Hi everyone! Maggie Bergman here! I graduated from Northland’s senior line in 2017, alongside a fabulous group of ladies and with wonderful teachers and mentors who inspired me to continue to pursue my passion for performing to this day! Even though I was only a part of the Northland family for two years, I still […]
Beyond The Poms – Northland Alumni Alyssa Ulrick
Previous Next Our very own Alyssa Ulrick is featured in the “Beyond The Poms” spotlight! This is Alyssa’s rookie season with MVC and we couldn’t be more proud. Our dancers are so lucky to have Alyssa as their teacher. Her drive, dedication, and passion for them to always be better do not go unnoticed. Here […]
Catching Up With Lauren Retka – NSOD 2019 Graduate
Hello! My name is Lauren Retka. I am a graduate of Northland’s 2019 Senior Line. Although it has been a while since my time at Northland, it will forever hold a special place in my heart.I started dancing at Northland at the age of 10. Upon my arrival, I was greeted with warm smiles and […]
Are You Anxious About Your New Dance Class and Having the ‘New Class Jitters’?
It’s normal when starting nearly anything new to feel like the ‘odd man out’ or to have temporary doubts and feel nervous and anxious about something you were looking forward to. Even when something isn’t new – maybe you’ve done it for years – but now you are taking it up a notch, or are […]
Benefits Of Recreational Dance Classes For Your Little One
Introducing your child to a variety of activities when they are young is a great way to foster a love of learning and creativity and to discover where their interests are. While there are no shortages of activities to choose from, there are so many positive benefits to be gained by introducing your child to […]
What Are The Benefits of Summer Dance Classes?
Summer dance classes are great for all levels of experience, from the very beginner recreational dancer who has never stepped foot in a studio, to the seasoned competition dancer, and there is something for everyone in between! Whether signing up for an intensive or a week-long dance camp, or trying out a hip-hop class, learning […]
Taylor Stradinger – Then and Now
We want to share the sentiments of our dancers, parents, and staff with you, in their own words. We’ll be sharing more of their stories (and photos!!) here over time. First up is Taylor Stradinger, in her own words =)
Haley Klemesrud and Alyssa Roper Competing at UDA Nationals in Florida
Northland School of Dance alumnae head to Florida to compete in the UDA Nationals
What To Consider When Setting Dance Goals
Start by reflecting and identifying what is most important to you Think about the past year and what brought you joy, what motivated you, what gave you a sense of belonging and pride that you’d like to achieve more of? Maybe it was: Taking classes at a workshop that introduced you to a new style […]
10 Things Dancers Should Do Over Winter Break
Whether it’s called Winter Break, Holiday Break, or Christmas Break, most dance studios close for a few weeks starting from just before Christmas until shortly after the New Year in January. Although some studios will have special choreography classes for groups or solos/duos, this is usually a time that regular class schedules are halted while […]