Sunday, July 13, 2014

CNADM 2013: Day 2

CNADM Day 2: What a great day! The convention remains fun! Fayeth had Jazz, Ballet and Hip Hop. She received many compliments on her technique and hard work. Hannah had Jazz, Ballet & Modern. She was complimented on her hard work and great questions. Gabe and Lindsay had Ballet, Jazz, Variations, Jazz and Tap. Gabe received many compliments today in all of classes. Lindsay also received many compliments, but her best 2 compliments were in Ballet class, the teacher told them to stand in the ending pose until they were dismissed after the combination. Everyone in her group (35 people) walked off after they did the combination. Lindsay did not. The instructor stopped the entire class and pointed out to everyone how following directions will get you noticed. (and not fired from a job) Her most favorite compliment was after variations. Lindsay went to ask the instructor a question and she complimented Lindsay on her question and proceeded to tell Lindsay that she would like to chat with her more. They went to the back of the room and chatted a few minutes. She was asked how old she was and where she danced. Who were her teachers, etc. She then proceeded to tell her to continue the path that she is on because she is on track to be a professional ballerina!!!! (She was on cloud 9!!!!) What a great day!


Fayeth and her Ballet Teacher

Lindsay's Trophey for scoring a platinum score


After winning the Ballet Division


The Kids and Gramma


Her Medal for winning first place


Waiting for Awards








CNADM 2013: Day 1

CNADM Day 1:
What a fun day! This is the first time that the kids have attended a convention. Fayeth had Tap, Ballet and Modern today. She was less than thrilled with only having less than 3 hours of dance. Hannah had Jazz, Hip Hop and Ballet. In Hip Hop she was pulled out (first girl) with 4 others to perform the choreography infront of the entire group. She was very pleased with herself.Lindsay and Gabe had Modern, Hip hop, Ballet Center, Jazz Funk, Tap and Modern Improv. Gabe was excited to be pulled onto the stage to demonstrate. They were both pulled aside by multiple teachers to be told how well they did. The kids have had a great day and was very sad that the day came to the end. Tomorrow brings more dance and the Student Competition! Break a Leg Lindsay!!!
Lik

Faubourg 2013: Day 16! Last Update from Faubourg for 2013...Too tired the other days!

Completely floored at what my 9-year old said today to her 8-year old sister. "Just because I can do the step does not mean that I have the technique to do it. My leg might not be completely turned out or my feet properly stretch. Ballet is more than JUST doing a step. It is about the technique behind it. That is why we have to trust our teachers to move us to the next level when we are ready." Oh.My.Gosh! You do not know how mature that statement was. Now if we could just teach the parents that life for these kids would be easier.

Faubourg 2013: Day 14: Day 3 of commuting each way!

Faubourg Day 14: I am emotionally and physically exhausted! I DO NOT Understand how they can still have energy after dancing 7.5 hours. I am seriously toast! Today was an eye opening day. I had a quick errand to do and then came back to the studio so I could do some work. I was sitting at a table by studio 2 and something caught my attention in my peripheral vision. I thought, wow! That kid is a beautiful dancer! And went back to work not really completely checking out who it was. So a few minutes later it happened again. This time curiosity got the best of me and if I was not surprised it was Hannah! I was floored. I watched her for 35 minutes before she looked out and saw me watching her! Later today when Faye Faye and I were leaving to check into the hotel, Hannah was in the dancer area stretching... All on her own accord. The growth I have seen in Hannah is amazing! I think that her maturity level has increased and that she is more comfortable in herself and her body. She and I had a long talk about having this focus and work ethic when she goes back to IBT. I explained to her the importance of working hard for all of we teachers and in all of the classes. One of Fayeth's teachers told me today that her strength is coming along. Gabe and Lindsay are showing growth. I will post tomorrow before I fall sleep typing this up.

LOL!  I do not think that Lindsay is impressed with Faye-Faye's technique...


Lindsay

Sewing more ballet shoes.....


Hannah being her silly self!


Gabe Partnering with Fayeth


They are beat!



Gabe will not be outdone by the girls!


Faubourg 2013: Day 13: Too Tired from commuting to update!