This is the view out my window today...and underneath all that powder is a delightfully thick layer of ice, compliments of freezing rain all night long. So, we're not going anywhere. And the gym is closed anyway. Instead, my husband and I did this at-home workout last night, while watching one of our favorite tv shows! It didn't … [Read More...]
Lesson Plans
Under the Sea
I love to dance under the sea! The animal movements are so different and unique. Here's a creative movement class based on under the sea animals! I usually … [Read More...]
Dancing a Book About Birds
Birds are so fun to dance about! I mean, they've been done a few times before (Swan Lake, Firebird, Rockin' Robin...), but my preschoolers love them, too! The book … [Read More...]
Safari Theme Mommy and Me Dance Class
Mommy and me dance classes! They're so hard and so simple. I am always nervous because the moms are in the room. But, those 18 month old dancers are the cutest … [Read More...]
Dance Games
Animal Conditioning
After warm-up in my preschool gymnastics classes (and sometimes in dance, too), I do a conditioning portion of class. … [Read More...]
Secret Agents
Some dear friends in college taught me this variation on The Dice Game. It's a great way to involve boys and unwilling … [Read More...]
Fitness
Workout of the Week – January 19
This week's workout is a little rough...but fun! It should take you 45-55 minutes to complete. There are 10 exercises. … [Read More...]
Say Hey (I Love You!)
Here's another favorite for cardio dance! This choreography is to "Say Hey (I Love You)" by Michael Franti & the … [Read More...]