Going for Title – Is It Worth It?
One of the most frequent questions I see in dance mom groups on social media is: “What is title?” and “Is it worth it?” While the answer to the first question can be fairly clear, the answer…
Power Up! The Power Pak Dance Intensive – What To Know
If your child has competed in Star Dance Alliance events, you may have seen some dancers being given a brochure about something called Power Pak. After years of my daughters receiving these coveted invitations, Jocelyn decided to…
Leaving Competitive Dance Behind
After a decade of competing, my daughter decided to leave the competition dance team. Here are the "why's" and "how's," plus how our family is handling it.
Just Take the Dang Class!
Letting your child skip that dreaded convention class might be the easy choice in the moment, but it can do more harm than good. Here's why:
World Dance Pageant – What To Expect
The World Dance Pageant is a wonderful experience for soloists, but first-timers might find themselves overwhelmed. Know what to expect of this premiere event!
Rhinestone Rumble
The debate between the glue and hotfix camps can get pretty...heated! The two rival camps square off in this rhinestone dance mom meme!
Flying Solo – A Dancer’s Big Moment
When your dancer is invited to perform a solo, consider everything that goes into it! Check these boxes to make the most of the experience.
Bigs and Littles – Partnering Up
In dance, studio directors might pair an older dancer with a younger one to form Big Sister/Little Sister (or Brother) pairs. Here's the scoop!
My Podcast Debut!
I am THRILLED to have been a guest on Making the Impact's dance podcast, Episode 75, "Budgeting for Competitive Dance!" Click here to take a listen!
Money-Saving Tips for Dance Moms
Competitive dance is arguably one of the most expensive extracurricular activities your child can participate in. Save some money with these tips and tricks!
