Gene Kelly - Summer Stock

The first time I saw this I was mesmerized by the pure creative genius involved in the creation. Still am.

Conversations with a Parent

Parent: When my daughter dances in your class it is vastly different than with any other teacher. She has more passion, more energy, she really dances! Why is that?

Doctor Ballet: Teaching is an art in itself. The teacher either has it, or they don't. Some of the worst classes I've ever suffered through were from former professional dancers.

Just because someone was a great dancer doesn't mean they're going to be a great teacher. It fact, quite the opposite is true. A resume is just a resume. Some teachers exploit students and parents based on resume alone.

Don't be fooled. Do your homework. Talk to other dancers, parents, teachers. Observe a class. How good are the others in class? How many students have gone on to professional dance jobs?(if you're not allowed to observe class, that's a good sign to look for the nearest exit-lol.)

In any specialized dance form, pick a teacher like you would pick a doctor. Why would you want anything but the best? Remember expensive doesn't always mean better.