As you’ve probably noticed, the team at Classic Image Dance has already begun talking about next year’s recital! Even though it’s fall, our recital planning is well underway. It’s this time of year, with the buzz of recital just beginning, that parents sometimes ask us, “Why should my child participate? What’s beneficial about it?” This is an excellent question—and a …
At Classic Image Dance, we believe that learning how to dance should be an encouraging and positive experience for children at any age! And while the dance steps themselves are an important element to every class, the benefits of dance go far beyond pliés and pirouettes. Here are our five favorite benefits of dance: Dance requires perseverance In today’s world …
Achieving excellence through continuing education is a priority for everyone at Classic Image Dance and is a valued part of our culture. It is important to me to not only meet, but exceed your expectations in every interaction we have with you. One of the best ways for us to exceed expectations in the classroom is by ensuring our teachers …
This year I am celebrating 25 years as a dance educator and 22 years as a studio owner, and I have never been more excited to watch our students discover the joy of dance. Dance has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. My mom was also a studio owner, so I was born into …
We’ve just about finished up our first month of classes for our 27th season, and wow! CID parents and students, you are awesome! Parents, we treasure you and your children! We love seeing you each week, getting to know you, teaching your children and sharing life with you! All of our students have been working so hard in class and …
We are excited to share this article by Jerry Buchs. He shares different points of view from dance experts across the country. With the dance studio season coming to an end, it’s time to “roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer”…and in the dance world there’s summer study, in particular. So then the question becomes, “Why dance this …
SIMPLE WAYS TO GET A HEALTHY JUMPSTART IN 2018! As dancers/athletes, it is imperative for us to keep our bodies fueled and in tip-top condition. Understanding nutrition and how it works hand in hand with your training is an essential to keeping yourself at 110%. Below is an excerpt from the book Fueling Young Athletes by Heather R. Mangieri RDN, CSSD, …
I wanted to share with you this article by Veronica Good about why every dancer should learn to tap. I am a tapper at heart and truly do believe every dancer should tap. She offers 3 great points and I would just like to add that dancers who tap tend to have better musicality and rhythm. It helps them in …
DANCE RECITALS CREATE GREAT MEMORIES Dance recitals are known for creating wonderful memories—both for the dancer and their family and friends. The costumes become keepsakes, the photos become a part of treasured scrapbooks, and the DVDs become your household’s most-watched entertainment – at least they are at my house! I was just 3 years old when I performed in …
Dancing in a different space (the stage) helps children adapt to the world around them. Telling a story via a dance in the recital helps emphasize the importance non-verbal communication Being a part of the dance studio’s community in a recital helps a child see the “bigger picture” and motivates and inspires them Learning choreography and remembering it on stage …