Rainbow Connection
An Autumn Celebration with the Leotard Boutique
Autumn is one of our favorite seasons here at Leotard Boutique, and it's not hard to see why. It's time to celebrate the autumn harvest. Here are some ideas for celebrating the harvest with your family and friends.
How to Plan a Princess-Themed Birthday Party
Most little one's dream of a fairytale extravaganza, and what better way to make their wish come true than with a princess-themed birthday party? With a sprinkle of magic and a touch of enchantment, I'm going to help you create a memorable experience that will transport your little one and their friends to a royal realm.
Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ Youth in Dance Studios
Dance studios should be a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone where individuals can feel accepted when expressing themselves freely and being comfortable and confident in their own skin.
Unfortunately for LGBTQ+ youth, some traditional dance studios can feel unwelcoming or even unsafe. As dance educators and studio owners, it is our responsibility to foster an environment that celebrates diversity and ensures the well-being of every individual.
In this blog post, we will explore practical strategies to create a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ youth in your dance studio.
The Beginners Guide to Basic Stretching for Dance
As dancers, flexibility allows us to move effortlessly through an unrestricted range of motion. To keep our bodies safe and avoid injury, stretching is essential.
Over the years, I've learned a few helpful things, which I am excited to share with you. Stay tuned; I promise it'll help!
The Original Workout Girl Themed Party
When we all were sweating through middle school gym class, who would have guessed that we would be throwing a themed party like this? Wish you'd kept your Jane Fonda-inspired leotard after all, huh?
Head back to yesteryear: Here are our top picks for the best retro workout-themed birthday ever!
How to Plan A Mermaid-Themed Birthday Party
We've put together your ultimate mermaid party planning guide with free party invite download!
How to Prepare for a Dance Competition
I've been dancing for a long time, and over the years, I've learned some super helpful tips in helping me prepare for a competition.
Helping Our Children Foster a Positive Body Image in Their Dance Career
A big part of our job as successful dancers is to assess our bodies. Doing that without berating them? You’d struggle to find someone who hasn’t. Learning to love the bodies that we have been given can sometimes take work. I’m here to share the tools and tips I’ve learned to help you support your child in their dance career.
Dance Moms: How to Set the Barre High
The reality show hit Dance Moms debuted over a decade ago. As a dance studio owner and IRL dance mom, I get asked a lot about my opinion of the show. I'm here to give you the truth!
Ready-to-Make Ballet Crafts
I swear I meant to design my own ballet craft to share with you lovely people. However, I’m not all that crafty, much to my dismay. As much as I would like to pull out my craft tote when my child gets bored or antsy and show how to do something new featuring leotards, tutus, and ballet slippers, to be honest, I’m much better at following other people’s directions.Â