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The DanceBUG Show: Interview with Shawn Byfield

A recent interview with Al on The DanceBUG Show. We discuss how I got started, tips for dancers, and online tap dance lessons! Watch this video below for the full interview and tons of fun. =) Need an event speaker, dance choreographer or personal coach? Connect with me here.  ALSO: A great resource for danceContinue reading “The DanceBUG Show: Interview with Shawn Byfield”

Dance Competition Is Done… Here’s What To Do NEXT

Congratulations! #DanceCompetition season is over! Here’s what you do NEXT: ➡ ** TEACHERS ** 1) LISTEN to the notes 2) SHARE the notes 3) HELP your dancers APPLY the notes ➡ ** PARENTS ** 1) LISTEN to the notes 2) SHARE the notes 3) HELP your kiddo APPLY the notes ➡ ** DANCERS ** 1)Continue reading “Dance Competition Is Done… Here’s What To Do NEXT”

TEACHERS: Why A Little Encouragement Can Do Wonders

Hey teachers, a little encouragement can go a long way! Never underestimate the power of your words with your students. The words that come out of your mouth matter. I know sometimes it doesn’t feel like it… But some of it will *actually* stick! Encouragement is always memorable. So try your best to make sure whateverContinue reading “TEACHERS: Why A Little Encouragement Can Do Wonders”

How To Win: The BEST PRIZE At Dance Competition

Yes, it’s dance competition season. So train hard, show up focused, and commit to your team that you’ll do your best. But the most valuable prize is this: knowing you got out there and left your HEART on that stage. Dance with PASSION. When you start living like THAT, know what happens? Magic. Magic happens.Continue reading “How To Win: The BEST PRIZE At Dance Competition”

Spark Dance Competition Lights Up The Stage- Just In Time For The Holidays

Spark Dance Competition 2013 A few shots from the semi finals of Spark Show Production’s dance talent contest at Market Village in Markham. My Toronto dance studio Byfield Dance Experience is one of the prestigious sponsors for the event, and I’m one of the judges for the competition. The finals are Saturday December 7th (TOMORROW)Continue reading “Spark Dance Competition Lights Up The Stage- Just In Time For The Holidays”