Author Archives: Kathryn Holmes

Recipe for “SYTYCD” Success

Posted on Oct 5, 2012 by .
danny runner-up-Kelsey McNeal-FOX4

Picture this: Two dancers are up for elimination on “So You Think You Can Dance.” One’s been training since age … Continue reading →

Posted in New Stories We Love

Breaking the Mold

Posted on Sep 10, 2012 by .
Aileen Roehl performs with fellow Paul Taylor Dance Company member Robert Kleinendorst. (Paul B. Goode)

Paul Taylor Dance Company member Aileen Roehl is 5′ 2″ with powerful, strong legs. But growing up training in ballet, … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Your Body

The Motivation Equation

Posted on Aug 10, 2012 by .
Sullen Ballerina

Usually, you can’t wait to get to the dance studio. Classes and rehearsals are the highlight of each week. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Mind, Your Body

Ready, Set, Nationals!

Posted on Jun 29, 2012 by .
Dancers perform at New York City Dance Alliance Nationals in NYC (PROPIX/NYCDA)

The week leading up to Nationals can be nerve-racking. You’re about to perform in front of an audience of peers … Continue reading →

Posted in Competition, How To

The Parent Trap

Posted on Jun 15, 2012 by .
Would you rather have an over-involved parent like the ones on “Dance Moms,” or a parent who doesn’t acknowledge your love for dance? Finding a happy medium can be tough for both parties, but it’s possible. (Photo by Scott Gries)

Fourteen-year-old Lauren* dreams of dancing professionally and opening her own studio. Unfortunately, Lauren’s dad sees her future differently: “My father … Continue reading →

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Awkward Body Basics

Posted on Apr 18, 2012 by .
Illustrations by Lealand Eve

You always work hard in dance class, but lately, you’ve been a little distracted. During port de bras, you worry … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, New Stories We Love