Lori graduated from UW-Stevens Point with her Bachelor’s Degree in Dance in 2013. Lori enjoys teaching dance because it combines her love of children, her pedagogical background, and her passion for helping others express themselves through movement.
In our last blog, we talked about the concept of the “ready position”. How do we set ourselves up as dancers and as people in order to be successful in the studio and beyond? This week, we are going to discuss the concept of the ready position as it relates to helping others. Mr. Rogers,…
Everyone knows that when you’re running in a 100-meter dash, you start from a “ready position”. The runner’s body is prepared to launch forward and run like the wind. They don’t just stand around twiddling their thumbs until the start of the race is called. This dance year, as it is Miss Deanna’s 15th season,…
Whether you danced over the summer, took some time off, or a little bit of both, the new dance year is upon us! Season 16 is bound to be an exciting one! Here are some tips on preparing for the upcoming season. Give yourself time to adjust to a new routine Just as kids need…
The importance of being a lifelong learner cannot be underestimated. Our staff at Liberty Dance Center have many unique skills and attributes that they bring to the table. One of the most important things that they share is a willingness to learn and grow. In our last blog, we talked about collaboration, which goes hand…
Summer is here! In addition to taking summer dance classes, here are some fun and creative ways to keep dancing and working on your skills all summer long. Stretch it out! Take a moment to stretch while watching tv, reading a book, or just hanging out at home. Make it a new and fun experience…
Many students are new to dance during the summer months, and a new experience comes with questions for students and parents alike. Here are some ways to prepare your dancer for the big day… their first dance class! Preparing For Your First Dance Class If your child is little, preface the event with lots of…
Recital is just over one week away! Here are three easy ways to be prepared for the big day. Practice! We’ve been working hard all season and the recital is the big event we’ve been waiting for. We practice at the studio, but you can always practice at home too. The more you do your…
Life’s big moments are exciting. This time of the year, our schedules become swamped with them. Prom, Spring concerts, sporting events, end-of-the-year celebrations at school, graduations, the list goes on. The older your children get, the fuller your calendar becomes. Of course, the biggest event of our dance season is coming up… Recital 2023! No…
The signup for summer classes has begun! Here are some great reasons to get registered. Try a new class Curious about lyrical? Always wanted to try tap? Summer classes are a great way to test out a dance style you’ve never done before. That way, if you love it you can always sign up for…
Last weekend, a special group of Liberty Dance Center dancers traveled to DeForest, WI to compete at AMP Dance Competition for three jam-packed days of dancing. They danced their hearts out and took home many awards. The rewards of competing go far beyond the trophies and accolades we bring home, though. Competition Teams Competition teams…