DWC Ambassador shares her effortless effervescence in “Clouds Drifting.”
Read MoreCheck out ambassador Vania Bynum in DWC latest dance film!
Read MoreCheck out ambassador Caroline Schmidt in DWC latest dance film!
Read MoreAs a young dancer I never really considered the importance of warming up. If you looked across the room before a ballet class I remember seeing dancers sitting in their middle splits, legs on the barre stretching forward and chatting about their weekend plans. When I got to college level dance I discovered my schools recreation center and weight room. It was not until my Anatomy and Physiology class in college that I learned how to strength train and why it is so beneficial in activities like jumping and leaping that was necessary in dance.
Read MoreDWC Ambassador, Ian Howe, speaks about his journey through dance during the pandemic. His story is especially interesting as a studio owner! Often we don’t hear from that aspect of the dance industry and it’s refreshing to get a different perspective on the dance world. He also bravely speaks to his difficulties with mental health, anxiety and depression. Ian shares that while things can still be difficult, he is progressing forward and you may be able to relate. Watch the video for the full talk!
Read MoreBallet shoes come in many different shapes and sizes. Some can be black, pink, or white and have strings or no strings, but for shoes with strings, it is important to know how to tie them for classes. DWC Staff Member Emma Neilson is here to help give you some tips and tricks on how to tie your strings properly! Read on to learn more!
Read MoreEveryone knows as dancers that our dance bag is a sacred place. It holds all of our stinky shoes after dancing for hours on end and seems to be an abyss for endless amounts of bobby pins. With each new dance season, new goodies are needed to last the dance season which can add up quickly. We asked some of our DWC Ambassadors what was in their dance bag to give a special look into their go-tos and their necessities they need for classes! Read on to learn more about what is in their dance bags!
Read MoreAre you or your little one getting ready for their very first ballet class? Follow along with DWC Fitter, Emma, as she guides you through everything you need to be ready for a ballet class!
Read MoreAfter getting back into dance following a break, it’s typical for your body to need a little extra TLC (see Physical Therapist Colleen Bickel’s article on tips for physically returning to dance). Not to mention, many dancers are also gearing up for competition and convention season, which is always physically demanding. Taking time to rest and recover is often just as important as the dance training itself. This means rolling out and resting your sore muscles but also setting aside time to pamper yourself to feel mentally refreshed. Check out this list of our favorite recovery products at Dancewear Center to help provide yourself with some needed restoration in the coming dance year.
Read MoreJust like that: back-to-school season is upon us! And as the summer winds to a close and students start stocking their pencil cases, that also means back to dance season is upon us. Back to dance season often calls for a trip to the dancewear store, as young kids grow out of their old leotards, and older dancers wear out their favorite dancing shoes. As always, Dancewear Center strives to set all dancers up for success year-round, and the back-to-school season is no exception. Here are some of our back-to-dance season must-haves!
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