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Essential Tips for Pre-Pro Dancers: A Guide to Succeeding in Auditions
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Essential Tips for Pre-Pro Dancers: A Guide to Succeeding in Auditions

Auditions can be nerve-wracking, but did you know that many decisions are made in the very first exercise? But with the right approach, you can make a strong impression. Do you know how to present yourself from the moment you enter the room? How to show your technique in every exercise? The best way to wrap up your audition professionally?

In this post, I’m breaking down exactly what to do (and what not to do) to make a lasting impression and be prepared. Click to read and step into your next audition with confidence!

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Top 5 Stretches for Front Splits
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Top 5 Stretches for Front Splits

Ready to master your front splits? In this guide, I’m sharing my top 5 stretches that target tight hip flexors and hamstrings, designed specifically for dancers but effective for anyone looking to increase flexibility, reduce soreness, and move with more ease. Let’s stretch smarter, not harder.

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Top 10 Middle Split Stretches for Dancers
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Top 10 Middle Split Stretches for Dancers

Want deeper, more fluid middle splits? In this post, I’m sharing my top 10 intermediate-level stretches that target the muscles you need most, your hips, adductors, and inner thighs. These techniques are dancer-tested and designed to improve mobility, prevent injury, and elevate your stretching routine to further improve side split and straddle flexibility.

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