My entire life I’ve been told that I was going to have to work harder than anyone else to become a professional dancer. I’m only 4’11” and as I got older, my height became something I hated and it began to make
Enrollment for The Whole Dancer Program is now ongoing! If you haven’t signed up yet, it could be that you’re not quite sure or don’t think the timing is right. Your summer might already be super packed OR you were just planning
Everyday you’re working hard and doing everything you possibly can to achieve your dancing dreams. But are you really? You spend so much time in the studio and the work you do there is invaluable. It’s super important to continue
Mentors are Invaluable I’ve mentioned many times, in one way or another, the importance of a mentor for dancers. Some dancers are very lucky and work one on one with a coach or teacher. This person often becomes a guide
You know that you can improve your energy by eating more healthfully. This is a topic of great importance for dancers so I’ve touched on it before and will definitely touch on it again. For today, I want to get
During the first round of The Whole Dancer Program, New York City Ballet Soloist, Lauren King (one of my first ballet friends) shared an inspiring story. Lauren said: At the age of 10 I wrote a school paper about what
Most dancers understand that it’s necessary to stay hydrated. Yet, I always remember people having a hard time prioritizing that very necessary hydration. On the other hand, I was an obsessive hydrator. I think my non – dance friends were
Lauren Herfindahl is one of those dancer’s who you’re impressed by even before you see her dance. Her professional career started at a very young age, which can be super stressful, but she is doing amazingly well. She took part in
Ahhh, the relaxation that comes with the end of Nutcracker Season. Typically this is a time when your company may have a lay off or your school may be closed for a break. Depending on where you are geographically and
In a lot of ballet companies, Nutcracker season proves to be the busiest, most hectic time of year. Add to that your personal holiday commitments and you can easily fall into overwhelm. There’s a lot of very unhealthy tactics dancers