Shannon GallagherApr 22, 20212 minHelpful Hints for a Successful RecitalI want your Dress Rehearsals and Recitals to be successful and enjoyable! Here’s a few helpful tips I’ve learned along the way…
Shannon GallagherJan 5, 20212 minMy Favorite Add-On for Teaching DanceIf you're a dance teacher you know that sometimes you need to pull a few things out of your hat to keep the dancers engaged
Shannon GallagherDec 27, 20203 minHey, Dance Teachers - Skip the DramaHey, dance teachers, your studio doesn't have to be filled with drama. No, really. There's no need for drama and you can eliminate it.
Shannon GallagherDec 22, 20203 minTo Compete or Not to Compete?This really is a personal choice, depending on how you and your child feel about being competitive and its importance.
Shannon GallagherDec 10, 20202 minYour First Pair of Pointe Shoes!There is probably nothing more exciting or highly anticipated in a dancer's life than being given permission to go en pointe.
Shannon GallagherDec 10, 20202 minTutus, Ballet Skirts and Dance Shorts!Let's talk about the accessories that can be worn to dance class. There are certainly a lot of options
Shannon GallagherDec 9, 20202 minGive Your Dancer The Best Online ExperienceTaking a dance class online is difficult ...So, what can you do to make it the best experience possible? Here are a few suggestions
Shannon GallagherDec 8, 20202 min"Do I really need to buy dance tights?"Yes, you really do need to buy dance tights. Tights that little girls wear to church or school are not made for dancing.
Shannon GallagherNov 12, 20202 minLearn How to Make a Ballet BunAs a ballet teacher, the "messy" bun is like nails on a chalk board to me.
Shannon GallagherOct 11, 20202 minChoosing Ballet ShoesI couldn't be more excited for you and your child! Let's make it the best possible experience by setting your child up for success!
Shannon GallagherOct 11, 20202 minChoosing the Proper DancewearLeotards come in all different colors and styles! How will you ever choose? Well, if your dance studio has a dress code, you've got a head s
Shannon GallagherOct 11, 20201 minNow You Need Tap Shoes!We've gotten you set up with ballet shoes and a leotard and tights. Now your child wants to add tap too! Hurray! Tap dancing is so much...
Shannon GallagherOct 11, 20201 minWhat You Need For A Successful Pointe ExperienceBesides the obvious (pointe shoes) there are a few things that you should always keep in your dance bag to help ensure that you have a...