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chocolateworld12 I notices more members changed their profile pics to dance related, thanks for representing!!
12/2/2012 6:21:03 AM | Report
Blonde Blue Eyes anyone on here anymre?
4/3/2013 1:52:57 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 Does anybody know what a Dub Step is?
11/4/2012 6:53:03 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 My dance class was canceled today due to Hurricane Sandy, I know what I'm doing today! Thank goodness my grandpa made a ballet bar for me.
10/30/2012 6:47:08 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 @ Blonde Blue Eyes Girly, does your instructor know your have a weak knee?
9/1/2012 6:58:22 AM | Report
Blonde Blue Eyes oh yeah she knows i mean I wear a brace all the way up to recital durring classes and rehearsals but I just have a problem balancing
9/3/2012 7:16:51 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 @Blonde Blue Eyes well, I hope you feel welcome here. You can feel free to post questions about techniques you're struggling with, advice of your own and whatever you want really. We just ask you leave any negative feelings at the front door.
8/23/2012 7:18:52 PM | Report
Blonde Blue Eyes so i've nailed triple right pirrouettes but i can't do double left! i have a weak right knee any suggestions
8/27/2012 8:41:17 PM | Report
Blonde Blue Eyes you got it!
8/24/2012 10:16:28 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 So Ladies: Have we started back up w/ dance classes? If you haven't it is very important to keep up your stretching/conditioning like you've been throughout the summer. when is everybody's first day back? Mine is August 29
8/20/2012 7:02:50 AM | Report
AquaDragon Hey, just joined, and my school year has already started... It started on August 1st this year.... About two weeks earlier than last year! DX
8/26/2012 8:21:39 AM | Report
Blonde Blue Eyes Hey guys just joined! i've beendancing for 8 years i start back up September 10!
8/23/2012 8:59:55 AM | Report
baconlvr711 @DancingQueen14 Releves are always good- in moderation!Also try doing releves on one foot(with a barre).
6/11/2012 7:54:28 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 @balletchic I MIGHT I've done it in the past and it really helped to keep me flexible during the summer when there are no regular dance classes going on.
2/25/2012 7:09:14 PM | Report
WinnieGirlie Hey, I am trying out for a dance company on August 10th. August 9th is my birthday, so it is the day after my birthday! :) Any tips to ace it? Thankxsyz!
8/8/2012 4:00:35 PM | Report
The_Spark Hey y'all! I'm new to this club and just wanted to say hi! @dancergurl18- Have you been to a doctor or a physical therapist?
5/14/2012 4:22:24 AM | Report
greendancer818 Heyy girls! just wanted to stop in and say good luck to everyone who has an upcoming performance!!! 3 weeks until my recital! I'm super excited to be in 6 dances this year!!! :)
4/28/2012 8:02:39 PM | Report
dancergurl18 Does anyone know a good danceteen novel. I loved Bunheads! Also, I pulled a groin muscle 5months ago, and I still have a hard time trying the splits. Newthing, everytime I try to work on my splits, it hurts around the hip area. What is that? Help?
4/2/2012 1:04:54 PM | Report
loyaldiva try dancing in the dark i loved it
5/12/2012 4:43:52 AM | Report
balletchic Heyy girlies, whats up? Anyone doing summer Intensives for Dance (like me!)?
2/17/2012 10:13:50 AM | Report
WinnieGirlie I did quite a lot of dance intensives!
8/8/2012 3:59:30 PM | Report
Dancing Queen 14 does anyone have any tips on making my ankles stronger so i can do pointe?
6/10/2012 12:47:08 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 @ mayflower7 sorry but you cannot post your own comment, bUT you can comment on new posts like you have been doing. And welcome to the club!
2/5/2012 7:43:13 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 @baconlvr711 Didn't you feel lazy while dance wasn't in session? I felt lazy as ever, but when dance was back in session, I felt better.
1/21/2012 5:46:59 PM | Report
Dancing Queen 14 Hey!!! (: i really need some helpful tips on how to get my splits and my double pirouette, preferably by may!!!
1/28/2012 11:39:42 AM | Report
Vjazzy08 @Dancing Queen: For your splits, the only thing that will help is to just stretch and practice daily! I just got my double pirrouette. the secret is to use your plie to get more momentum. Good luck, girl!
6/4/2012 4:44:29 PM | Report
mayflowers7 Hey! I just joined this club and I'm very confused... How do I post my own comment?
1/27/2012 12:00:47 AM | Report
twise8484 Yea I wanna know 2!
6/13/2012 8:35:27 PM | Report
Dancing Queen 14 i don't know i have the same question
1/29/2012 3:14:20 PM | Report
baconlvr711 I was so stiff first class back...Good to be back tho
1/19/2012 7:57:51 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 *sigh* doesn't feel great to be back at dance? admit it, who was so stiff first dance class back from break? (this one right here<3)
1/5/2012 6:46:33 PM | Report
edward199 no not really
1/6/2012 9:56:32 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 @loyaldiva "golly geez" why so long of a break?
12/15/2011 6:05:09 PM | Report
loyaldiva cuz in australia we dont have a summer break we have over christmas so new year new grade!
12/20/2011 1:07:44 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 Holidays are coming up girls! during your week off make sure you keep stretching, don't want to go back to dance class stiff!
12/10/2011 4:44:44 PM | Report
dancer8608 Totally Right!!!! I have been dancing for 9 years, I am 12 and I have been stretching forever and I am the best at splits, handstands, cartwheels, ballet, and balancing!!! I have been through some hard things!! I want to thank Stephanie my teacher!!!
12/17/2011 5:10:06 PM | Report
loyaldiva i go off for about 6 weeks!
12/12/2011 5:23:05 AM | Report
charliethedancer i am so sorry im inactive, but great job at keep going!
11/17/2011 11:12:18 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 hey gals!!! I have a challenge for all of us to take on: change your profile pic for this site to dance related, whether it be a professional dancer you look up to or a type of dance you do!
11/10/2011 7:29:27 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 I have a slight problem; I have my right split down perfectly with my toes pointed and my back straight. But my left split is absolutely horrible. I work on my left spilt as often as I work on keeping my right split, but it isn't improving Help?
10/16/2011 7:11:14 PM | Report
soccerdanca22 Hi have that same problem Chica and I just can't get my left splits( I know it i favor my right leg) . Help?
1/21/2012 9:10:41 PM | Report
vicy998 Streatch everything- calves, inner and outer thigh, hamstring, ect. Hold your splits for 2 minutes straight each day, and while youre in them, dont bounce!
10/25/2011 10:24:04 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 Has everybody who started have a fun first day back to dance class?
9/8/2011 6:53:03 PM | Report
littleg17 Anyone have any tips on turning??
10/4/2011 9:13:38 PM | Report
ballet4eva73 I was wondering if anyone else does nutcraker with their ballet company or is it just recitals
9/21/2011 4:07:18 PM | Report
BERNICIA13 JUST A SIMPLE RECITAL
12/10/2011 7:44:16 AM | Report
edward199 mine is going to do it every year now!!!!
10/8/2011 9:32:04 PM | Report
greendancer818 We do the nutcracker!!! And I got Clara this year too!!!!!!!!(:
9/24/2011 10:52:10 AM | Report
ballet4eva73 That's awesome! I'm too old for clara at my academy but I'm marzipan and an angel!
9/29/2011 6:27:16 AM | Report
lilmizzymango i'm a cartwheeler and a party child in the nutcracke
11/13/2011 5:27:42 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 Hey girls! For all those dancers who start dance classes shortly after Labor Day should really start (IT'S NEVER TOO EARLY)stretching five days a week :)
8/27/2011 5:30:34 PM | Report
dance&donuts_21 Hey dancers! It's been a year since I moved and I haven't been dancing. I'm not new to dance, but I want to start again. I'm a few inches away from getting my splits, and my flexibility and arch (I'm flat-footed)could use some work. How do I improve?
8/27/2011 9:43:03 PM | Report
dance.live.love I'd recommend, the basic dance strech. Sit on the floor, spread your legs as far as they can go, then try to reach for your leg (keeping your knees up) & lean your body over your leg. You can also put your leg on a high counter & reach over that way.
8/29/2011 8:39:13 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 OMG!!!! I start summer ballet camp tomorrow at 10 00 am but the problem is I haven't stretched all summer!!!!
7/31/2011 4:02:18 PM | Report
loyaldiva our dance concert is peter pan im rock lobsters and urchins!
9/17/2011 2:40:56 AM | Report
bernicia try to stretch when u wake up for 10 min and wake up early and pratice some of your ballet moves
8/23/2011 10:04:40 AM | Report
bernicia try to stretch when u wake up for 10 min and wake up early and pratice some of your ballet moves
8/23/2011 10:04:25 AM | Report
bernicia try to stretch when u wake up for 10 min and wake up early and pratice some of your ballet moves
8/23/2011 10:04:20 AM | Report
dance.live.love What is that move called when your keep doing a continous turn and like strech out your leg straight then have in pointed to your knee? I hope I explained it good enough :)
8/19/2011 1:58:35 PM | Report
koolkat21 It is called a fouette!
12/12/2011 10:38:17 PM | Report
loyaldiva i think it mabye a fuette?
9/17/2011 9:44:34 PM | Report
Balletgoddess1 I just got back from a six week ballet intensive in Milwaukee!
8/18/2011 11:09:57 AM | Report
kayluch thats greats how was it tell me everything
8/30/2011 8:12:44 PM | Report
keshadollarsign ok i start ballet next week for the first time. how many years will it be till i get my toe shoes
8/13/2011 10:29:07 PM | Report
dance.live.love My dance studio requires at least 4 years of ballet, and you have to have the dance instructors recommendation. Work hard, try your best and push to be your best, and maybe in 3 or 4 years you'll be on those shoes!
8/15/2011 9:45:41 PM | Report
BERNICIA13 FOR US WE HAVE A COLOR FOR EACH LEVEL IF UR FUSCHIA AND MAROON UR ON POINTE BUT IF UR COLOR BLUE AND PINK IT'S JUST PRIMARY
12/10/2011 7:46:07 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 wow, I have signed up for point class this coming dance year. i have not done point for like three to four years!
7/18/2011 1:14:01 PM | Report
baconlvr711 dramaqueen865:You can still go back!It helps that youve had some experience.If u r with younger girls just practice extra hard and try to see if older girls in other classes will help u practice.Just keep stretching and u'll get it!!!!! <3
6/25/2011 9:52:37 PM | Report
loyaldiva baconlvr711 what can i do to help my dance when i am not dancing
7/30/2011 7:37:10 AM | Report
greendancer818 little down today....got dumped last night... :'( do any of you know a good song so i can dance through it??? thanks a lot!!! :)
7/17/2011 4:35:19 PM | Report
pebblescarlow a song i like to dance to is before he cheat's by carry underwood
7/27/2011 11:00:03 PM | Report
loyaldiva what stretches are the best before splits?and with a theraband do u need to stretch before that too?
7/11/2011 4:20:26 AM | Report
sparkleyballoon ummm a good onee is to go into second position and go into your grand plie. Stay there for like 2 mins. after go in lundges. After that, u should b pretty loose.
7/17/2011 1:33:20 AM | Report
loyaldiva also how can i get better turn out?
7/17/2011 9:04:34 PM | Report
Luv2dance14 and have your feet, knees, hip, and stomach all pressed flat against the surface; if it doesn't hurt you're not doing it right lol :)
7/31/2011 8:44:59 PM | Report
Luv2dance14 My mom told me this exercise to get a better turn out. Lie down on a completely flat surface such as the floor on your stomach. Have your knees pointed outwards and the complete bottoms of your feet together with your knees bent...
7/31/2011 8:43:44 PM | Report
PurpleGlitter220 help i want to do dance but its gonna be my first time. and im gonna be put in the classes with 8-12 yr olds. also i need a dance class thats in texas not houston tx but above it and split stretches easy ones?? thanks alot
7/1/2011 7:39:58 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 My recital is this Saturday! Luckily school just got out so I can focus on my routines. How is everybody else doing?
6/21/2011 3:46:31 PM | Report
loyaldiva we are starting preparations for my dance concert!
7/30/2011 7:35:24 AM | Report
loyaldiva i've got parent watching day today wish me luck
6/27/2011 3:54:50 AM | Report
loyaldiva its actually parents week but i didnt people would understand
7/11/2011 4:17:43 AM | Report
greendancer818 ha! GOOD LUCK then!!!!!!! hahaha i am ssooo glad my studio doesnt have parent watch day... :)
7/2/2011 8:48:36 PM | Report
Goldengirl113 My dance camp ended last week.. I can't go to 2rd or 3nd session either. I don't know what to do with myself, and I'm sooo depressed. x_x
6/22/2011 11:47:09 AM | Report
baconlvr711 Dance recital in 2 weeks!Yay! <3 ~baconlvr711~
5/27/2011 10:23:21 PM | Report
dramaqueen865 HELP!!! I am 12 and have taken dance classes before(6 or 7 yrs old) but i wanna start dancing again. I want to do ballet, hip hop, and mayb poms. Is it too late? Any tips? Wat if im with younger girls? Split tricks? Thanks!!
6/20/2011 5:28:09 PM | Report
dance.live.love It's not to late! Try it! They won't put you with a lot younger dancers. There are others your age that are just starting. And they might put you with the younger dancers, but if you show them you can do better, they can move you up! Good luck :)
8/15/2011 9:38:16 PM | Report
PurpleGlitter220 i want to take hip hop too but i cant find a good one in texas and of us texas girls who dance advice to also let me know when you answer dramaqueen865'squestions cuz i have the same ones
7/1/2011 7:34:53 PM | Report
Goldengirl113 I also really want to take hip hop! I want to get good, but I'm 13 and just now starting... I'm also a Texas girl! I've found a couple studios that have some classes, but I can't find any classes that are in July...
7/5/2011 6:04:31 PM | Report
fungirl123 Hey girls! Check out my club, Dancer101!! All types of dance can come! It's on my profile! Thanks!!
6/16/2011 2:12:49 PM | Report
koolkat21 OMG I totally failed at my company dance tryouts. It was jazz, my very first dance tryout, and it was aimed for level five, which is mostly 16-18 year old's! I was so nervous! I get the results on the 18th! I'm so nervous! I'll post if I made it.
6/12/2011 6:17:46 PM | Report
koolkat21 OMGOMGOMG!!!!!1 i made the team i wanted! with my bff! wish me luck everyone!
6/17/2011 7:32:56 PM | Report
Goldengirl113 Congratulations!
7/5/2011 6:05:26 PM | Report
tapgirl01 Good luck! I'm sure you rocked it!
6/14/2011 3:22:02 PM | Report
greendancer818 last week of school!!!!!! :) yay!!!!! :)
6/5/2011 2:25:06 PM | Report
loyaldiva im already on holidays!
7/17/2011 9:06:15 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 To reply to your post, charliethedancer, my dance recital is in June too (!)
5/14/2011 8:18:47 PM | Report
greendancer818 Im ssssoooooooo sad!!!! dance is over until next september!!!!!! :( :,( :,( i have no clue what to do with myself and all of this free time.... haha and GOOD LUCK to all who has dance recitals coming up!!!!! :)
5/27/2011 5:03:18 PM | Report
Letsdance12 I know me too!! this is my last week of classes and im dreading it!! plus one of my best friends at dance doesnt think she will have time to dance next year :( shes like amazing! shes in 8th grade and is doing fuattes on pointe!!
6/4/2011 8:47:17 PM | Report
greendancer818 ohhh wow!!! that is AMAZING!!!! keep her in dance!!!!!
6/5/2011 2:23:51 PM | Report
charliethedancer SO how is everyone ? I've been doing pretty good, and as for an update on ballet we are starting on our dance for recital in June. How about yall ?
4/23/2011 12:17:14 PM | Report
Letsdance12 my recital was weeks ago:( but i'm trying out for the nutcracker soon. so foes anyone have any tips for balancing while doing turns or fuattes??
6/4/2011 8:55:49 PM | Report
tapgirl01 Yeah! mine is in June too!!!!!!
6/3/2011 2:45:35 PM | Report
Dancerejk My dance recital is in June too! How wierd is that almost everybody has a dance recitalnin june.
5/21/2011 10:47:35 AM | Report
Grace_Girl mine was last weekend
5/24/2011 7:56:09 PM | Report
elmsgirl7 Hey, does anyone do fuettes? I don't take ballet class anymore, but I want to be able to do two or three. Any suggestions?
5/9/2011 9:24:33 PM | Report
iHeartScience+Dance recital in 2 weeks then an entertainment show in July
5/7/2011 7:25:58 PM | Report
greendancer818 COOL!!! my recital is on the 21st!!!!! :) im sooo excited!!!!!
5/7/2011 8:56:30 PM | Report
greendancer818 heyy!!! my boyfriend and i are trying to pick a song and he wants me to pick...ugh...but what do you all have to say about best love song by t pain????? ;)
5/1/2011 1:14:31 PM | Report
greendancer818 hey gurls!!! i was just wondering if any of you knew any tips on how to improve your arch.... cuz mind is small but big enough to go on pointe but i want to get a pretty big arch for my high school rectials coming up soon!!! thanks :)
5/1/2011 1:12:25 PM | Report
charliethedancer Oh my gosh guys sorrry about not being on for so long ! I have been sentenced to one hour per week on the computer ! :((((( I didnt have such great grades (One C in pre-ap Math, and it was only one 79 !) so my dad and mom out me on restricition. +
4/23/2011 12:16:26 PM | Report
baconlvr711 chocolateworld:SAME here!!!!Argh! >:/ <3 ~baconlvr711~
4/21/2011 10:05:29 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 The most aggravating thing!: I have my split down perfect for my right foot but my left foot forget it! Anybody else like that??
4/17/2011 5:55:32 AM | Report
pink and purple girl ugh no one ever comments on this club or answers my questions!!!! :(
4/21/2011 4:23:38 PM | Report
C~Bear Me too!!! Its so anoying I mean suddenly im flexible on the right side but all my left side just gose away!
4/21/2011 2:13:07 PM | Report
dancequeen12 Have high school dance team tryouts next week...Soo scared.
4/17/2011 10:02:08 PM | Report
loyaldiva good luck!
4/27/2011 6:25:13 AM | Report
chocolateworld12 Omg I just took my grade one exam but the results won't be in for awhile (juts wanted to get that off my mind)
4/12/2011 6:53:39 PM | Report
baconlvr711 loyaldiva:I'm not sure on the stretches but you should eat healthy foods filled with nutrients.Some good foods 2 eat r dairy foods like yogurt,granola bars(grains),bananas-they give u energy,fish,and nuts! for more,check out my club foodloversunite.
4/9/2011 11:16:08 PM | Report
baconlvr711 pink and purple girl: I use this to lengthen/strengthen calves:stand on stairs w/ your heels hanging off and lower your heels. do this whenever you have a free moment!
4/7/2011 3:09:18 PM | Report
loyaldiva does anybody know any good jazz stretches!
4/8/2011 10:15:00 PM | Report
Grace_Girl uh... the basics: splits, squats, butterflies, frog/mermaids.
5/24/2011 7:57:59 PM | Report
loyaldiva what is the frog stretch
10/30/2011 8:07:57 AM | Report
loyaldiva what is the frog stretch
10/30/2011 8:07:55 AM | Report
charliethedancer SORRY SORRY gurls I have not been on ! I was grounded ! So any updates ?
3/31/2011 7:59:00 PM | Report
pink and purple girl I need some new excereises to strengthen my stomach and thighs!!! Thx :D
4/5/2011 5:16:15 PM | Report
applegirl2345 i wanna know how i can get more flexible for jazz
4/2/2011 7:20:28 PM | Report
angelbeats and oh i got accepted as treasurer. sweet! ^^ i'll be here to chat!
3/31/2011 8:28:36 PM | Report
angelbeats Okay for some reason i can't find that comment thing where i can post a new comment so sorry charlie for commenting here lol. and i'm super sorry as well for not being here either i've had a ton of projects and tests lately.
3/31/2011 8:24:23 PM | Report
loyaldiva i wanna be able to do the splits what are some good strtches to me do the splits
5/23/2011 12:15:21 AM | Report
baconlvr711 goldengirl:some basic stretches r reaching up,holding it,then touching ur toes.also sit down with ur legs shoulder width apart and scoop from side to side.then go full stradle and lean to 1 side,then the other.good luck!If u want more let me know!
3/29/2011 4:09:25 PM | Report
loyaldiva baconlvr711:what should a serious jazz dancer eat like what are the important foods to eat?
4/9/2011 5:04:13 AM | Report
loyaldiva bacolvr711:i need some more stretches for jazz!
4/8/2011 10:19:45 PM | Report
Love*Laugh*Dance What stretches can I do to get my kick higher? And my toe-touch higher? Thanks :)
4/3/2011 10:19:42 PM | Report
pink and purple girl Just do butterfly, just sit and touch ur toes, stand and touch ur toes, do kicking exercises!! To do a totouch u need to be strong so do noes and toes and tabletop and candle stick!! If u need me 2 explain just ask!!
4/5/2011 5:19:14 PM | Report
pink and purple girl hey baconlvr u seem like a really good advice giver so do u kno any excereises that soecifcly strengthens the calves and core???? Thx!! Gotta get real fit before bikini season ;)
3/29/2011 4:45:25 PM | Report
baconlvr711 AlizaJ13:Id say trust ur gut.Whether ur gut says go or no, idk but id do wut u thinks best!Good luck! ~baconlvr711~
3/27/2011 8:34:45 PM | Report
baconlvr711 jellybean1445: Just keep stretching!It will take time but if you stretch daily and keep trying, youll get there.Good luck! ~baconlvr711~
3/27/2011 10:58:57 AM | Report
GoldenGirl113 Speaking of stretching.. I'm kind of new to dance, I haven't been doing it that long. I'm doing a dance camp this summer, and I'm about as out of shape as a girl can get! What are some stretches and such that I can do to prepare? Thx :)
3/28/2011 4:44:20 PM | Report
AlizaJ13 in my head so i'm not sure if its missing something or not. idk if i should go wit my gut or make an entirely different dance to the same song. idk even know if the songs a good choice. what should i do?
3/27/2011 11:59:27 AM | Report
elmsgirl7 Always go with your gut in dance. If you don't want to, just ask a friends, family member, or dance teacher.
4/6/2011 7:42:13 PM | Report
AlizaJ13 ok i have a dilema. i'm working on a solo fr my advanced dance class in school and it needs to be good. i have the song picked out becuz it has to be a modern dance (song alice by avril lavigne) and i have the dance down but i also have other moves
3/27/2011 11:57:08 AM | Report
baconlvr711 Cant wait for my dance recital!It's still sooo far away though :/ ~baconlvr711~
3/26/2011 9:35:17 AM | Report
loyaldiva good luck!thnx for all the advice!
4/27/2011 6:27:46 AM | Report
C~Bear Good luck!! My dance school just started our recital and im so happy I love my ballet and jazz dances!
3/26/2011 5:15:04 PM | Report
MDSDdancer411 i feel ya girlie! I totally know how ya feel, but luckily I have lotsa competition to look forward 2! Good luck at the recital, you'll do great!
3/26/2011 12:17:40 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 OMG! My ballet exam is in a few weeks!
3/24/2011 6:23:59 PM | Report
Jalana-Joy12 Good Luck!
3/26/2011 10:40:07 AM | Report
pink and purple girl scary!!!!!1 ull do good!!!!
3/25/2011 5:34:20 PM | Report
kellebelle99 mine too! :O soooo scared! and- i cant even do the splitz! :P:P good luck!
3/25/2011 1:32:26 AM | Report
baconlvr711 pandagirl12: dance, but just be sure ur not doin moves that are 2...inappropriate.try doing basic/classic moves while adding your own twist on them! ~baconlvr711~
3/23/2011 8:25:30 PM | Report
pandagirl12 Thank you tons baconlvr711 and charliethedancer u guys rock.
3/24/2011 5:02:33 PM | Report
charliethedancer @pandagirl Personally, for me, at school I only dance to songs that have a dance with it, such as the "Jump On It" Or Chacha slide(:
3/23/2011 8:16:45 PM | Report
baconlvr711 dancethenightaway, Hey girlie!ive had ankle problems before, so some good exercises ive learned are writing the abc's in the air with your foot. sounds strange, but it can work! ~baconlvr711~
3/21/2011 9:52:14 AM | Report
pandagirl12 i have a school dance on friday and i want to look really good dancing without looking inappropriate. Can anyone help?
3/22/2011 5:40:37 PM | Report
MDSDdancer411 skinny jeans with a cute flowy top are forever presh.
3/26/2011 12:13:54 PM | Report
pink and purple girl charliethedancer im just wonderin what made u not pick me 4 VP im not upset or anything(well mayb a little) but i just wanna kno what it was. :( thx and pls respond!!
3/21/2011 6:01:48 PM | Report
baconlvr711 fayfay, Hey girl! we all gain weight! (me definitely included) dont worry! you should be fine, it could just take a little extra practice.even if it doesnt work out, its worth a shot! ~baconlvr711~
3/21/2011 9:49:14 AM | Report
fayfay01 thanks!!!!!
3/22/2011 9:58:51 PM | Report
charliethedancer @cherrio4life A couple more, maybe four or three, joined because it was Club Of The Day probably.
3/20/2011 8:23:27 PM | Report
dancequeen12 Dancing With The Stars starts tonigt! Anyone going to watch?
3/21/2011 8:35:24 PM | Report
pink and purple girl Yip I heart that show!!!
3/24/2011 5:02:57 PM | Report
baconlvr711 Hey thanks so mmuch for making me advisor 2! So all you ballerinas out there, need advice?! :) ~baconlvr711~
3/20/2011 6:54:05 PM | Report
fayfay01 okay i skipped out on dancing for a year and i am going back in next week. I dont think i could do it again because i gained some weight since then and i just dont think i could do it again.........advice?????
3/20/2011 9:19:58 PM | Report
dancethenightaway Hey! What is that one turn called? It's like a pica except you don't sink. Sote?
3/20/2011 8:12:00 PM | Report
dancethenightaway Hey! I am 12 and used to go to a really really bad dance studio for five years and now I go to a better dance studio a good one. This is my second year there and I was wondering, is there a way I can make my ankles stronger for pointe shoes?
3/20/2011 8:05:17 PM | Report
Music4ever107 I use therobands and I start flexed and slowly point my foot and roll through the ball and toe. I Also write the alphabet with my feet but I still need to get totally over my box.
4/7/2011 11:21:53 PM | Report
charliethedancer **WE GOT CLUB OF THE DAY !** Very exciting, we are the second largest Club ! I plan on making cool challenges and advice columns for dancers who need help on anything. Also, if you have a question about anything at all, just ask ! Put a ** so I know!
3/20/2011 5:52:45 PM | Report
cheerio4life **Did you have this many members before you got club of the day?
3/20/2011 6:45:24 PM | Report
dancethenightaway I wonder
3/20/2011 8:10:31 PM | Report
charliethedancer **WE GOT CLUB OF THE DAY !** Very exciting, we are the second largest Club ! I plan on making cool challenges and advice columns for dancers who need help on anything. Also, if you have a question about anything at all, just ask ! Put a ** so I know!
3/20/2011 5:34:08 PM | Report
charliethedancer @GOALIEIRL28 I'm sorry i put two secretarys but Dancequeen12 is the Secretary. And Baconlvr711 I'm sorry I didnt put your username right ! That was rude of me.
3/20/2011 5:25:09 PM | Report
charliethedancer VP: Balletchic Secretary: Dancequeen12 Treaseuer : Angelbeats Secretary: Goaliegirl18 Ballet Advisor 1: chocolateworld Ballet Advisor 2: Bacongirl.
3/20/2011 5:07:31 PM | Report
pink and purple girl :( man i wsnt picked 4 anyhthing!! why???D:
3/21/2011 6:02:57 PM | Report
dancequeen12 Thank you! And congrats to everyone else :)
3/20/2011 6:19:13 PM | Report
charliethedancer Woah ! We gots tons new members and we are Club Of The Day ! Woot woot ! In my next post I will tell you who filled the positions.
3/20/2011 5:04:05 PM | Report
charliethedancer Name: Age:(You can put a range or your actual age) Info about yourself: What type of dance you take: What Position: Why You Would Be Good For The Position:
3/18/2011 1:45:33 PM | Report
rzgirl I really want to do dance compony which is like dance competitions, next year. but then i can't do the school play. but i really want to be a better dancer.
3/20/2011 4:19:09 PM | Report
dancequeen12 Name: Becca Age:13 I have been dancing for about 6-7 years now. I currently take jazz and tap. I love dancing and I think it is a great way to express yourself. I would love any position or even be just a member :)
3/20/2011 3:32:32 PM | Report
caroline*1399 I think i would make a great secretary cuz i am on gl bout every day and i am the secretary for our school club
3/20/2011 3:26:02 PM | Report
caroline*1399 Name: caroline age: 10-12. I take tap,jazz,ballet, and pointe.I think i would make a great VP.
3/20/2011 3:19:13 PM | Report
baconlvr711 OK soo name:baconlvr711 but u can call me JJ Age:between 10-12 Dance:ballet,hip-hop,(used to)$ jazz.Why:I LOVE AND LIVE dance! Ive been dancin since i was 3 and am pretty good. i make a good leader and would luv to help make this club the best it can
3/20/2011 1:19:44 PM | Report
balletchic Bridget, 13-15, I take Ballet, Modern, Lyrical, Pointe and Tap. I love to dance and I give great advice! I am the leader of my dance school's dance squad (audition only) so I would be an amazing VP
3/20/2011 11:51:16 AM | Report
Dancing Queen 14 Malvika, 11-13, I take Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz, used to take hip hop and musical theatre. I've been dancing since i was 6 and im in advanced levels of dance. I am going to try out for drill team when i get the chance 3 years from now. :)
3/20/2011 6:48:23 PM | Report
pink and purple girl when r u gonna tell us who is VP???? Im DYING 2 kno!!!
3/20/2011 11:35:17 AM | Report
pink and purple girl if u dont kno ( ibet u do) thsi club is the club of the day!!!! yay!!
3/20/2011 11:34:35 AM | Report
angelbeats Continued!! I come online here at some time nearly every day just to check what's new so you won't ever have to worry about me being missing lol. And ive had tons of experience as a secretary at school! ^^
3/20/2011 10:42:40 AM | Report
angelbeats Name: umm you could call me Luna :), Age: not allowed sorry!, Type of Dance: Ballet, Position: Secretary!!!, Why? I looove dance and i'd be soo happy if i could be involved in something like this in some way!
3/20/2011 10:37:53 AM | Report
pink and purple girl ok all of mine have been really confusing so i think i did a clean one on ur profile!!! pls check!!! what my point is I WOULD SOOO LOVE 2 BE VP!!
3/20/2011 10:30:23 AM | Report
goaliegirl18 Name: Shayla Age: 10-14 Info: I've been dancing since kindergarten. What dance: Tap, ballet, and jazz What position: Secretary Why I'm good: I'm on GL a lot, and I love dancing!!! :D
3/20/2011 9:41:47 AM | Report
redsock101fan cont- to make the club the best it can be plus i know ALOT about dance ( ive been takin it since i was 3)
3/20/2011 8:13:16 AM | Report
redsock101fan Hi!!!! My first name is caroline and im 12 i just got my point shoe this year and i also take tap dancing and jazz. I would love to be the Secretary cuz im on gl every day and am pretty organized. I would love to help you run the club and make it the
3/20/2011 8:10:54 AM | Report
caroline*1399 My name is caroline ro and i am 11 and just got my pointe shoes last year
3/20/2011 3:22:40 PM | Report
redsock101fan Hi!!!! My first name is caroline and im 12 i just got my point shoe this year and i also take tap dancing and jazz. I would love to be the Secretary cuz im on gl every day and am pretty organized. I would love to help you run the club and make it the
3/20/2011 8:09:48 AM | Report
pink and purple girl I WOULD BE GREAT AT VP CUZ I GET ON GL A TON AND I LUV THE IDEA OF THIS CLUB AND I JUST LUV 2 DANCE!!! <3- ASHLEY URBAN!!
3/18/2011 4:06:34 PM | Report
pink and purple girl THIS IS CONTINUED!! K SOME INFO BOUT ME: MY FAVE COLOR IS PURPLE MY FAVE FOOD IS GRILLED SHRIMP I LUV HAVING BESTIES I HATE SCHOOL I HAVE HAD TJE SAME CRUSH FOR A LOOOOONG TIME I STILL LUV DISNEY CHANNEL!! I WOULD LUV 2 BE VP!!!!! TO BE CONTINUED...
3/18/2011 4:04:30 PM | Report
pink and purple girl Name: ASHLEY Age: NOT ALLOWED SRY BUT STILL I WOULD LUV 2 BE VP!!! Info: fave color: purple, fave things 2 do: dance, GL, performing What position: I WOULD SOOOOO HEART BEING VP!!! Why I would be good 4 the position: WELL I JUST LOOOVVVEE DANCI Helen S.
3/18/2011 3:55:33 PM | Report
charliethedancer So we have more members ! Now does anyone want to be VP, Treasurer, or Secretary ? I'll be making the two officers later. If you want any of these postions, just post a comment on your application. Your application should look like the next post.
3/18/2011 1:43:46 PM | Report
ryliebug6 i would love to be secretary its been my so let me do it and im fine
3/21/2011 6:20:49 PM | Report
chocolateworld12 Hey Charliethedancer, just joined this club! (Ive been a dancer for ten years) I wouldn't mind being an officer, or whatever position is needed. Just let me know :) Brittany G.
3/19/2011 9:11:34 AM | Report
*pReTtY*hObO* hello!!! this club is sooo kool!!
3/20/2011 9:35:13 PM | Report
Jellybean1445 Hey! Does anybody have a trick to help you do the splits?
3/23/2011 6:21:22 PM | Report
MDSDdancer411 Hey girlie! The only tips I really have are to stretch EVERY day whenever you can. Consistency will pay off in the end, and before you know it, you'll be super-flexible!
3/26/2011 12:22:05 PM | Report
angelstar1999 hey! my dance teacher said that i can get pointe shoes, but i have to work on getting my knees super straight! do you have any exercize reccomendations for me? :)
3/30/2011 6:52:15 PM | Report
busygirl5 Try bending and straightening your legs and almost hyperexdending. thats what i do!
4/22/2011 6:32:43 PM | Report
 
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