Geek Out, Don't Freak Out

The answer is out there somewhere--I just haven't found it yet

When it Feels Like All You Do is Run Out of Time

Do you ever feel like your class is behind? Of course you do--we all do. But "behind" requires us to compare our class with someone else's

Teaching Steps v. Concepts in Ballet Class

Most ballet teachers cover the steps. But a top-quality ballet education needs to include steps and concepts--and not all

Tips for Hard Teaching Days

Mid-season can be rough. Here are my favorite mantras and approaches to help get through the very important work now, which will make

Helping Nurture Friendships and Belonging in Ballet Class--Introvert Edition

It's really important for students to feel like they belong in ballet class. It makes class a place they are excited to come to.

Mid-Year Realignment

I love the way that winter break sort of selectively wipes the slate clean in ballet class. We get to keep the progress we've made and...

Geeky Ballerina curriculum FAQ 1

Why are there no "expectations to advance to the next level" included in the beginning division? A: In the beginning division of the Geeky

I can't believe I've slacked off about these key tips in ballet teaching

I was reminded of some critical steps I haven't been super-consistent about in my teaching. I got so busy worrying about how people

Readjusting my ballet teaching approach

I'm at a new studio this year. I've spent the last few years directing the ballet program at a competition studio and had a wonderful