No Dance Classes on Monday, February 19th!

Hello Parents and Dancers, 

We will NOT be having dance classes this Monday, February 19th due to President's Day.

Sincerely,

Bryn Mawr Dance Instructors

Professional Day on Friday, February 16th!

Hello Parents and Dancers, 

We will not be having dance classes this Friday, February 16th due to Professional Day. Enjoy your long weekend!

Sincerely,

Bryn Mawr Dance Instructors 

10 Tips For Improving Your Dance Versatility

10 TIPS FOR IMPROVING DANCE VERSATILITY 

Gaby Diaz's from Dance Spirit Magazine lists her TOP ten tips for improving dance versatility. Read more below!

Have an Open Mind

Don't be a slave to dance trends. Be willing to give anything a try. "The styles you see on Instagram might be what you think of as popular, but there are a ton of great styles and great teachers out there, so keep an open mind," Diaz says.

Take a Lot of Classes

This one's a no-brainer: If you want to become a versatile dancer, you have to "take as many classes in as many different styles as you can," Diaz says.

Find Your Own Groove

"Be true to yourself in every class you're in," Diaz says. "I was always really self-conscious in ballet classes because I didn't necessarily look like the ballerina type. As soon as I just accepted who I was in that class, I found it to be a lot more enjoyable."

Don't Compare Yourself to Others

When you're working in an unfamiliar style, others in your class will probably be more advanced than you are—but don't let that bring you down! ""Be inspired by the people around you, instead of tearing yourself apart thinking you aren't what they are," Diaz says.

Find a New Spot in the Room

"I used to be obsessive about my spot at the ballet barre, and I kind of found that I was reliving the same ballet class over and over again when I stood there," Diaz says. "Find a new spot in the room! It might bring a new energy to your dancing."

Research Dance

Instead of spending hours watching your favorite contemporary dancers on Instagram, research styles that are new to you. "I can have a love-hate relationship with the internet, but it's definitely a great tool to be able to explore a lot of different types of dance," Diaz says.

Find Multiple Role Models

It's important not only to have a versatile role model like Diaz, but also to find role models in each style of dance. "I like to play the 'Who Was Their Teacher?' game," Diaz says. "If I meet a dancer I really love, I ask who their teacher was, and then I research their teacher, and follow the chain."

Give Every Class Your All

Don't ever give less than 100 percent—especially in classes that aren't your strong suit. "It's one thing to physically show up to class, but throw yourself into it just as you would with a style you know and are comfortable with," Diaz says.

Don't Get Frustrated

"You don't have to have everything perfect in your first class," Diaz says. "The point of class is to be able to learn over a period of time. Be OK with feeling uncomfortable, because that's how you grow."

Just Have Fun

No matter how challenging learning multiple styles can be, remember to have a good time. "Always do it for the love of it," Diaz says. "Just have fun!"

Click below to read the complete article:

http://www.dancespirit.com/gaby-diaz-dance-versatility-2524281040.html

Attendance is Important!

Attendance is very important. 

The classes in this session are primarily focusing on preparing students for the performance in April.  Please try to keep absences to a minimum. Thank you!

Dance Uniform Information for Spring Session 2018

IMPORTANT UNIFORM INFORMATION 2018

We are now using Discount Dance Supply as our uniform supplier. If your dancer has danced with us in the past and her uniform from previous seasons, feel free to continue wearing that as we make this transition. She will need the specific items from Discount Dance, however, for our Spring performance. Here are the directions for using Discount Dance:

1. Go to https://www.discountdance.com/ 

2. Under the "Student" option (top, left side of page), click on "Find a studio" or "Find my Dress Code" (either will work).

3. In the search box, enter the studio number: TP 119912.  Please be sure that you enter this number and/or see that you are on our specific page as we earn points from all purchases.  The points we earn is used to help defray the cost of additional costume items.

4. You will see an option listed for The Dance School Bryn Mawr School and a link that says "Dress Lists" -click this and you will be taken to a page where you can search, by class name, for the uniform requirements for each of your child's classes. 

Important: Please note that we use pieces in the uniform for our performance and, therefore, it is important that you purchase the correct items. In some instances, there are more than one option for a class- this could be that both child and adult sizes are listed OR that you may choose between the different styles offered.  

* Please note: If you prefer to purchase uniform items from another vendor, please make sure it is the same as what is being sold on Discount Dance Supply. If you are unsure, please ask. 

Labeling: 

In order to avoid missing school uniform pieces and/or dance clothing, please label ALL clothing and shoes (both school uniform and dance attire).  Please have your daughter bring her dance clothes to school in a small, separate bag.

Winter Dance Classes Begin!

Hello,

WELCOME BACK DANCERS!

We kick off the Winter Season this Wednesday, January 17th! We cannot wait to get started on our choreography for the May Concert.

See you all soon,

Bryn Mawr Dance Instructors 

Dance Classes are Canceled this Monday, January 15th!

Hello Parents,

Bryn Mawr School is closed on Monday, January 15th for the Martin Luther King holiday. ALL dance classes are canceled. Enjoy the day off!

Thanks,
Bryn Mawr Dance Instructors