TDA is YPAD Certified!
Tonawanda Dance Arts has become certified by Youth Protection Advocates in Dance. The certification marks the studio’s commitment to...
The Benefits of Competition - Sportsmanship
Nearly everyone is familiar with the Golden Rule, the principle of treating others the same way you want to be treated. At Tonawanda...
The Benefits of Competition - Resilience
When it comes to resilience, the dictionary defines it in two ways: 1) the power or ability to return to the original form, position,...
The Benefits of Competition - Commitment
Making a commitment and sticking to it is a lesson that seems pretty easy to learn, but isn’t always so. It can be a...
The Benefits of Competition: Artistry
Of all the benefits your child gains as a competitive dancer, artistry is arguably the one that becomes most personal to them. With...
Why Do We Offer Competition Teams?
You’ve probably heard us talk about our competition team here at Tonawanda Dance Arts, but how do you know if joining the team is the...
Attending Competition Without Your Teacher Present
The spring season is the busiest time of the year for dance studios! Attending competitions is just one element that occupies teachers’...
Preparing Your First Solo
Dancing a solo is quite different than performing in a group on stage for several reasons. The confidence needed to perform by yourself...
