Things Dancers Miss When They Stop Dancing
The adrenaline. There is no feeling in the world like doing what you love in front of an audience. No matter how many times you danced in front of your friends and loved ones, you experienced a certain kind of rush that nothing else can replace. Once you've stopped...
Dancing From Home During COVID-19
Social distancing and the COVID-19 pandemic has taken dancers out of the studio. However, that doesn't mean the dancing needs to stop! Many studios, including Dance Express LLC Dance and Well-Being Studio, have turned to various social media platforms to bring classes...
Dancers Need Self-Care!
Dance is incredibly demanding, especially at a professional level. Dancers give an incredible amount of mental and physical energy to their art form. For most dancers, dance is their life and sometimes they forget to nurture themselves. Here are some self-care tips...
Dance Studio “Loyalty”
There is a term that is used in the world of dance studios: studio-hopper. The term is typically used to describe a dancer who bounces from studio to studio. Rather than labeling a dancer as a studio hopper, ask the dancer what they are looking for in a dance studio....
Dance Fitness: The Fun & Sweaty Benefits
Most people shy away from dance fitness classes because they are afraid they have two left feet. Some are intimidated by the idea of dancing in front of others in a room full of mirrors. However, dance fitness classes are one of the most enjoyable way to get your...
Tap Dancing Benefits
Tap dance is not only fun to learn and fun to perform, but it also includes a few health benefits!Some benefits include:Cardiovascular conditioning.Strengthening of the legs and feet.Increased flexibility in the hips, knees, and ankles.Improved coordination.Increased...
Dancers Need to Take Beginner Classes (Especially Those Who Consider Themselves Advanced!)
A beginner dance class is great training for dancers of all levels.If you’re just starting to dance, then it may be tempting to jump into advanced class. They look super cool and can definitely push you to your limit. But, if you are just starting...
10 Things Your Dance Teacher Might Not Tell You
Dance teachers want their students to succeed!Dance teachers work just as hard outside of the studio! Researching, training, choreographing, music editing, performance prepping, office work, and more.Dance teachers love to be thanked.When dancers are tired and a...
8 Things You Can Eat Before Dance Class
Dancer's need to be properly nourished and hydrated. Like any physical activity, taking a dance class requires high energy levels, concentration, focus, and strength. One way to meet these expectations is to eat foods before the class that will help you meet these...