by Carla Otero | Dec 13, 2017 | Choreography, Dancing, Teaching
Two More Hours With Each Class, Please? Don’t you wish wish you had a little more time in the studio with your dancers? Do you ever feel like you walk into your class with an entire lesson plan prepared to only get through half of it? Lately, I’ve been feeling like I...
by Carla Otero | Nov 3, 2017 | Ballet, Dancing
Beauty of The Nutcracker One of the most celebrated ballets in the world, The Nutcracker, is one of my all time favorites for this time of the year. Apart from getting me in the holiday spirit, I love seeing the different interpretations of the ballet from companies...
by Carla Otero | Oct 3, 2017 | Choreography, Dancing, Training
3 Techniques to Memorize Choreography Now that the dance season is underway, you may be learning new choreography for the wintertime performances. One question that I’ve encountered is what is the best way to memorize choreography for a show. First off I want to...
by Carla Otero | Sep 1, 2017 | Dancing, Training
3 Dance Season Resolutions to get you on the Right Track September is finally here, which means you’re probably gearing up to start the new dance season. You’ve rested up for some weeks in the summer and continued to stay active and trained in the hopes of coming back...
by Carla Otero | Aug 3, 2017 | Dancing, Training
Reflections: Dancing Through Adulthood Life throws a lot at you, every twist and turn can be something new, but is also is an opportunity for new experiences. So far 2017, has felt this way. However, I don’t think I would be able to feel like I am keeping my head...
by Carla Otero | Jul 1, 2017 | Audition, Dancing, Training
Summer Intensive: Finding the Right One Summer vacations are a great time to try new dance styles, to head to a summer dance intensive either at your studio or elsewhere. Exposing yourself to new teachers will enrich your technique and broaden your movement...
