Geek Out, Don't Freak Out

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

Nov 212 min read

OMG Point Your Toes

Are you having trouble getting your students to point their feet? Here are six tips to help you help your ballet dancers

Nov 142 min read

What to Correct First in Ballet Class

For corrections to be most effective, you need to offer them in a way where the information builds. Here are the first three things to check

Oct 42 min read

Clarity in Ballet Technique--Chassé

There are small details in chassé that can be taught differently, depending on your preference and goals. The most important thing is consis

Sep 52 min read

Clarity in Ballet Technique--Piqué Turns

I don't think there's a magic trick that will automatically get every student to maintain turnout in piqué turns. It's just attention to det

Aug 222 min read

Core Strength > Turnout in Ballet

Everyone wants flat turnout. Never mind that the huge majority of us are never going to safely attain it (although most of us can get close

Jul 43 min read

Clarity in Ballet Technique--Frappé, part 2

In this second post exploring teaching frappé we look at the flexed foot, wrapped, and fully pointed options.

Jun 273 min read

Clarity in Ballet Technique--Frappé, part 1

To brush or not to brush? More importantly, are all you teachers teaching frappé the same way? If not, why not? A clear plan is critical to

Feb 222 min read

Finally! Battement Makes Sense at Last

I have always been confused about the term "battement." Yes, I know that it means "beating" but does that really make sense? Battement...

Feb 152 min read

The First Suggestion I Give When Teaching Ballet Class (usually)

I love getting to guest teach! I am always very excited to share what I can and I always leave inspired by the wonderful dancing I was...

Jan 184 min read

Plié is so much more than bending the knees!

In my very first ballet class I was told that a plié is when you bend and straighten your knees. That's it. That's all the information I...