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[dancazrok]

I'm looking for all of the advice and ideas you have.

 

I live in a tiny town where all the studios is a classic example of Dolly Dinkle's finest. I moved here 2 and a half years ago, and have been struggling at the best Dolly Dinkle of the bunch. I've managed to keep my spirits up for the time I've been living here, but I know that my technique has greatly diminished. I've gone to 2 SI's that I've loved, and my parents realize that this town isn't working so next year I will be heading into a pre-pro residency. But the problems at my studio that I was overlooking have now begun to push me out of this studio. Now I'm stuck, because all of the other Dolly Dinkles have even worse studios than the one I used to go to.

I am just looking for a way to keep dancing and maybe possibly improve from now to the time I go to my SI.

[DanaD]

which residency, if i may ask, are you going to?

[vrsfanatic]

dancazrok you do have a dilemna on your hands indeed, but since you seem to be implying that you have been accepted into a residency program already (no need to say which one), at least you do have a secure place for the summer/year? If you must take class in a school you find less than perfect, be focused on your goal to the summer and your future. Please show respect for your new teachers and always be polite.

 

DanaD, please observe the polite edicate of not responding to a post on any YDs forum without first "hearing" from a Moderator!

[dancazrok]

I have been accepted to the residency I'm heading to next year. I also have a full scholarship to a small summer program (it's not well known for producing great dancers, but how can I turn down a free 5-week program? ). So I am hoping to keep my technique up until then, because I have many options opening up in the summer. Right now, there are only 2 teachers at my studio. One, whom I love, only teaches twice a week. The other, who has had some... disagreements with my parents, isn't very reliable as a teacher (she has also been known to teach ballet technique incorrectly in the past). I take all of the first teachers classes and have a private with her one day a week. However, that's only three days a week, and I am 15, so I know I need more to stay in shape and improve. I guess that's where my dilemna is. I don't have enough classes to make any improvements. Any ideas?

Edited February 14, 2008 by dancazrok

[dancazrok]

Ok, here's an idea. NCDT isn't too far away from where I live. It's not within driving distance of everyday for class, but it's close enough for a day trip. Maybe I could try to switch into a residency before this summer? Or is that even a possibility?

Well, I guess it depends on the school, but that option would certainly brighten my situation!

[vrsfanatic]

Switching into a residency in February/March is up to your parents, you and the residency. You really do need to speak with your parents and the residency program. Anything else we might say is a guess.