Geek Out, Don't Freak Out: My Treasure Trove of Lessons Learned

Every summer, dance teachers face the same beautiful challenge: how to truly thrive during these precious months. After pouring our energy into students all year, we deserve intentional rest—but we also need thoughtful preparation for fall. Through years of being a "time optimist" I've discovered that creating clear boundaries and implementing efficient systems are the keys to summer thriving. Learn the concrete practices that have transformed my summer experience from deplet

Progress reports used to feel like a huge burden—a ton of mental work for little appreciation. Now they're an opportunity to celebrate growth and create individualized roadmaps for students. Discover how having clear benchmarks, essential vocabulary lists, and built-in celebration points can transform progress reports from dreaded paperwork into valuable teaching tools. Learn practical strategies that save time while providing meaningful feedback to students and parents.

When young dancers want to quit because of uncomfortable tights, it's not trivial - it's a real barrier to their ballet journey. Our communi

Five reasons a thorough ballet curriculum will help your dance studio *business* so you can gain clients and profit while simplifying your