Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Elements of teaching

There are some people who are just damn good at what they do.  And they know it!!!  To be honest; there aren't enough of those in the world.

I was watching my daughters dance class last night and I just know this teacher is amazing.  He has changed the vibe of the studio.  He is a fantastic instructor who has attention to detail and his eye on every student individually. 

As I was standing outside, I noticed the class is getting bigger and bigger.  I met a mom out front who said she brought her daughter to this studio just for his class.  She said her daughter dances like no other for him.

He has an air about him that is knowledgeable yet nice.  Many people don't know how to balance their knowledge.   The put their ego in front of it and live there.

He is just a great and kind knowledgeable instructor who just wants it done correctly and delivered with intention.  It's not just about technique...it's about mixing it with passion.

There are teachers that teach facts.  Like everything is a science, even if it isn't.  And there are teachers who teach intention.  They try to instill their passion.

Dance is a mix of everything.  If you teach only one of the elements and forget the rest, you get a dancing robot.  It's imperative to learn all aspects to be a good dancer.  But it should start with passion.

Just like anything, you can learn well, or not.  It starts with a teacher and a student.    If you have the perfect blend of both, the sky is the limit from there.

As I watched this teacher last night I heard him point out certain students who needed a bit more instruction.  He guided them with his knowledge, intuition, passion, and instruction.  I'm in awe watching him.  There are good teachers and there are great teachers.  This one is great!

I would tell you his name, but then the class would just get bigger......

Happy Tuesday

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