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4 New Year’s Resolutions for Dancers You’ll Actually Stick To
Every January, we start with the best intentions. Train harder. Be more flexible. Get stronger. Be better. And by February? Most of those resolutions are already gone. The problem with most New Year’s resolutions isn’t motivation — it’s that they’re too big . They ask us to completely overhaul our routine, our mindset, and our schedule all at once. And that’s just not realistic, especially for dancers who already give so much of themselves. For dancers, New Year’s resolution

Ashley Veldhuyzen
3 days ago3 min read


The Christmas Break as a Dancer: Finding Space Without Falling Behind
The dance season doesn’t gently slow down. It builds momentum for months. And then suddenly, Christmas Break is around the corner. By that point, you’ve probably already carried a lot. Rehearsals layered on top of classes. Maybe you just finished a Nutcracker run or Christmas showcase. Maybe you had your first set of competitions & conventions for the season. And on top of that, school deadlines, exams, end-of-year events. Shorter days, fuller schedules. So, when the Chri

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Dec 22, 20255 min read


How to Use The Ultimate Dance Journal
The reason I started this journal was because I kept seeing my students struggle — forgetting corrections, losing track of their...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Oct 10, 20254 min read


Explosive Strength Training at Home: Simple Tips for Dancers
As dancers, we spend so much time working on technique, flexibility, and artistry — but real progress also comes from building strength....

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Sep 19, 20253 min read


Starting the Dance Year Strong: How to Set Yourself Up for Success
The school year is beginning, and with it comes the excitement of getting back into the studio. Maybe you’re starting with new classes,...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Small Habits, Big Results: How Tiny Changes Can Transform Your Dancing
When I was around 15 years old, a choreographer gave me a compliment & some advice— “You’ve got great talent but need more stamina if you...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Jun 7, 20253 min read


Why I Created a Dance Planner (And Why Every Dancer Needs One)
In school, we’re taught the value of taking notes. We write things down during lectures to help us remember what was said, especially...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
May 18, 20254 min read


Coming Soon: The Ultimate Dance Journal – Your New Studio Sidekick!
This journal was designed to help dancers stay focused, reflect on their growth, and stay inspired — in the studio and beyond.

Ashley Veldhuyzen
May 10, 20252 min read


My Top 4 Favorite Dance Tools
My Top 4 Favorite Dance Tools for At-Home Training I’ve spent years working with dancers and helping them train safely and...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Apr 23, 20252 min read


Welcome to AV Dance Designs – Empowering Dancers and Dance Educators
Dancers today are more overwhelmed than ever. Between school, social media, and the pressures of everyday life, staying organized,...

Ashley Veldhuyzen
Mar 26, 20252 min read
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