One of the many difficulties of directing a children’s gym relates to managing staff. While the arena of staffing will always come with some challenges and tasks, the need for your involvement is intensified when employee turnover rates are high. Once you understand the basic issues that tend to lead to employee turnover, you’ll be […]
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Dancer Feet: Foot Care Tips, Part 2
The first three steps toward caring for your dancer feet are only the beginning! Today we’ll take a look at three more all-important parts of caring for your 2 most prized possessions: after all, you wouldn’t be able to dance without them! 4. Keep an Eye on Your Big Toes If we had to choose […]
Time Management Tips and Tools for Busy Business People
Time. It’s something none of us can afford to waste. And yet, despite our many gadgets and supposed time-saving devices, we can’t seem to cram our days full enough to keep ourselves — and our businesses — above water. Well, it’s always good to get some outside help, and driven entrepreneurs are a great source […]
3 Steps To Inspiring Your Dancers This Year
Why is dance important to you? If you are a dance studio owner or instructor, we’re guessing it’s not simply because it’s become your means of income; it’s worth far more than that to you. And you want it to be more than simply one more activity on the list for the young dancers under […]
Healthy Home Snacking for Young Athletes, Part 2
When you’re trying to avoid unhealthy additives for your young athlete, finding snack options can be a challenge. And we all know that simply saying, “Grab an apple,” can easily get old. Well, in addition to ideas on how to make a variety of fruits accessible, we have some other ideas for easy-to-prepare, healthy snacks […]
Dance Studio Management Software Review
As the American painter Robert Henri once observed, “A work of art is the trace of a magnificent struggle.” That could be said for any artistic form, including the invisible lines traced in the air by a skilled dancer. The night of the recital, the audience stands in awe of all of those adorable dancers […]
Gifts for Young Dancers: Dance-Themed Toys from Melissa & Doug
Well known for their well-made wooden toys, toy company Melissa and Doug® has produced a surprising number of dance-themed toys. These Melissa and Doug products can help toddlers and young children foster an appreciation for dance that extends beyond the studio. Dance-Themed Puzzles Puzzles help build early problem-solving skills as well as coordination, and Melissa […]
Gifts for Young Dancers: Print that’s On Pointe
If you’re looking for inspiration for the dancer in your life, you might want to check out these magazines and novels to help encourage her on her journey. Pointe Magazine Whether you’re looking for inspiration from other dancers, warm-up ideas, tips for technique, audition information, or extra training opportunities, Pointe magazine provides an ideal window […]
Shrewsbury, PA Piano Teacher Advice
On Teaching Younger Children As a piano teacher, I am often asked how soon a child could or should begin taking piano lessons. The answers vary, and the following is a guide to help in the decision making process. When a very young child begins to take piano lessons, there are several things to be […]