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Try 24 New Things this Year! Your 2024 Bucket List
Step out of your comfort zone this year. Rather than a "new year, new me" approach, keep it simple and check off the items on this list.
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Did You Warm Up? Good Job... Now Don't Forget Your Cooldown Exercises!
Emotional and physical recovery are incredibly beneficial post-class. Read how and why a cooldown routine can help your dancing.
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Eyes Set on Broadway? Let's Get You Prepared for Summer Stock
If you are someone who dreams of dancing on Broadway, here is a great way to get one step closer to the big stage.
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Dancing in Heels? Here are Your Best Shoe Options
Here's how to find new supportive shoes to buy depending on the style of dance, and the needs of your body.
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The Social and Emotional Benefits of Dance for Your Child with ADHD
Knowing how to keep children with ADHD interested and focused can be a challenge. Here's how dance can help.
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A Dancer's Post-Pandemic Wishlist: A Letter to My Future Self
As the light at the end of this pandemic tunnel appears in sight, here are a dancer's lessons learned and goals for the future.
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Avoid the Tense Career Talk at Your Next Family Gathering
Speak confidently about your professional dance career with your loved ones.
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Tap Dance and the Coronavirus Pandemic: A New Perspective
Tap dancer and teacher, Demi Remick, shares her perspective on how the tap dance community is persisting through the Coronavirus Pandemic.
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When Laughter is the Best Medicine, Turn to TikTok Dances
Why people turn to social media TikTok dances for a good laugh, pure entertainment, and emotional relief during times of crisis? Read on.