Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Day 29 90 Day Challenge [Kandy Rain X Factor ]
Also I've achieved one of the challenges I set myself on Day 2 and 3. My online lessons are up and running! Register with http://www.dancemass.tv/?aff=25 its free to join and preview routines.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Day 22 [Brian Friedman X Factor]
Today I talk about Brian Friedman (choreographer for Xfactor) and his choreography style outside the talent show contest.
Examples of his work...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xao50l...
Brian is the tall guy in the front row
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmLgea...
My Favourite
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X_Lhw...
Examples of his work...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xao50l...
Brian is the tall guy in the front row
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmLgea...
My Favourite
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X_Lhw...
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Day 18 Life without limits: Achieving your goals
Living a life without limits and how it will help you achieve your goals http://bit.ly/18TNLL with the help of Brian Tracy http://bit.ly/OVMns
Day 17 I'm going to live forever: A review of Fame
I went to see Fame last night. This is my review. Please post me a comment letting me know what you thought or even better a video response.
Day 16 Setting Goals
Jersey Marathon Day - To be able to train for a marathon you need to set goals in a realistic time frame. Today I ask you to set yourself a goal and tomorrow I'll give you some valuable goal setting strategies to achieve them.
Day 15 A Day Out of the Studio
As much as I love dancing and my work there has to be balance. Today a take you around Jersey and show you the place I love.
Day 12 Getting Started on the Pole
Today I share with you some valuable tips for getting started on the pole including the swing motion. The swing motion is the beginning of most of the spins in pole dancing. I used an xpole to demo the move http://bit.ly/abEhK
Day 12 Health Benefits of Pole Dancing
Pole dancing - no longer sleazy, now it's good for you!!! By Jaxter Chan
When one thinks of typical exercise regimens you tend to imagine classic exercise machines like treadmills, weight-lifting equipment or certain recreational sports such as swimming or cycling. What you wouldn't normally associate with an exercise regimen is pole dancing. However, in recent years pole dancing as a method of exercise has increased tremendously in popularity, especially in the UK.
Many people have realized the potential benefits of pole dancing, which include:
· Improvement in muscle tone and structure.
Most of the muscles in the body, especially the thigh, upper-arm and abdomen muscles, are used when pole dancing - thus an improvement in the structure and tone of these muscles can be expected.
· Improvement in body posture.
Incorrect body posture is a major factor in many cases of chronic back and neck pain. Pole-dancing will help improve your body posture and increase muscle and bone strength in these crucial areas of your body.
· Improvement in flexibility.
In order to be a good pole dancer, joint flexibility need to be in its optimal range. Thus an increase in range of motion in most joints can be expected.
· Potential for weight loss.
In the past few years, most women have started pole dancing with only one objective in sight - weight loss! As in any exercise regimen diligence, hard work and dedication is necessary to see significant improvement in this area. However, if you keep at it, you will soon find yourself shedding the pounds - in a much faster, fun and exciting manner than ever before.
· More vigorous and exciting sexual experiences.
With your improvement in flexibility, comes an improvement in this important and fun aspect of life. The movements used in pole dancing have been known to invigorate and stimulate many couples' carnal desires.
· Increase in self-confidence.
If you can hang on a pole, with only your abdomen keeping you upright, you are certain to soon realize what a strong, independent and self-assured person you are or can be.
With the increasing interest in pole dancing, many studios have opened with the sole purpose of giving pole dancing lessons as an exercise modality.
Ref: http://www.goarticles.com/cgi-bin/showa.cgi?C=1816941
When one thinks of typical exercise regimens you tend to imagine classic exercise machines like treadmills, weight-lifting equipment or certain recreational sports such as swimming or cycling. What you wouldn't normally associate with an exercise regimen is pole dancing. However, in recent years pole dancing as a method of exercise has increased tremendously in popularity, especially in the UK.
Many people have realized the potential benefits of pole dancing, which include:
· Improvement in muscle tone and structure.
Most of the muscles in the body, especially the thigh, upper-arm and abdomen muscles, are used when pole dancing - thus an improvement in the structure and tone of these muscles can be expected.
· Improvement in body posture.
Incorrect body posture is a major factor in many cases of chronic back and neck pain. Pole-dancing will help improve your body posture and increase muscle and bone strength in these crucial areas of your body.
· Improvement in flexibility.
In order to be a good pole dancer, joint flexibility need to be in its optimal range. Thus an increase in range of motion in most joints can be expected.
· Potential for weight loss.
In the past few years, most women have started pole dancing with only one objective in sight - weight loss! As in any exercise regimen diligence, hard work and dedication is necessary to see significant improvement in this area. However, if you keep at it, you will soon find yourself shedding the pounds - in a much faster, fun and exciting manner than ever before.
· More vigorous and exciting sexual experiences.
With your improvement in flexibility, comes an improvement in this important and fun aspect of life. The movements used in pole dancing have been known to invigorate and stimulate many couples' carnal desires.
· Increase in self-confidence.
If you can hang on a pole, with only your abdomen keeping you upright, you are certain to soon realize what a strong, independent and self-assured person you are or can be.
With the increasing interest in pole dancing, many studios have opened with the sole purpose of giving pole dancing lessons as an exercise modality.
Ref: http://www.goarticles.com/cgi-bin/showa.cgi?C=1816941
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Day 10 A Brief History of Pole Dancing
Article by KT Coates
Pole dancing has been around for longer than you may think......
Pole performing can be traced back thousands of years to china. The Chinese would place a wooden
pole into the ground and perform a series of acrobatic moves for the emperor, you can now see such
performance in the famous Cirque Du Soleil, but the pole dancing we are familiar with originated in the
1920's at height of the American depression. Travelling fairs would go from town to town entertaining the
crowds. As part of the fair they would many different types of sides shows in small tents surrounding the
main tent. One particular tent housed the erotic Hoochi Coochi dancers. The word Hoochi Coochi originates
from the hip movement performed by the Hoochi Coochi dancers, the equivalent of the bump and grind today
day. The girls would dance suggestively on a small stage in front of crowds of cheering. Due to size of the tent,
the tent pole would be situated at the very edge of the stage. The dancer would approach the tent pole and
begin to dance with it. The tent pole became known, as the dance pole, which still exists today, be it in a more technically advanced and socially acceptable form.
Pole dancing gradually began evolving from tents to bars as burlesque became more acceptable in 1950's,
nothing much was heard until the 1980's when pole dancing and striptease became popular in Canada and then
the USA.1990's saw Ms Fawnia Mondey (Canadian) take the art of pole dancing and begin teaching this to the
every day women. She produced the first instructional pole fitness and dance DVD.
2000 - 09 has been the most promising years. Pole dancing has evolved into different genres, exotic, empowering
and pole fitness. There is a great deal of difference between them and as the student you should try them all.
KT has made her own land marks in pole dancing history with the first pole dancing website to have video clips, online lessons, online instructor training and a totally dedicated pole fitness and exercise forum. She is also the proud owner of the first pole dance Guinness World Record helping to raise over £50,000 for charity.
Source KT Coates http://www.verticaldance.com
Day 6 The Impact of Dance Movies
Day 5 Pole Dance Challenges
Here are my pole move challenges I'm trying to achieve by the end of the 90 day challenge. Please read Racheal Holmes article about pole dancing below.
Once seen as a taboo pastime or career that very few women would admit to doing or being even interested in, Pole Dancing is now one of the hottest fitness trends ready to explode into the mainstream. As a Dance and Fitness Instructor for over 17 years I have sought out, studied and taught every different fitness trend imaginable, as every new trend brings a new section of women into fitness, and one of my main aims is to make fitness fun, enjoyable and motivational. Getting fit and in shape should never be boring or dull, it’s a lifelong journey that is exciting and inspirational and Fitness Pole Dancing ticks all those boxes!
It’s easy to see why Pole Dancing is catching on. It’s great for self-expression, relaxation and confidence building, as well as being able to perform well and feel good about yourself and can raise confidence and self-esteem. I have taught so many introverted, shy girls who, after only 1 lesson, have found inner confidence and beauty they thought they would never have. Fitness Pole Dancing is for women of all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life; it doesn't matter in the slightest what you weigh, what shape you are in, or how tall you are, Fitness Pole Dancing is for everyone.
A typical Fitness Pole Dancing lesson is really a combination of aerobic dance, strength training and flexibility all mixed into one session. After a thorough warm up and prestretch the lessons will include basic spinning moves, poses, dancing and finally putting the spins and choreography together to form a routine. Everyone leaves a Pole Dancing lesson wanting more, you find you start dreaming about Pole Dancing, it really is that addictive. But it’s not for the fainthearted. After an initial session, the whole body will ache and will be so stiff. As a Fitness Instructor I am used to feeling my muscles ache, but after my first lesson, I could hardly sit down or even hold up my hairdryer! But don't let that put you of!! Your body will soon get used to it and in no time you will be spinning upside down and climbing the pole.
The moves can be as simple as a basic spin, holding on to the pole with both hands, to something as complex as spinning round the pole upside down with one leg. You can take Pole Dancing in whatever direction you like, keep it simple or continually strive for new moves and combinations. Pole Dancing is not only a great cardio vascular exercise, but is also great for muscle building, body toning, flexibility, body posture and suppleness. As the moves become more complicated the body will be put in more demanding positions and some of these positions can mean supporting the whole of you body weight on one arm or leg. You can expect great increased muscle definition and toning all over, especially in the arms, thighs, buttocks and abs.
If you would like to take a look at Fitness Pole Dancing you can visit http://www.fitnesspoledancing.com/home.asp where you can download Fitness Pole dancing moves and lessons and buy your own pole to work out on at home.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rachel_Holmes
Once seen as a taboo pastime or career that very few women would admit to doing or being even interested in, Pole Dancing is now one of the hottest fitness trends ready to explode into the mainstream. As a Dance and Fitness Instructor for over 17 years I have sought out, studied and taught every different fitness trend imaginable, as every new trend brings a new section of women into fitness, and one of my main aims is to make fitness fun, enjoyable and motivational. Getting fit and in shape should never be boring or dull, it’s a lifelong journey that is exciting and inspirational and Fitness Pole Dancing ticks all those boxes!
It’s easy to see why Pole Dancing is catching on. It’s great for self-expression, relaxation and confidence building, as well as being able to perform well and feel good about yourself and can raise confidence and self-esteem. I have taught so many introverted, shy girls who, after only 1 lesson, have found inner confidence and beauty they thought they would never have. Fitness Pole Dancing is for women of all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life; it doesn't matter in the slightest what you weigh, what shape you are in, or how tall you are, Fitness Pole Dancing is for everyone.
A typical Fitness Pole Dancing lesson is really a combination of aerobic dance, strength training and flexibility all mixed into one session. After a thorough warm up and prestretch the lessons will include basic spinning moves, poses, dancing and finally putting the spins and choreography together to form a routine. Everyone leaves a Pole Dancing lesson wanting more, you find you start dreaming about Pole Dancing, it really is that addictive. But it’s not for the fainthearted. After an initial session, the whole body will ache and will be so stiff. As a Fitness Instructor I am used to feeling my muscles ache, but after my first lesson, I could hardly sit down or even hold up my hairdryer! But don't let that put you of!! Your body will soon get used to it and in no time you will be spinning upside down and climbing the pole.
The moves can be as simple as a basic spin, holding on to the pole with both hands, to something as complex as spinning round the pole upside down with one leg. You can take Pole Dancing in whatever direction you like, keep it simple or continually strive for new moves and combinations. Pole Dancing is not only a great cardio vascular exercise, but is also great for muscle building, body toning, flexibility, body posture and suppleness. As the moves become more complicated the body will be put in more demanding positions and some of these positions can mean supporting the whole of you body weight on one arm or leg. You can expect great increased muscle definition and toning all over, especially in the arms, thighs, buttocks and abs.
If you would like to take a look at Fitness Pole Dancing you can visit http://www.fitnesspoledancing.com/home.asp where you can download Fitness Pole dancing moves and lessons and buy your own pole to work out on at home.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rachel_Holmes
Monday, October 26, 2009
Day 4 Spend more time in the studio: The Process of Choreograpy
This article by James Robey explains why I wantto spend more time in the studio choreographing for my dance classes. Hope you enjoy my video. Please leave me a comment and subscribeto this blog.
After a recent performance I was asked, "What is your process?". I feel extremely familiar with my creative process. However, in this particular moment, I stammered and stumbled for words. My mind was clear, but my words lacked eloquence. It was then that I decided it was time to express my thoughts on the creative process on paper-or laptop. Each choreographer has their own way of working, their own unique process. This is mine.
Step 1: Filling the Well
Every work of choreography begins outside the studio by living life fully and filling our wells of experience. The more life experience we have to draw from and the more we have to share, the deeper the work is.
Filling the well of experience does not necessarily mean trying everything. However, it does require experiencing life with open eyes, open ears, and an open heart. This calls for being open to both good and bad experiences. Closing our eyes to what is before us, refusing to listen to others stories, and barricading our hearts against painful moments, leaves us mere empty shells. It is a vital part of our humanity to witness, listen, and feel all that life has to offer. Only from here-and I believe this wholeheartedly-can we move forward as artists.
It does not mean we have to wait until we are older and experienced to begin. However, it does suggest that if we have a constricted, careful perspective toward the full variety of life, we shelter ourselves from our humanity and stunt our creative potential. Therefore, the first step in my creative process is to live well, live fully, and live wholeheartedly.
Step 2: Finding Inspiration
Anything can be an entry point into a dance. The inspiration, the muse, the "aha" moment can be a movement, an emotion, a piece of music, a thought, a movement concept, an improvisation, a work of art, etc. Each dance has its own unique start. What works for one dance does not necessarily work for the next.
Sometimes we are flooded with inspirational ideas. We could have five concepts come to us in one prolific day. The trick is finding out which ones are vital and necessary. Time helps me decide.
I sleep on the ideas and see which ones I remember a week, a month, or even years later. The ones that stick are the ones to pursue. I call this the spaghetti test-take a handful of cooked spaghetti and throw it against the wall to see what sticks and what falls away. In this way, It is less a matter of choosing a topic and more a matter of the topic choosing you.
Step 3: Building Resonance
If you take a pair of tuning forks and strike them, then bring them close together; they eventually adjust to the same frequency-they resonate. To build resonance with a work of dance, take the idea and explore all aspects of it. Hold it up to the light of day and look at every facet.
If a piece of music is involved, explore the music. Listen to it repeatedly, notating the counts, the verses, the choruses, the phrasing, and the overall structure. If it is a movement idea, look at its effort, shape, space, and time elements. If it is an emotional idea, look at it from all angles through journaling and reading related materials.
Building resonance fills the artist, so that when we are ready to choreograph, we can fully express the idea. Without resonance, the work comes across shallow, skimming the surface of its potential. Resonance brings a depth of connection with the concept, movement, or music. This depth brings harmony and integrity to the choreography.
Step 4: Still Point
The fourth step, and probably the most important, is to clear your mind. It is only natural that after all this experiencing of life and finding inspiration that the mind is bursting with ideas. This excited, agitated state of mind does not allow for the adequate breathing room for an idea to develop naturally. In excitement, we manipulate ideas into form. In the grips of passion, we cater to desires to impress or affect the audience instead of being true to the work in progress.
The busy mind only gets in the way of the natural, unfolding creative process. Furthermore, the excited mind sees itself as the source of energy for the creation; the still mind sees itself as a conduit through which creative energy flows. It is from this perspective as a conduit of creative energy that work evolves most naturally.
To find a still point, I meditate. Other options include yoga, prayer, long walks, journaling to get out all distracting ideas, etc. I do whatever works to get to the point where my mind is quiet, still, without desires and expectations. Like the surface of a pond, let the ripples fade away and the dirt settle in order to see a clear reflection of the current moment. With inspiration, resonance, and a still mind, we begin the next stage of the creative process.
Step 5: Play
I improvise, experiment, and explore all in the sense of play. The sense of play is important. Preciousness toward the idea or movement only works to smother the creative spark. Perfectionism, editing, and judging are anathema to this stage of the process. The material should come out in big gooey globs.
I find it helpful to avoid using the music here. Why? Well, unless we are fortunate enough to be working with commissioned music, most of the time, we are working with fully formed music designed to captivate the listener. The music can stand on its own without the dance. Choreographing directly to the music creates a dynamic where the movement is subservient to the music. The dance will be weaker than the music.
In order to avoid this, create movement without the music so that the dance can stand on its own. Like a good relationship, both the music and the dance should be strong individually and walk hand-in-hand in the end. One should not dominate the other. With one, two, or three chunks of movement prepared, it is time to put it all together.
Step 6: Refine
Begin to form the dance by becoming aware of its sequence and structure. Sometimes we start from the beginning, sometimes the end, most often somewhere in the middle. All the while, continue to experiment and play with possibilities.
As the form and sequence unfold, begin to refine and edit. Cutting out any extraneous, purposeless movements and phrases, Pare the dance down to its most elegant form. Often, we get attached to large portions of movement that no longer serve the overall work of choreography. At these times, we must remember to keep only what is necessary.
Step 7-Express
When the dance is sufficiently trimmed and ready, it is ready to be shared with other artists, friends, and even strangers. Getting feedback is a vital element in the development of creative work. A writer would never consider printing a book without letting an editor look it over. However, as dancers we often attempt to put a finished product on the stage that has never gone through the scrutiny of feedback.
The closed walls of the studio are a cocoon and distance between the audience and the stage are a cushion. Both cocoon and cushion serve to protect our sensitive selves from criticism. Because of this, we often skip this important part of the creative process. By opening ourselves to feedback and integrating it into the creative process, we break the tendency to shy away from criticism that can only help the work of choreography to reach its full potential.
With the piece further refined using the feedback, it is time for an audience. However, after the dance has an audience, it is not finished. The process continues to loop back to the refining step. With each performance, greater refinements are possible. The dance is never a final product, but in an ever-evolving process of development.
The End: Which Never Really Ends
When I tripped over my own words when asked, "What is your Process?", I only mentioned the steps of finding inspiration and improvisation. Sadly, it was an incomplete expression. I do not have the chance to re-engage that particular audience, but, having expressed it here, next time I hope to be more graceful. Moreover, if you, the reader, would be so kind to let me know your feedback, I could then loop back to step six-refining-and continue the development of this essay.
James Robey is Founding Artistic Director of the Bare Bones Dance Project, Artistic Director of Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance and Adjunct Faculty member at The Hartt School at University of Hartford where he teaches Horton Modern technique and Jazz Dance. James is active in the Connecticut, New York, and National dance communities as a guest artist, master teacher, independent choreographer, and lecturer. For more information visit http://web.mac.com/jamesrobeydance
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=James_Robey
After a recent performance I was asked, "What is your process?". I feel extremely familiar with my creative process. However, in this particular moment, I stammered and stumbled for words. My mind was clear, but my words lacked eloquence. It was then that I decided it was time to express my thoughts on the creative process on paper-or laptop. Each choreographer has their own way of working, their own unique process. This is mine.
Step 1: Filling the Well
Every work of choreography begins outside the studio by living life fully and filling our wells of experience. The more life experience we have to draw from and the more we have to share, the deeper the work is.
Filling the well of experience does not necessarily mean trying everything. However, it does require experiencing life with open eyes, open ears, and an open heart. This calls for being open to both good and bad experiences. Closing our eyes to what is before us, refusing to listen to others stories, and barricading our hearts against painful moments, leaves us mere empty shells. It is a vital part of our humanity to witness, listen, and feel all that life has to offer. Only from here-and I believe this wholeheartedly-can we move forward as artists.
It does not mean we have to wait until we are older and experienced to begin. However, it does suggest that if we have a constricted, careful perspective toward the full variety of life, we shelter ourselves from our humanity and stunt our creative potential. Therefore, the first step in my creative process is to live well, live fully, and live wholeheartedly.
Step 2: Finding Inspiration
Anything can be an entry point into a dance. The inspiration, the muse, the "aha" moment can be a movement, an emotion, a piece of music, a thought, a movement concept, an improvisation, a work of art, etc. Each dance has its own unique start. What works for one dance does not necessarily work for the next.
Sometimes we are flooded with inspirational ideas. We could have five concepts come to us in one prolific day. The trick is finding out which ones are vital and necessary. Time helps me decide.
I sleep on the ideas and see which ones I remember a week, a month, or even years later. The ones that stick are the ones to pursue. I call this the spaghetti test-take a handful of cooked spaghetti and throw it against the wall to see what sticks and what falls away. In this way, It is less a matter of choosing a topic and more a matter of the topic choosing you.
Step 3: Building Resonance
If you take a pair of tuning forks and strike them, then bring them close together; they eventually adjust to the same frequency-they resonate. To build resonance with a work of dance, take the idea and explore all aspects of it. Hold it up to the light of day and look at every facet.
If a piece of music is involved, explore the music. Listen to it repeatedly, notating the counts, the verses, the choruses, the phrasing, and the overall structure. If it is a movement idea, look at its effort, shape, space, and time elements. If it is an emotional idea, look at it from all angles through journaling and reading related materials.
Building resonance fills the artist, so that when we are ready to choreograph, we can fully express the idea. Without resonance, the work comes across shallow, skimming the surface of its potential. Resonance brings a depth of connection with the concept, movement, or music. This depth brings harmony and integrity to the choreography.
Step 4: Still Point
The fourth step, and probably the most important, is to clear your mind. It is only natural that after all this experiencing of life and finding inspiration that the mind is bursting with ideas. This excited, agitated state of mind does not allow for the adequate breathing room for an idea to develop naturally. In excitement, we manipulate ideas into form. In the grips of passion, we cater to desires to impress or affect the audience instead of being true to the work in progress.
The busy mind only gets in the way of the natural, unfolding creative process. Furthermore, the excited mind sees itself as the source of energy for the creation; the still mind sees itself as a conduit through which creative energy flows. It is from this perspective as a conduit of creative energy that work evolves most naturally.
To find a still point, I meditate. Other options include yoga, prayer, long walks, journaling to get out all distracting ideas, etc. I do whatever works to get to the point where my mind is quiet, still, without desires and expectations. Like the surface of a pond, let the ripples fade away and the dirt settle in order to see a clear reflection of the current moment. With inspiration, resonance, and a still mind, we begin the next stage of the creative process.
Step 5: Play
I improvise, experiment, and explore all in the sense of play. The sense of play is important. Preciousness toward the idea or movement only works to smother the creative spark. Perfectionism, editing, and judging are anathema to this stage of the process. The material should come out in big gooey globs.
I find it helpful to avoid using the music here. Why? Well, unless we are fortunate enough to be working with commissioned music, most of the time, we are working with fully formed music designed to captivate the listener. The music can stand on its own without the dance. Choreographing directly to the music creates a dynamic where the movement is subservient to the music. The dance will be weaker than the music.
In order to avoid this, create movement without the music so that the dance can stand on its own. Like a good relationship, both the music and the dance should be strong individually and walk hand-in-hand in the end. One should not dominate the other. With one, two, or three chunks of movement prepared, it is time to put it all together.
Step 6: Refine
Begin to form the dance by becoming aware of its sequence and structure. Sometimes we start from the beginning, sometimes the end, most often somewhere in the middle. All the while, continue to experiment and play with possibilities.
As the form and sequence unfold, begin to refine and edit. Cutting out any extraneous, purposeless movements and phrases, Pare the dance down to its most elegant form. Often, we get attached to large portions of movement that no longer serve the overall work of choreography. At these times, we must remember to keep only what is necessary.
Step 7-Express
When the dance is sufficiently trimmed and ready, it is ready to be shared with other artists, friends, and even strangers. Getting feedback is a vital element in the development of creative work. A writer would never consider printing a book without letting an editor look it over. However, as dancers we often attempt to put a finished product on the stage that has never gone through the scrutiny of feedback.
The closed walls of the studio are a cocoon and distance between the audience and the stage are a cushion. Both cocoon and cushion serve to protect our sensitive selves from criticism. Because of this, we often skip this important part of the creative process. By opening ourselves to feedback and integrating it into the creative process, we break the tendency to shy away from criticism that can only help the work of choreography to reach its full potential.
With the piece further refined using the feedback, it is time for an audience. However, after the dance has an audience, it is not finished. The process continues to loop back to the refining step. With each performance, greater refinements are possible. The dance is never a final product, but in an ever-evolving process of development.
The End: Which Never Really Ends
When I tripped over my own words when asked, "What is your Process?", I only mentioned the steps of finding inspiration and improvisation. Sadly, it was an incomplete expression. I do not have the chance to re-engage that particular audience, but, having expressed it here, next time I hope to be more graceful. Moreover, if you, the reader, would be so kind to let me know your feedback, I could then loop back to step six-refining-and continue the development of this essay.
James Robey is Founding Artistic Director of the Bare Bones Dance Project, Artistic Director of Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance and Adjunct Faculty member at The Hartt School at University of Hartford where he teaches Horton Modern technique and Jazz Dance. James is active in the Connecticut, New York, and National dance communities as a guest artist, master teacher, independent choreographer, and lecturer. For more information visit http://web.mac.com/jamesrobeydance
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=James_Robey
Day 4 More Time in the Studio:
Welcome to day 4! This article explains why I wantto spend more time in the studio.
Day 3: Online Dance Class Challenge: Have you ever wondered how learn-to-dance-at-home videos started?
Today I set myself a challenge to create two online dance classes as part of my 90 day challenge.
Have you ever wondered how learn-to-dance-at-home videos started?
It all started with utilizing the available technology. With the rise in video cameras that is available even to ordinary man, anybody became dance video-makers as long as they have something to share to the public. Dance enthusiasts bought the videos and learn the steps on the video right from the comfort of their homes. The age when this was utilized was similar to the time that multimedia components were used to relay other topics including health and fitness, marketing, documentaries, games and many others.
Since people find it convenient to learn dance from their homes where they get private study, learning dance at home videos have increased popularity. The increase in popularity has even been tremendous with internet technology. Instead of buying tapes or CDs, people just started surfing the web to get the videos or the dance styles they want. Right now, there is nothing that the internet lacks. Almost all the field of study, crafts and arts, topics and discussions and general information can be taken from the internet, both in text form and in multimedia form.
As online videos increased 100% from the past two years (based in the Commscore survey), people who want to learn or teach dance can already rely on the internet. They do not just use text descriptions of the dance steps. They can actually view or make dance movements through online videos. Teachers can create their own videos right from their home and upload them to the internet. In the same way, students can learn from these online videos and study their preferred dance styles right from their homes. With this opportunity, dance enthusiasts can definitely improve their dancing craft without the hassle of going out to offline studios, paying high enrolment fees, exposing themselves to public when they are not yet ready and running after schedules.
It is now easy to teach and learn dance anytime and anywhere. Online dance videos are no doubt growing as more people experience the convenience provided by such technology.
By Dawn DeMendonca, Founder and Creator of DanceMassTV http://www.dancemass.tv/blog/
Enjoy my video!
Have you ever wondered how learn-to-dance-at-home videos started?
It all started with utilizing the available technology. With the rise in video cameras that is available even to ordinary man, anybody became dance video-makers as long as they have something to share to the public. Dance enthusiasts bought the videos and learn the steps on the video right from the comfort of their homes. The age when this was utilized was similar to the time that multimedia components were used to relay other topics including health and fitness, marketing, documentaries, games and many others.
Since people find it convenient to learn dance from their homes where they get private study, learning dance at home videos have increased popularity. The increase in popularity has even been tremendous with internet technology. Instead of buying tapes or CDs, people just started surfing the web to get the videos or the dance styles they want. Right now, there is nothing that the internet lacks. Almost all the field of study, crafts and arts, topics and discussions and general information can be taken from the internet, both in text form and in multimedia form.
As online videos increased 100% from the past two years (based in the Commscore survey), people who want to learn or teach dance can already rely on the internet. They do not just use text descriptions of the dance steps. They can actually view or make dance movements through online videos. Teachers can create their own videos right from their home and upload them to the internet. In the same way, students can learn from these online videos and study their preferred dance styles right from their homes. With this opportunity, dance enthusiasts can definitely improve their dancing craft without the hassle of going out to offline studios, paying high enrolment fees, exposing themselves to public when they are not yet ready and running after schedules.
It is now easy to teach and learn dance anytime and anywhere. Online dance videos are no doubt growing as more people experience the convenience provided by such technology.
By Dawn DeMendonca, Founder and Creator of DanceMassTV http://www.dancemass.tv/blog/
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Day 2 My Goals and Challenges: 90 Day Personal and Professional Challenge - Get Up, Get Set and Get it Done
Day 2 - My Goals and Challenges
Take a look at this article by Shruti Salghur and enjoy the video at the end.
The point here is that sheer dedication and will power can lead to serious changes. But what it takes is learning, planning and then doing it continuously for 90-days.
If you are one to procrastinate when it comes to putting your goals and dreams to action... it's about time to make serious changes. While there are ample excuses - low confidence, fear, "don't know how" - the 90-day challenge or system may make all the difference for you. Once you start and build up a momentum, the rest including confidence and prosperity shall follow.
The 90-day period is applicable to achieving any goals you have set for yourself. It is not simple nor is it instantaneous, but it does help create a healthy habit of attaining one's goals.
Let's get started! Set your goals, take 15 minutes and Get it Done!
To begin, you would require:
- A Journal/Diary to record (90 days) - dedicate each page to a day! Write the date and time of each journal or diary entry
AND
- A positive attitude
1) To start, consider your goals. Start with the two most important goals that you want to achieve.
Start by writing your goals! Do you want to lose 10 pounds? Do you want to start an online business? Do you want to change your job or obtain a degree? Make them as specific as possible. And keep them REALISTIC! How do you figure out if your goals are realistic?
Say, for instance, you are looking to lose weight. It would probably be highly beneficial to learn about BMI - Body Mass Index., which indicates the ideal body weight for your height and body make up.
Another important aspect to goal-setting is "longevity". The 90-day helps achieve that to some level but it's up to you to choose a goal that is long-term. Starvations and excessive workouts in the beginning of a fitness program may lead to burn-out and health issues in the long-run. Try and select goals that are not short-lived.
2) Making the best of 15 minutes!
Take a minimum of 15 minutes each and every single day to accomplish one goal. The rule here is you cannot miss a single day. If you do miss a day, you will have to restart the 90-day challenge again.
Yes, this surely requires discipline. But ask yourself "Is 15 minutes too much to ask for when it comes to achieving your goal"?
3) Learn, Plan and Do!
Initially, you will most likely start with researching on the Internet to learn more about your goal (s). Write down what you have learnt and researched in your journal every day.
For instance, if you are trying to start an online business, a Google search on "online businesses" will get you started. If you are looking to find legitimate ways of making money online, a good place to start is Internet Marketing University.
With the know-how, you are ready to Plan and set a time -line to achieving your goals. In the planning stage, ask yourself what are the resources you would need in accomplishing your goals? Someone who is looking to lose 10 pounds may consider a gym membership or buying home equipment or perhaps even a personal trainer. Here, you will need to consider the costs and your budget. More importantly, ask yourself what type of environment will provide the ideal opportunity to achieve your goal (s).
After planning, it's all about doing! Get on the treadmill and work it. Or hire a personal trainer and make that commitment. Either way, get it done!
Things to Remember for your 90-day challenge
- You cannot skip a day
- You must spend a minimum of 15 minutes every single day on your goal.
- Follow the "Learn, Plan and Do" steps in starting and achieving your goals
- You may choose to commit more than 15 minutes each day to your goal. However, this doesn't give you the option to miss a day.
- Stick with it!
Before you know it, your 90-days are up and your journal is a record of your progress and success. Just bear in mind that your research, planning and commitment play a role. For instance, a fitness plan is useless without a diet plan. So if you are chowing down burgers and fries during your 90-day fitness challenge and wonder why the scale hasn't budged, than you should know the reasons why!
This 90-day challenge is applicable to anything you want to do. But it is important to make this 90-day about life-long learning and development. After all, you are looking to create healthy, long-term lifestyle changes, not just for 90 days.
You can learn more about Relationship Building on Internet Marketing University by clicking on http://www.internetmarketinguniversity.com - Instantly gain FREE access to 20+ hours of videos and tutorials and make your Internet marketing a success today!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Shruti_Salghur
Take a look at this article by Shruti Salghur and enjoy the video at the end.
The point here is that sheer dedication and will power can lead to serious changes. But what it takes is learning, planning and then doing it continuously for 90-days.
If you are one to procrastinate when it comes to putting your goals and dreams to action... it's about time to make serious changes. While there are ample excuses - low confidence, fear, "don't know how" - the 90-day challenge or system may make all the difference for you. Once you start and build up a momentum, the rest including confidence and prosperity shall follow.
The 90-day period is applicable to achieving any goals you have set for yourself. It is not simple nor is it instantaneous, but it does help create a healthy habit of attaining one's goals.
Let's get started! Set your goals, take 15 minutes and Get it Done!
To begin, you would require:
- A Journal/Diary to record (90 days) - dedicate each page to a day! Write the date and time of each journal or diary entry
AND
- A positive attitude
1) To start, consider your goals. Start with the two most important goals that you want to achieve.
Start by writing your goals! Do you want to lose 10 pounds? Do you want to start an online business? Do you want to change your job or obtain a degree? Make them as specific as possible. And keep them REALISTIC! How do you figure out if your goals are realistic?
Say, for instance, you are looking to lose weight. It would probably be highly beneficial to learn about BMI - Body Mass Index., which indicates the ideal body weight for your height and body make up.
Another important aspect to goal-setting is "longevity". The 90-day helps achieve that to some level but it's up to you to choose a goal that is long-term. Starvations and excessive workouts in the beginning of a fitness program may lead to burn-out and health issues in the long-run. Try and select goals that are not short-lived.
2) Making the best of 15 minutes!
Take a minimum of 15 minutes each and every single day to accomplish one goal. The rule here is you cannot miss a single day. If you do miss a day, you will have to restart the 90-day challenge again.
Yes, this surely requires discipline. But ask yourself "Is 15 minutes too much to ask for when it comes to achieving your goal"?
3) Learn, Plan and Do!
Initially, you will most likely start with researching on the Internet to learn more about your goal (s). Write down what you have learnt and researched in your journal every day.
For instance, if you are trying to start an online business, a Google search on "online businesses" will get you started. If you are looking to find legitimate ways of making money online, a good place to start is Internet Marketing University.
With the know-how, you are ready to Plan and set a time -line to achieving your goals. In the planning stage, ask yourself what are the resources you would need in accomplishing your goals? Someone who is looking to lose 10 pounds may consider a gym membership or buying home equipment or perhaps even a personal trainer. Here, you will need to consider the costs and your budget. More importantly, ask yourself what type of environment will provide the ideal opportunity to achieve your goal (s).
After planning, it's all about doing! Get on the treadmill and work it. Or hire a personal trainer and make that commitment. Either way, get it done!
Things to Remember for your 90-day challenge
- You cannot skip a day
- You must spend a minimum of 15 minutes every single day on your goal.
- Follow the "Learn, Plan and Do" steps in starting and achieving your goals
- You may choose to commit more than 15 minutes each day to your goal. However, this doesn't give you the option to miss a day.
- Stick with it!
Before you know it, your 90-days are up and your journal is a record of your progress and success. Just bear in mind that your research, planning and commitment play a role. For instance, a fitness plan is useless without a diet plan. So if you are chowing down burgers and fries during your 90-day fitness challenge and wonder why the scale hasn't budged, than you should know the reasons why!
This 90-day challenge is applicable to anything you want to do. But it is important to make this 90-day about life-long learning and development. After all, you are looking to create healthy, long-term lifestyle changes, not just for 90 days.
You can learn more about Relationship Building on Internet Marketing University by clicking on http://www.internetmarketinguniversity.com - Instantly gain FREE access to 20+ hours of videos and tutorials and make your Internet marketing a success today!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Shruti_Salghur
Monday, October 19, 2009
Welcome to my 90 Day Challenge
My name is Nikki Zachariou and I am the founder and director of UberEdge Dance Company and School. Welcome to my 90 Day Challenge blog and thanks for checking it out.
I am currently on a 90 Day Video Challenge to share with you my passion for dance and dance fitness, how I returned to dance after not dancing for many years, became dance and fitness instructor and how I set up my dance school so that others can do the same.
So please subscribe to the blog and connect with me on this journey whether you are a dance enthusiast, dance instructor, choreographer or someone who is keen to start their own business. A lot of the information in my videos and blog will help you whatever your field or niche is.
I am very passionate about dance, dance related fitness and promoting dance online. I started dancing when I was a young girl but didn't feel like I fitted in with the 'dance school' mould. For most of my teens I tried out many different dance styles trying to find the style I connected with but nothing on offer inspired me.
At 16 I went to college I started to study dance and performance academically. I enjoyed it so much as I was able to be creative and dance in a style that I wanted to, learned how to create dance and the impact it has the people involved with it. After university I struggled to find a dance school for adults in Jersey, Channel Islands. I wanted to dance on a regular basis but didn't have the confidence to go to a formal dance school and feared I'd be the oldest and weakest dancer in the class.
It wasn't until 2004 when I travelled round Australia that I found an avenue to take up dancing again. I started to take classes at the Sydney Dance Company. The classes were for adults of all abilities. It was exactly what I was looking for even though it took me a couple of weeks to get the courage to go (I hadn't danced or performed for about 3 years at this stage) once I did I never looked back. All the fears I had about going, my age, my ability and the environment of the class went away because I was dancing again. My confidence came flooding back and after 3 years away from dance I felt like a part of me that had been missing was back!
On my return to Jersey I knew I wanted to continue dancing but once again I couldn't find an outlet and after going to a couple of adult classes I realised that I could be up there doing the teaching and I wanted to be up there doing the teaching. I had a teacher training qualification from university so I asked my local Further Education College if I could put on some evening classes and after that a local dance school approached me to teach a 14-18year old Hip Hop class. It was a great way to start and gradually after seeing the response to the classes from adults I really started to see that there are loads of young men and women who were just like me. They loved to dance, they wanted to get back into it but were fearful. That was when I really started to think about opening my own dance school. I didn't have a clue at first and thought it was just an impossible dream. But throughout my training I met some inspiring business women in the dance industry and after training with them and talking to them my mindset really began to change. Now I have my own dance school and it is a dream come true but I couldn't have got there without my mentors sharing with me their experiences. So if you want to return to dance, wanting to become a dance instructor or wanting to start up your own school or business this blog is dedicated to showing you how. Its my turn to do the sharing.
As a dance instructor my aim is to connect with as many people as possible and expose them to the benefits of dancing and working in the industry. So welcome to my 90 Day Challenge Blog.
Enjoy the first video!
UberEdge Dance Company and School aims to provide a fun and professional dance school for adults promoting dance as a passion, a lifestyle and a way of improving self confidence and well-being.
To learn more about UberEdge Dance Company and School
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