Twinkle Toes Dance Company http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com Children's Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, & Musical Theater Classes! Tue, 08 May 2012 23:23:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Our New Dance Education Blog! http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/our-new-dance-education-blog/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/our-new-dance-education-blog/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:17:24 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=591 I created this blog a a resource for dance educators and parents who want to enrich their child’s experience in the study of dance. I’ll have articles that pertain to dance education, teaching techniques and videos to help  your child practice at home. Enjoy!

http://childrensdanceeducator.wordpress.com/

]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/our-new-dance-education-blog/feed/ 0 Helpful Tips for Teaching Toddler Dance Post #1 http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/helpful-tips-for-teaching-toddler-dancepost-1/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/helpful-tips-for-teaching-toddler-dancepost-1/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:04:26 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=517 This is the first of a 4 part-series written by director Karen Hayes for a dance teacher magazine. These posts are designed to give tips to dance instructors, guide parents to see what they should look for in a dance program for young children and give an insight as to our teaching philosophy here at Twinkle Toes Dance Co.

Create a Nurturing Environment

The first thing I do when I meet a new student is introduce myself to his or her parent/caregiver to show we are “friends”. Then I get down to their level and introduce myself.  This opens the pathway to a child feeling safe and comfortable. I encourage children to participate without being overly insistent, and if a child is really having a hard time I invite the parents to bring them into the stretching circle for a few moments so they can ease into class.  It’s important to be very patient with toddlers because they need more time to transition into new activities than their older counterparts. A caring, positive voice and a smile will work wonders!

]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/helpful-tips-for-teaching-toddler-dancepost-1/feed/ 0 Parents Night Out for NELA Art Walk Oct 8th 6-9pm! http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/parents-night-out-for-nela-art-walk-oct-8th-6-9pm/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/parents-night-out-for-nela-art-walk-oct-8th-6-9pm/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:42:15 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=464 We are holding our first ever parents night out on Sat Oct 8th from 6-9pm during the monthly NELA Art Walk…join us for a night of dance, crafts, bouncy jumping and much more. Snacks and drinks provided. $15/child, cash please.

Take this opportunity to enjoy the NELA Art walk in Highland Park!

http://www.nelaart.com/

]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/parents-night-out-for-nela-art-walk-oct-8th-6-9pm/feed/ 0 Interesting Article on the Role of Dramatic Play in Early Education http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/interesting-article-on-the-role-of-dramatic-play-in-early-education/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/interesting-article-on-the-role-of-dramatic-play-in-early-education/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:09:56 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=437 http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/27/magazine/27tools-t.html?pagewanted=1

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]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/new-adult-ballet-conditioning-class-tues-7pm/feed/ 0 Twinkle Toes is Proud to be Featured in Daily Candy Kids! http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-is-proud-to-be-featured-in-daily-candy-kids/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-is-proud-to-be-featured-in-daily-candy-kids/#comments Tue, 22 Feb 2011 20:10:50 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=368 http://www.dailycandy.com/kids/los-angeles/article/97853/Twinkle-Toes-Dance-Company-Kids-Ballet-Lessons

]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-is-proud-to-be-featured-in-daily-candy-kids/feed/ 0 Twinkle Toes Director Karen Hayes in Dance Education Magazine “Dance Studio Life” http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-director-karen-hayes-in-dance-education-magazine-dance-studio-life/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-director-karen-hayes-in-dance-education-magazine-dance-studio-life/#comments Fri, 11 Feb 2011 06:09:55 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=359 http://www.dancestudiolife.com/2011/02/the-power-of-puppets/

Check out this interesting article about how puppets and other props inspire movement, create movement stories, aid in transition and tap into a child’s innate sensitivity to emotion.

]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-director-karen-hayes-in-dance-education-magazine-dance-studio-life/feed/ 0 New Parent and Me Class at Awesome Playground!! http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/new-parent-and-me-class-at-awesome-playground/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/new-parent-and-me-class-at-awesome-playground/#comments Sat, 05 Feb 2011 00:36:01 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=355 Hey everyone!

Twinkle Toes is starting a new Parent and Me interactive arts class @ The Awesome Playground in Highland Park. This unique class includes art, music, dance, storytelling and make-your-own-snacktime.  The class also includes free play in the  indoor playground after:) This class is great for children ages 16months-21/2 years.  Come explore with us.

The class is held on Tuesdays at 9am in 4-week sessions beginning March 1, 2011. $80/4 weeks. Additional Siblings $65.00

Check out the website for more info:
www.awesomeplayground.com

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]]> http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-article-on-patch-com/feed/ 0 Twinkle Toes Dance FREE Demo/Jan 17th http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-dance-free-demojan-17th/ http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/blog/twinkle-toes-dance-free-demojan-17th/#comments Sun, 16 Jan 2011 16:35:53 +0000 admin http://www.twinkletoesdancela.com/?p=335 Twinkle Toes is having a FREE Demo at the AWESOME PLAYGROUND on Jan 17, 2011 at 10:30am. Come and enjoy a free dance class with paid admission to the playground. Awesome Playground is located at 5158 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042. (corner of York Blvd and Ave 52) See you there!

http://www.theawesomeplayground.com

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