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Why your child should dance!
Dancers make great leaders
Dancers make great leaders because our craft inherently nurtures essential leadership qualities. I've been reflecting recently about what it is that makes young dancers turn into phenomenal adults. And why [...]
Why we still have ballet uniform and hair for ballet class!
We are old school when it comes to ballet uniform and hair for ballet classes. There are some traditions that we have done away with but uniform isn’t one of [...]
A Night to Remember: Academy Ballet Concert experience
A Night to Remember: An Enchanting Academy Ballet Concert Experience There are moments in life that leave an indelible mark on our memories, where every detail seems to align in [...]
The number 1 reason your child should dance…& it isn’t what you think
There is ONE reason your child should dance above all the others and it isn't what you think. I could rattle off many reasons your child should dance (in fact [...]
Banishing Burnout
As parents, we want our children to explore various interests and activities, but it can be challenging to strike a balance. Overloading their schedules can lead to burnout and exhaustion [...]
Raising successful kids…after 25years teaching
For over 25 years I have been teaching ballet to kids, mainly girls, from 2 years old through to their teens - I have learnt a lot and he's what [...]
Miss Sinead’s interview with Eastern Suburbs Mums
Hi, I’m Sinead….more commonly known as “Miss Sinead” – even my family knows if they really want my attention this is how to get it! I live in Paddington with [...]
Why ballet is good for toddlers
We know ballet is beautiful and know ballet dancers are stunning…but ballet is also a wonderful gift you can give your toddler to help them in life. Here's why ballet [...]
Why kids should do a Ballet Exams!
Ballet exams are offered by many ballet schools, so why should you consider them for your child? RAD Ballet Exams are not compulsory and, in fact, your child can progress [...]
Let kids be kids!
As parents, educators and adults we are quick to jump on abilities shown by kids but we must let kids be kids...don't make it go too fast. I see a [...]
She buckled beneath the weight of her anxiety
The word anxiety is bandied about a lot, in the same way people claim they have the flu when clearly its just a cold (but that’s a whole different rant). [...]
The Most Distressing Phone Call
I had a distressing phone call yesterday. It’s one I receive all too often. A parent, who is stressed & doing their very best for their child, asking me to [...]
