Spring is in full swing at the studio, and dancers are hard at work learning choreography for our (optional) annual performance. As a reminder, please hold June 4th and 5th for the performance, and we will get back to you with details once they are confirmed. From this point on, please try to bring your dancers to class consistently so they don't get behind in their class choreography.
REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER CAMP!
Steppin' Out is pleased to offer two weeks of camp this summer. Your campers can sign up for delightful and age-appropriate adventures with Angela and summer camp hero Pearl, both fully vaccinated. Enjoy dance, arts & crafts, baking, theater games, and unstructured outdoor time at Chan Kaajal Park the week of July 18-22, July 25-29, or both (each week is different!). Learn more or register now.
OPEN FOR SPRING BREAK
As a reminder, Steppin' Out will not close for any holidays this spring. We will be open during all spring breaks, so please come to class as often as your family's plans permit.
MOVEMENT OF THE MONTH: FINDING BALANCE
With all that is happening in the world, balance is more important than ever. Encourage your dancers to practice balance in their own bodies. Younger dancers can try standing on one leg and imagining their standing foot growing roots into the ground. Older dancers can practice the same position but add in relevé. Experiment with different arms to see what effect they have on balance--arms stretched to side, up over heads, or fingers down toward the floor. Don't forget to practice on both legs!
DANCE IN THE NEWS: EMPOWERING DANCERS
Teacher Emily is also a dance advocate and writer. Her recent blog post on Life as a Modern Dancer, "Empowering Dancers through Contracts," shares ideas and models of how choreographers can use contracts to make work experiences safer and more productive for dancers. Emily has a family-friendly show running at the ODC Theater from May 26th-28th, so please stay tuned for more information in the coming months.
QUICK TIP: ADD DANCE TO YOUR TRIP
Traveling for spring break? If you're ready for a show, why not add a live dance performance to your family's itinerary?