CONSENT MADE SIMPLE
TEACHING MADE BETTER
Consent Essentials
29 March (9am AEST) | zoom
Professional development for Dance teachers
As dance teachers, it’s essential to align with today’s evolving standards of consent in the performing arts. The old ways of touching without asking? They’re a thing of the past. Instead, let’s equip our students with the confidence and tools to voice their boundaries, ensuring every interaction supports trust and respect. Give yourself peace of mind knowing you have processes in place for risk aware teaching.
This should be shared far wider to all performing arts teachers and studios.
Tamara | Performing ARts teacher
Can I get a oh yes!
No-one understands dance, unless you're a dancer! Dance is so more than just movement—it can be pure joy.
But let’s not ignore the pressure—the endless drive for perfection in every step, the comparison to other dancers, or maybe the fear of not being the best. It's so easy to get caught in that thinking— it feels like constant pressure, both on stage and off! ​
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As a professional dancer turned teacher (and the fact that I'm human!), I know these struggles all too well. I’ve been there— expecting nothing less than flawless, wanting someone or something to validate 'I'm enough'. Sound familiar?
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But here's the thing. Happiness doesn’t live in the trophies, the tricks, or the applause. I've learnt hitting 'that' goal feels awesome at that moment, but doesn't magically erase self-doubt, the comparison game we play, or lack of confidence.
So what does? When we balance the physical with the mental, the skill with the mindset, and the effort with self-compassion. That’s when start to treat ourselves like we would a friend. And that's what we deserve. Support, belief, care - that comes from our inner selves.
The #ClassForTheHeart method trains 'ALL' of the dancer, mind and body simultaneously to work smarter, not harder; working WITH the body, not against it to enure longevity, And let's not forget educating everyone about how to honour their own boundaries.
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Class for the Heart is here to create mindful, body knowledgeable, body aware dance artists.
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Cindy xx
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Cindy holds a wealth of knowledge essential to young dance artists.
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Safe dance practice ensures longevity and sustainability in these dancer's careers, which is enforced in Cindy's teaching practice.
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How I CAN help
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Online dancer
training
Individually designed programs for your goals. Work one on one at times convenient for you. This is the additional dance support all dancers benefit from.
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Teacher
training
If wellbeing/mindset, anatomy and consent processes for class are things you're not confident with ... I've got you covered with teacher professional development.
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Group
intensives
Group classes, both in-person and on Zoom. Designed for teachers who want to give their dancers a competitive advantage.
IT'S TIME ALL DANCERS FELT FRONT AND CENTRE
Class for the heart offers ....
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Online dancer training
Where at home training is your new favourite
I'm not here to replace your current dance teacher, but I am here to teach you the little extras I guarantee will make all the difference. Convenient at home training options over zoom.
What dancers have to say ...
Thank you so much, Cindy, you've really changed my perspective on balance.
I can't imagine how many ways this will benefit me.
Such a good experience and perspective changer. Loved the experience.
This experience was absolutely amazing! I felt like a brand new person.
Made me feel so relaxed and fresh. It was amazing.
The mind body connection ...
This is what I wish more teachers and dancers also knew – performance pressure (anxiety/nerves) impacts a dancer's physical performance. Fun fact – it not only messes with the head but balance too... it also increases risk of injury!
Sooo, if dance training included teaching the skills to regulate the nervous system, and build a performance mindset, imagine the improvements – not just in how dancers feel, but also in how they dance.
Class for the Heart focuses on exactly that. Tackling the perfectionist mindset so evident in dance, uncovering thinking styles, practising creating calm, all while developing strength, mobility, flexibility, and importantly knowledge of your body ...to ultimately improve artistry.
Training focuses on
Regulating the nervous system
Nerves side stage? Audition jitters? Mastering the nervous system is the dance game-changer!
Unlocking confidence
Comparison holds us back from reaching our full performance potential. True confidence comes from within, not from trophies or others' validation.
Improving flexibility
with form
Calm vibes & proper alignment go hand in hand with injury prevention & peak performance. Stretching often feels more like torture - time to work WITH the body to reach flexi goals faster!
Power - strength & stability
Power up from within – mentally & physically. It's all about finding stability, mastering balance – both metaphorically and literally.
Creating an artist
Remember: no one else is you, that's your ultimate superpower. Let's start owning that and knowing your worth.
HERE'S AN EXAMOLE OF THE #classfortheheart mindset & approach
Treat any conditioning exercises as your training ground for how you dance.
Ever noticed how dancers tend to forget their upper body during stretches? It's really obvious in hamstring stretches. For some reason, we think touching our head to our knee does the trick. Nope, that's just your lower back getting a stretch!
Instead, try lifting, extending & opening your chest WHILE you stretch. Think of it as preparing for those gorgeous high kicks!
That advice isn't just about technique – it's about boosting your mood too! Your posture impacts how you feel. We can work on both mind & body simultaneously. That way, you're not just getting better; you're FEELING better too!
We can’t thank Cindy enough and can’t wait to welcome her back!
We absolutely loved welcoming Cindy at GC Dance! Cindy brought her beautiful ‘Class For The Heart’ program to our Ballet Excellence students, working with varying age groups and tailoring the content appropriately. Students left feeling mindful and centred, with new stretching and mindset techniques that will serve them a lifetime.
CLASS FOR THE HEART
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