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WHAT IS DANCE?
The answer to this thought provoking question may vary depending on who you ask. A basic answer would be that it is a nonverbal form of...

Jaime Montana
Dec 26, 2023


FULL TRANSPARENCY
As a studio owner for almost 17 years, few things are “firsts” for me. However, I recently faced the scariest moment of my life. From age 5,

Jaime Montana
Nov 21, 2023


UNDERSTANDING AND TRUSTING YOUR DANCE TEACHER
For those new to dance, you might have questions about why certain things are done. Understanding the history and intricacies of dance is cr

Jaime Montana
Oct 20, 2023


BACK TO DANCE
As we settle in to a new year of dance let’s be sure that we are setting our dancers and ourselves up for success. As studio owners/Director

Jaime Montana
Sep 26, 2023


COMMUNITY IN DANCE
Community is not only one of our core values but also something we plan on focusing more on this year. It is important that within our studi

Jaime Montana
Aug 21, 2023


SUMMER DANCE
Many dancers eagerly await summer for vacations and downtime, which are crucial for rejuvenation. However, extended breaks from dance can le

Jaime Montana
Jul 24, 2023


EMBRACE THE JOY OF RECITAL SEASON: SHINE AND CELEBRATE GROWTH
Who says Christmas is the happiest time of the year? Not me. Recital time is when true joy and fulfillment flourish. It's a time to...

Jaime Montana
Jun 2, 2023


WHY DO YOU DANCE?
I have been thinking back to my college days lately and remembering one very important class “Dance Theory” I remember it was the first...

Jaime Montana
Apr 30, 2023


HOW TO RE-CHARGE AND WHY IT'S IMPORTANT
Many times as dancers we become hyper-focused on the art form and passion we love and we can lose ourselves. It is very important to be...

Jaime Montana
Apr 24, 2023


THE AGE OLD QUESTION…IS DANCE AN ART OR A SPORT?
Well depending who you ask the answer can vary. As a dancer myself for 43 years I stay true to my belief that dance is an art. Are...

Jaime Montana
Mar 28, 2023


BEING A WELL ROUNDED DANCER
I’m sure you have all heard it said that Ballet is the foundation of all forms of dance, and while there is some truth to that, all...

Jaime Montana
Feb 20, 2023


LEADERSHIP IN DANCE
I have said it before and I will say it again, Dance creates leaders and the world needs more of them always. We are a leadership program...

Jaime Montana
Jan 20, 2023


THE IMPORTANCE OF THE RIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY
Choreography is a very personal thing, but to who? The choreographer or the dancer? The answer is both, in my opinion. While the...

Jaime Montana
Dec 27, 2022


CONNECTION IN CLASS
We speak so often about kids these days being on a screen for too long and how that is not the best developmentally for their growth....

Jaime Montana
Nov 27, 2022


DOES SIZE MATTER?
The answer in short, is yes! Class size in a dance classroom is not only important based on physical space but what kind of learning...

Jaime Montana
Oct 23, 2022


FINDING THE RIGHT FIT IN A STUDIO
I’m sure you have heard it said before, “There is a studio out there for everybody” but what exactly does that mean? It means that the...

Jaime Montana
Jul 26, 2022


SUMMER DANCE
You have heard the old saying “If you don’t use it, you lose it” well, that’s true for dancers too. While dancers, as any athletes do...

Jaime Montana
Jun 16, 2022


DANCE TAUGHT FROM A MULTI MEDIA PERSPECTIVE
What did I just say? Sounds crazy? Yes, but hear me out. As a teacher for 27 years, I have learned the importance of evolving with the...

Jaime Montana
Apr 25, 2022


WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A STUDIO
When considering dance for your child there are few things to consider that you may not have thought of. Here is a list of the top ten...

Jaime Montana
Mar 17, 2022


WHAT’S STANDING IN YOUR WAY?
Believe it or not many dancers that may seem confident on stage in the final performance did not get there overnight. Many dancers...

Jaime Montana
Feb 11, 2022
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