for time, yet have a certain number of repetitions to achieve. Plus the faster you go, the more rest time you get! (Or the more time to run … [Read More...]
Lesson Plans
Dancing a Book About Lines: The Straight Line Wonder
This is one of those books I just discovered while perusing the children's section of the library (a frequent activity of mine, much to my husband's dismay). It is … [Read More...]
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...]
The Rainbow Fish
Teaching dance classes with books is one of my favorite pastimes. I love how a story can motivate movement in children! The Rainbow Fish is a fun story for 3-8 … [Read More...]
Dance Games
The Pilobolus Alphabet
If you tried out The Name Game and liked it, here's another fun activity using the alphabet. The Human Alphabet … [Read More...]
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...]
Fitness
Workout of the Week – Pick 3 Body Parts
This week's workout is pretty flexible! Pick your three areas to work on, and go for it! It was really hard … [Read More...]
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...]