Shannon Gallagher
Jazz Shoes, Dance Sneakers and More
There are so many choices for dance shoes, besides the obvious (ballet and tap shoes). How do you know what's right for your dancer?
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Shannon Gallagher
- Jan 5, 2021
- 2 min
My Favorite Add-On for Teaching Dance
If 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
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 27, 2020
- 3 min
Hey, Dance Teachers - Skip the Drama
Hey, 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.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 22, 2020
- 3 min
To 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.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 17, 2020
- 2 min
Flexibility Equipment Review
If you're considering purchasing flexibility equipment for yourself or your dancer, check out my reviews first.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 14, 2020
- 1 min
Ideas for Nutcracker Gifts
I've got a few suggestions for the perfect gift to buy your dancer, either as a performance gift or for the holidays.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
Your 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.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min
Tutus, 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
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min
Give Your Dancer The Best Online Experience
Taking a dance class online is difficult ...So, what can you do to make it the best experience possible? Here are a few suggestions
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 8, 2020
- 3 min
Portable Dance Floor Review
The pandemic has lead us all in directions we never thought we would go... like dance classes at home!
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 8, 2020
- 2 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.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Dec 7, 2020
- 2 min
Turning Board Reviews
The Frank Frog Pirouetter is by far my favorite turning board.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Nov 12, 2020
- 2 min
Learn How to Make a Ballet Bun
As a ballet teacher, the "messy" bun is like nails on a chalk board to me.
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Shannon Gallagher
- Oct 11, 2020
- 2 min
Choosing the Proper Dancewear
Leotards 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
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Shannon Gallagher
- Oct 11, 2020
- 1 min
Now 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...
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Shannon Gallagher
- Oct 11, 2020
- 1 min
What You Need For A Successful Pointe Experience
Besides 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...
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