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A trophy is beautiful. The title is something a dancer will remember forever. But ask any woman who grew up dancing what the sport truly gave her, and she will rarely lead with the hardware. Dance gives young women something no trophy case can hold. I have had a front row seat to watching it […]

There is something that happens in a Minnesota dance studio or gym that is hard to put into words but the moment you walk in, you feel it. It isn’t just the talent. It isn’t just the dedication. It’s a culture, a community, and a spirit that has been built over generations of dancers who […]

Unity over uniformity — The most powerful teams aren’t the ones who move identically, they’re the ones who move together. There’s a difference, and the camera always catches it (one of my teams literally uses the term “Alyssa Kristine Moment” while cleaning their choreography). A coach who leads with vision — Great teams reflect great […]