Sharon Milanese smiles as she adjusts a student's arm. The student stands at the barre in first position, arm extended in second position.

How to Help Your Students Avoid Tensing Up

Rachel Caldwell

t’s not uncommon for students to overly engage their muscles via clenching, tensing and gripping when they’re attempting something new or challenging. But if this habit is left unaddressed, dancers run the risk of experiencing increased fatigue, developing inefficient movement habits and even being more prone to injury.

Chryssie Whitehead, wearing a dark sweater and wide yellow headband, stands in a studio with her hand on aa student's upper chest, helping her breath.
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How to Build Students’ Stamina in the Studio So They Can Conquer the Stage

Lauren Wingenroth

Dancer Ranee Ramaswamy performs bharatanatyam on stage wearing a yellow costume, with her eyes looking upward.
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No More Wandering Eyes: How to Help Students Develop a Strong Focus

Lauren Wingenroth

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