Possibly the worst thing dancers can do when there is a strong desire to improve is make negative comparisons of themselves to other dancers. Sometimes comparisons help us create a realistic picture and provide awareness of where we are and where we still have to go. However, comparisons must stop there.
setting goals
Month by Month: January — Setting Goals
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January is a great time to take a little time out to guide students in setting goals and planning how they’ll achieve them.
Class Planning Part One: Developing a Curriculum Outline
I begin with the goal, the endpoint, the ideal, and then decide how to get there. If I am designing curriculum for a workshop the aims may be fewer and less grand than if I’m planning curriculum for an eight-year course of study.
Mustering their Motivation: Strategies for Engaging and Inspiring Students
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It can be hard to want to pour more of yourself into inspiring lackluster learners. But, as a teacher, you feel compelled to instill a passion for dance. So, how can you motivate students in a way that won’t deplete your energy reserves?
Reflection and Journaling for Dancers
Dance is a form of expression, allowing one to creatively or artistically “speak” through a non-verbal language. However, dancers have often found a need to express themselves through words and writing as well. In fact, writing can be a useful tool for dancers, teachers, and choreographers. And, journaling or keeping a diary is a great […]
Finding the Right Dance Studio/Teacher – Setting Goals To Determine What’s Right For You
Are you new to dance? Looking to take your dancing to the next level? It’s important to find the studio, school, or teacher that’s right for you. As the photo title (right) suggests, behind our goals are our dreams. A dream is an idea and a goal is a destination. What comes between these two […]
