Smile pretty, pointe your toes, and never forget to put on your lipstick. For as long as I can remember, my mom has reminded me of these three things before every dance recital. I used to get annoyed that she was trying to intervene while I was warming up to ready myself for the stage....
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How to Master a New Dance Style This Year
An Introduction to Learning a New Dance Style Learning a new dance style is a great way to become a well-rounded dancer. Becoming a versatile dancer can help you strengthen different muscle groups, expose you to a new style of dance you may really love and allow you to develop new skills. Consider finding a dance...
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Dance Nutrition 101: How to Stay Healthy While Dancing
An Introduction to Dance Nutrition 101 Proper dance nutrition is vital for dancers to perform their best and remain healthy. However, it can be challenging to understand which types of foods are best for dancers, and when to eat them. Along with the right foods, staying hydrated and getting lots of sleep are also important. In...
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How to Get the Most Out of Dance Competitions
An Introduction to Great Dance Competitions Participating in dance competitions can be an incredibly rewarding experience for dancers of all ages and experience levels. We’re often asked what our best advice is to help our dancers make the most of their competitions and achieve the success they’re looking for. Although there are several things we suggest...
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Dance Competition Prep: How to Prepare Properly
An Introduction to Dance Competition Prep As dance competition season looms closer, it can be a little overwhelming to navigate! How should you properly prepare? Do you have everything you need to do your best? What things should you avoid as competitions get closer? At KDC, our staff has been participating in a variety of competitions...
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The Importance of Dance Health: Rest & Injury Prevention
Why Dance Health Matters To remain fit, it’s imperative that you take care of your body properly to maintain ideal dance health. Dancing allows you to stay active, meet new people and fall in love with a new hobby. However, sometimes dancers are prone to certain injuries due to the repetitive nature of the sport....
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Why Staying Hydrated as a Dancer Matters
Staying Hydrated as a Dancer You’ve probably heard that water is super important for your body, but you may not know the full extent. Did you know that water makes up an astounding 60-70% of our bodies? Or that your skeletal muscles consist of approximately 73% water? Lastly, did you know your blood is about...
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5 Ways to Improve Your Dance Technique this Year
How to Improve Your Dance Technique If you’re looking to improve your dance technique in 2018, there are several factors to explore. First, congratulations on taking the first step! Often times the hardest part of setting a new goal is getting started. You’re off to a great start by doing your research. Next, it’s important...
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3 Tips to Improve a Dancer’s Strength
How to Improve a Dancer’s Strength Regardless if you’re new to dancing or you’ve been dancing for years, having the strength to properly execute dance moves is key. Improving your strength means better endurance throughout practice and having the ability to quickly move from one motion to the next during a dance competition. Increasing your strength...
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How to Choose the Right Dance Instructor: 3 Key Qualities
Choosing the Right Dance Instructor There are several qualities to look for when selecting the right dance instructor for you or your child. Considerations should include a teacher’s dance background and experience, their willingness to help you set dance goals (regardless of how small or big they may be) and their commitment to respecting and...
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