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From parents recording every combination to students posting rehearsals on TikTok, smartphones have permeated the dance studio. So how can teachers and studio owners balance the desire to capture and share dance joys while protecting privacy, maintaining boundaries, and keeping students focused in class? Join our next DT+ Teacher Talk, “Filming in the Studio in the […]
From parents recording every combination to students posting rehearsals on TikTok, smartphones have permeated the dance studio. So how can teachers and studio owners balance the desire to capture and share dance joys while protecting privacy, maintaining boundaries, and keeping students focused in class? Join our next DT+ Teacher Talk, “Filming in the Studio in […]
In this exclusive DT+ Teacher Talk, physical therapist, Holly Navarro, and pointe shoe fitter and retailer, Kristin Ruggieri, joins Dance Teacher‘s senior consulting editor and Pointe‘s editor-in-chief, Amy Brandt, to discuss the physical and technical benchmarks teachers should consider, red flags to watch for, and practical ways to prepare dancers for pointe. Takeaways for Teachers 1. […]
We’re about to announce our 2026 Dance Teacher Award honorees—five extraordinary educators who have made a lasting impact on dancers and communities through their artistry, mentorship, and dedication to dance education. Later this month, you’ll be able to read each honoree’s profile and learn what made them stand out to our awards committee. Stay tuned! […]
Is your dancer truly ready for pointe—or simply eager to begin? Do you know which physical markers, strength benchmarks, and technical skills should be in place before making the transition? Join our next DT+ Teacher Talk, “Assessing Pointe Readiness,” on Thursday, August 13, at 12 pm EDT on Zoom, for an in-depth conversation on preparing […]
What does it take to create safer, healthier competition dance spaces for students today? In our next DT+ Teacher Talk on Tuesday, June 23, at 12 pm EDT, we’re tackling the question head-on with Geraldine Brown, creator of the Equitable Commercial Dance Program at Loyola Marymount University, and Cat Cogliandro, educator, choreographer, and advocate for […]
Are you committed to creating a healthier dance culture for your competitive-dance students? Join our next DT+ Teacher Talk on Tuesday, June 23, 12 pm EDT, to explore how you can go beyond physical safety to foster an environment where your dancers can thrive mentally and emotionally during competition season. In this engaging, hour-long Zoom […]
Discover fresh, creative strategies for connecting K–12 dance education with core academic subjects like math and science in our next DT+ Teacher Talk on Thursday, April 23, at 12 pm EDT. In this engaging, hour-long Zoom session, Dance Teacher’s editorial director, Reanne Rodrigues, and Shana Habel, K–12 arts coordinator for the Los Angeles Unified School […]
Discover fresh, creative strategies for connecting K–12 dance education with core academic subjects like math and science in our next DT+ Teacher Talk on Thursday, April 23, at 12 pm EDT. In this engaging, hour-long Zoom session, Dance Teacher’s editorial director, Reanne Rodrigues, and Shana Habel, K–12 arts coordinator for the Los Angeles Unified School […]
March brings fresh, springlike momentum into the studio, so this month’s DT+ stories highlight thoughtful, joyful teaching. First up, we’re diving into a timely conversation on safe stretching practices—taking a closer look at how flexibility is taught and how we can better protect dancers’ long-term health without sacrificing artistry. March is also your chance to […]
