This is super important. I replied to your story for this about how I had a teacher essentially refuse to teach me when I was 5; presumably because I was not progressing as fast as other kids. That became a family joke and it took me until I was 32 and zoom classes were a thing (so I could have my camera off) to try again because I was told for 25 years that I have two left feet. In the last 16 months I’ve been dancing again, I’ve established that I don’t have two left feet at all, I just don’t learn by copying, I need explanations. I’m so angry that I lost all that time doing something I enjoy because that one teacher decided I wasn’t good enough to be taught. Where might I be now had she actually believed in me or tried a different teaching style with me? Or held me back a level? It’s really great that you want to be what your students need, and I’m confident you’ll turn out well rounded, engaged dancers as a result.
There's this book called "The Inner Game of Tennis", it talks a lot about our natural way of learning and how to get into a state of flow. I can't recommend it enough, and I do think it will be quite useful for you, Goldie. It may give you an idea of the kind of teacher you want to be and how it is that you want your students to develop their skills. Teachers and students of any sphere should give it a read (or listen to the audiobook), it shifts your perspective on learning, thus, changing the way you teach.
This is so me at the moment! You are so relatable, honestly I feel like with my dance history I want to nurture my students and give them everything I so badly needed as a student growing up with a love and passion for dance! I am very results driven and my biggest thing I am working on in the classroom is extending patience because I wan to see them flourish (more than they do sometimes) and I want them to feel that feeling of landing a perfect triple pirouette, however I think where the inspiring part comes in is when you as a teacher can show your students the importance of not giving up and giving it your best shot and when they do that and fully put their mind to that not only do they experience the power of endurance and perseverance but they are inspired to apply that principle to daily life! This is my goal and aspiration in my classroom but I'm open to hearing more ways of inspiring the next generation! Thank you Goldie for sharing!
Hey Goldie! I absolutely loved hearing about your teaching journey. As a child, I used to do ballet and then switched into Figure Skating.Actually when I was 12 I was absolutely discouraged by my lack of improvement once I was an intermediate, little did I know it was the toxic environment and lack of teaching knowledge my former arena had. I actually stopped skating for 8 years until I got my first job as a figure skating coach and also resumed taking classes. If there's something I learnt while both coaching and being coached is first that just like you say, the teacher's appreciation for individuality is what what really sets a dancer/ skater for success, or at least will help them feel happy and enjoy their sport. Lesson no. 2 Double jumps are totally doable with good supportive coaching even if you're "older" :)
I definitely have some incredible teachers who have inspired me the same way you seem to be with your students but I also have some teachers that need to hear some of these ideas too haha love this
Your so amazing and are the best teacher ever! I was wondering how many hours of dance a week would be good and how many times I should do my exercises a week? Thank you. Love you
I love teaching, and I hope to open and direct my own studio one day. I'm already on that path! But, I do have a question. How do you deal with the older kids that just don't care? I teach ballet to 12-18 year olds (all in one class) at a competition studio. The only reason they come to class is because the director of the studio makes them, and they really really don't care and don't want to be there. They talk the entire class, (when I'm giving a combo, giving corrections etc.) I really don't know what to do with them. I've started dreading teaching them, because I have to try to talk over 8 12-18 year olds for an hour. I feel like I can't get through to them. Does anybody have any advice?
That one is tough. First of all having that big of an age gap in one class is pretty impossible. I would try to tell my 18 year olds that they are the role models for the 12 year olds in the class. That usually gives them more of a responsibility to behave better. But it’s tough!!! Stay strong girl
Hey Laural! I know this is from a month ago but I dealt with the same situation last year at the competition studio I teach at. The older kids would only show up because it’s a requirement and talk the entire class and had no desire to put in any effort. I also dreaded teaching them to the point where it affected my mental health. You’re not alone❤️ I had some success with finding ways to connect ballet technique to how it impacts their competition routines or certain tricks like a la seconde turns or leg holds. They also found interest with therabands/foam rolling. You can also try showing them certain ballets on RUclips for inspiration….a lot of them are surprised to learn that not all ballets are fairy tales. I would also suggest talking with their director because it’s disrespectful to you as their teacher. Sadly I have found that certain directors have also created the issue within the studio. If you want to talk more about it feel free to message me because I am currently in your shoes too ❤️
I also dealt with this for years and then was let go because the director told me that the students weren’t motivated to do the class, no duh! It can definitely feel very disrespectful when you have so much knowledge to share and most of the dancers just don’t care. Sadly usually these competition dancers are sorely in need of ballet technique. At the end of the day I told myself I was teaching for those who were interested (there were some) and who applied themselves. The directors should also really be on board with the students working in a more technical way. I feel you 100 %. Stay strong!
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This is super important. I replied to your story for this about how I had a teacher essentially refuse to teach me when I was 5; presumably because I was not progressing as fast as other kids. That became a family joke and it took me until I was 32 and zoom classes were a thing (so I could have my camera off) to try again because I was told for 25 years that I have two left feet. In the last 16 months I’ve been dancing again, I’ve established that I don’t have two left feet at all, I just don’t learn by copying, I need explanations. I’m so angry that I lost all that time doing something I enjoy because that one teacher decided I wasn’t good enough to be taught. Where might I be now had she actually believed in me or tried a different teaching style with me? Or held me back a level? It’s really great that you want to be what your students need, and I’m confident you’ll turn out well rounded, engaged dancers as a result.
I’m so sorry about that!
There's this book called "The Inner Game of Tennis", it talks a lot about our natural way of learning and how to get into a state of flow. I can't recommend it enough, and I do think it will be quite useful for you, Goldie. It may give you an idea of the kind of teacher you want to be and how it is that you want your students to develop their skills.
Teachers and students of any sphere should give it a read (or listen to the audiobook), it shifts your perspective on learning, thus, changing the way you teach.
I’ll have to look into that book!
just the fact that you are thinking about all of this proves you are an amazing teacher with lucky students!
Thank you!!
You sound like an excellent teacher and love your approach!!! Best of luck! :)
Thank you!
This is so me at the moment! You are so relatable, honestly I feel like with my dance history I want to nurture my students and give them everything I so badly needed as a student growing up with a love and passion for dance! I am very results driven and my biggest thing I am working on in the classroom is extending patience because I wan to see them flourish (more than they do sometimes) and I want them to feel that feeling of landing a perfect triple pirouette, however I think where the inspiring part comes in is when you as a teacher can show your students the importance of not giving up and giving it your best shot and when they do that and fully put their mind to that not only do they experience the power of endurance and perseverance but they are inspired to apply that principle to daily life! This is my goal and aspiration in my classroom but I'm open to hearing more ways of inspiring the next generation! Thank you Goldie for sharing!
Hey Goldie! I absolutely loved hearing about your teaching journey. As a child, I used to do ballet and then switched into Figure Skating.Actually when I was 12 I was absolutely discouraged by my lack of improvement once I was an intermediate, little did I know it was the toxic environment and lack of teaching knowledge my former arena had. I actually stopped skating for 8 years until I got my first job as a figure skating coach and also resumed taking classes. If there's something I learnt while both coaching and being coached is first that just like you say, the teacher's appreciation for individuality is what what really sets a dancer/ skater for success, or at least will help them feel happy and enjoy their sport. Lesson no. 2 Double jumps are totally doable with good supportive coaching even if you're "older" :)
Its all about the support!!!
Looks like you have a good plan for your students.
I’m trying! Lol
I definitely have some incredible teachers who have inspired me the same way you seem to be with your students but I also have some teachers that need to hear some of these ideas too haha love this
Your so amazing and are the best teacher ever! I was wondering how many hours of dance a week would be good and how many times I should do my exercises a week? Thank you. Love you
Thanks so much! Whatever feels right for you!everyone is different but I would start with once a week and work up from there 😊
@@GoldieJane thank you so much
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I love teaching, and I hope to open and direct my own studio one day. I'm already on that path! But, I do have a question. How do you deal with the older kids that just don't care? I teach ballet to 12-18 year olds (all in one class) at a competition studio. The only reason they come to class is because the director of the studio makes them, and they really really don't care and don't want to be there. They talk the entire class, (when I'm giving a combo, giving corrections etc.) I really don't know what to do with them. I've started dreading teaching them, because I have to try to talk over 8 12-18 year olds for an hour. I feel like I can't get through to them. Does anybody have any advice?
That one is tough. First of all having that big of an age gap in one class is pretty impossible. I would try to tell my 18 year olds that they are the role models for the 12 year olds in the class. That usually gives them more of a responsibility to behave better. But it’s tough!!! Stay strong girl
Thanks for the advice!
Hey Laural! I know this is from a month ago but I dealt with the same situation last year at the competition studio I teach at. The older kids would only show up because it’s a requirement and talk the entire class and had no desire to put in any effort. I also dreaded teaching them to the point where it affected my mental health. You’re not alone❤️
I had some success with finding ways to connect ballet technique to how it impacts their competition routines or certain tricks like a la seconde turns or leg holds. They also found interest with therabands/foam rolling. You can also try showing them certain ballets on RUclips for inspiration….a lot of them are surprised to learn that not all ballets are fairy tales. I would also suggest talking with their director because it’s disrespectful to you as their teacher. Sadly I have found that certain directors have also created the issue within the studio. If you want to talk more about it feel free to message me because I am currently in your shoes too ❤️
I also dealt with this for years and then was let go because the director told me that the students weren’t motivated to do the class, no duh! It can definitely feel very disrespectful when you have so much knowledge to share and most of the dancers just don’t care. Sadly usually these competition dancers are sorely in need of ballet technique. At the end of the day I told myself I was teaching for those who were interested (there were some) and who applied themselves. The directors should also really be on board with the students working in a more technical way. I feel you 100 %. Stay strong!
You're so great! Every young dancer deserves a teacher like you
Thank you!