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 […]
Dance Life, Dance Health, Dance Nutrition
From auditioning, to staying healthy between dance seasons, to balancing school/work/dance, we know that sometimes there are challenges along the way. We understand and want to support you by providing informative articles and tips to help you along the way. What are you struggling with or want more information on? Drop us a line and let us know, chances are there are others wondering the same!
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 […]
Things You Need to Know About Dance Conventions
One of our favorite times of the year is when conventions come to town! Dance conventions are an incredible opportunity for dancers to take classes and learn from amazing, professional, dance teachers and choreographers from around the country. Students are inspired by the teachers, energized by the camaraderie of the dance community, and have loads […]
Dancers in New York City!
A dancer’s journey does not have to end after graduating high school, there are many paths dancers can take! Many move on to dance at Universities, College for the arts, teaching/choreography, joining a company, or moving to a major city like the big apple ~ NEW YORK CITY. One of Northlands Alumni Alyssa Ness […]
Dancers Who Overcame Injuries
For anyone who thinks dance isn’t a sport; take a glance at what a dancer’s body endeavors during a daily practice. Few sports require their athletes not only to be physically fit but emotionally connected to themselves and entertain an audience. Injury prevention is taken seriously at Northland. At Northland dancers attend Stretch & […]
Can Dancers Have a Healthy Work-Dance-Life Balance?
Dance is a sport that consumes a dancers heart, body, mind, and time. Dancers find themselves dedicating more time the older they get; What is the best way to keep the balance when athletes grow into pre-teens, and young adults? Education and maintaining good grades is very important at Northland. Teachers and staff are mindful […]
2021 Dance Camp
Welcome to dance camp! This is a jam packed week full of all styles; Jazz, ballet, hip hop, tap, leaps, turns and more! Dancers learn combos and skills to prepare for auditions on Saturday the 31st. It is a great feeling to see all the summer work come together and watch dancers shine and show […]
A Dancers Costume
Many think a dancers costume isn’t complete without rhinestones…wrong it needs confidence! Every dancers dream is to shine on stage while performing their routine they practiced day and night! Dancers need to feel comfortable in there costume; emotionally comfortable and physically comfortable. The mobility of a costume is important when dealing with movements and choreography, […]
Are You Anxious About Your New Dance Class? Have 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 […]
