Blog Posts

My reflections and reactions to the goings-on in the dance world…

Hair-Do Or Do Not

Danielle March 2, 2021

How a dance mom was brought to her knees by a head of hair

The Pros and Cons of Block Scheduling, Part 2

Danielle February 16, 2021

When asked about the pros and cons of block scheduling, dance moms’ opinions were varied. For the rest of the cons and all of the pros, read here!

The Pros and Cons of Block Scheduling, Part 1

Danielle February 9, 2021

In the age of COVID, dance competitions have had to forgo traditional formats and replace them with block scheduling. When asked what the pros and cons were, dance moms sounded off on the plusses and minuses.

Just Duo (or Trio) It!

Danielle January 12, 2021

Being asked to be in a duo/trio is an honor for any dancer, but is your child ready? Read on to learn what to expect.

2020 Vision: The Dance Year in Review

Danielle December 29, 2020

As the world was plunged into a global pandemic, dance schools and companies struggled to stay afloat. Here’s a recap of the 2020 year in competitive dance.

The 12 Dancing Days of Christmas

Danielle December 24, 2020

For the holidays, I thought it would be fun to

SMART Goals for Dancers

Danielle December 22, 2020

Encouraging your dancers to set goals is a great way for them to reach their next milestone so they can continue to grow, both as artists and people. SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound) goals can help all children to reach new heights!