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Ballet Workouts: Alignment

Feel wobbly when you try to balance? Have trouble finding your center line in ballet class? These exercises will help you find your center line and strengthen the muscles that help you hold your alignment when dancing.

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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Why is it important to be punctual to ballet class?

When you are running late for work how do you feel? Flustered, disorganized, rushed, stressed, upset? When your child comes in late for class they feel the same way. These feelings take away your child’s focus and diminishes their ability to learn and have fun.

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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Why is class attendance so important?

The number one thing that helps every kid do better in class is to not miss class. No matter how much natural talent your child has, they will fall behind if they do not come to class on a regular basis.

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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Why are secured ballet buns so important?

In ballet class we spin, leap, and turn a lot. Messy buns with 2 bobby pins and top knots held together with scrunchies are not going to cut it.

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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How can I make sure my hair won’t fall out in ballet class?

Tired of your hair falling out in class? Try Miss. Kathleen’s Shake Test!

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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What is Spotting?

What is spotting? Why do ballerinas do it and how?

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How to Sew Pointe Shoes

Need help sewing your first pair of pointe shoes? Looking for a some sewing tricks that will give your ribbons more staying power? Follow along with Miss. Kathleen in these step-by-step videos.

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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Valentine’s Day Ballerina Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Still looking for the perfect gift for your Ballerina? Here are some great ideas that she will love!

Guest Author: Miss. Kathleen

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