Did you know that the National Sleep Foundation has found that most children require 9 to 14 hours every 24 hours, depending on their age. Enough sleep also means healthy sleep, which produces a well-rested individual. Healthy sleep impacts both physical and intellectual development, both of which are necessary for high levels of achievement in dance. For a dancer to perform at his or her full … [Read More...] about Are Your Dancers Getting Enough Sleep?
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Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 5
Why work harder than you need to, especially when you can hack your way through?! While “hack” might rhyme with “slack,” sometimes you can get the same results while also slacking off a bit (see Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4). Today we’re going to look at a few more pool maintenance hacks that will be sure to have you wondering why you didn’t think of that … Continue about Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 5
Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 4
According to Dictionary.com, “hack” can be defined as “a tip, trick, or efficient method for doing or managing something.” These swimming pool maintenance hacks certainly aren’t the only ways to accomplish various tasks, but they take less time or money than the typical means of doing them (see Parts 1 , 2 & 3). Now, if you have a surplus of … Continue about Swimming Pool Maintenance Hacks, Part 4
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 4
Maybe you’re sold on the idea of installing a compact pool inside your home or in your yard (see Parts 1, 2 & 3). The only question left in your mind is that of cost. Like with traditional pools, the cost of installing a compact pool varies quite a bit depending on factors such as the actual size of the pool as well as the materials you choose. … Continue about Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 4
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 3
If you’re warming up to the idea of adding a compact pool to your property (see Parts 1 & 2), there are plenty of fun ways you can customize it to suit your individual tastes. Here are some suggestions to get you thinking outside the box. Add Extra Interest With Water Features If you want your small sized pool to look larger and more … Continue about Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 3
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 2
If you’re considering adding a compact pool to your indoor or outdoor property (see Part 1), one of the first elements you’ll want to consider is the size of the pool you want to buy. This will depend on your own personal preferences, your budget, and the amount of space you have available. Once you choose a specific size for your compact pool, … Continue about Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 2
Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 1
Perhaps you’ve always wanted a pool for relaxing on a hot day, but you just aren’t sure you have space in your postage stamp sized yard. Or maybe you’ve always wanted a custom in-ground pool, but you’re not sure if you can fit it into your budget. In either of these scenarios, a compact pool may be your ideal choice. Whether you’re limited by … Continue about Compact Swimming Pools 101, Part 1
Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 3
Ipe wood is an excellent choice as far as tropical decking materials go. Not only is it durable, long-lasting, and available in high grades, it is renowned for coming in a variety of beautiful color choices. In this article, we will wrap up our series on Ipe (see Parts 1 & 2) by taking a closer look at those color variations as well as offering … Continue about Ipe Wood: Premier Tropical Decking Material, Part 3
Kids Learn Crucial Life Skills from Extracurricular Activities
When parents sign their children up for extracurricular activities, it’s often because the child expresses an interest in a particular sport or art form. Though these activities can help children stay busy and out of trouble, they also teach kids important skills which they can carry with them throughout their lives. These would include: 1. … Continue about Kids Learn Crucial Life Skills from Extracurricular Activities
Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2
At your gymnastics center, you want to do more than provide one more “extracurricular activity” for the kids you serve: you want to help them establish healthy habits that will lead to lifelong physical fitness. In that endeavor, it’s important to not only understand what “physical fitness” entails but also the most significant areas of fitness — … Continue about Gymnastics Center Goals: Developing Physical Fitness Goals for Kids, Part 2