For those who are newer here - AcroLIVE is our annual, in-person teachers conference for Acro Dance educators who want more clarity, confidence, and structure in how they teach. Acro is complex, and many teachers are figuring things out in pieces. Before I share details, I’m curious: 👉 What part of teaching Acro feels the most mentally demanding for you right now? (Spotting, progressions, mixed levels, class structure, something else?) I’ll share AcroLIVE details in the comments for anyone who wants them.

This week, I was reminded how long teaching really lasts. My mom ran into my old gymnastics coach back home in Vernon the other day. The one who shaped me.The one who still lives in my mind and my choices, even now. She asked about me. To her, I’ll always be one of her students. And honestly — to me, she’ll always be my teacher. It made me think about how these relationships work. We don’t stop being students just because time passes. And our students don’t stop being ours either. Now that I’m on the other side of it, I feel it clearly. When I see former students — grown, changed, amazing humans, living full lives, I still see them. The focus. The spark. The potential they didn’t even know they had yet. That connection? That’s part of the work. And when we teach with care and consistency, it lasts far longer than any single season or class. So now I want to know: "What’s something that worked for you this week — a moment, a habit, or a connection — that reminded you why this work matters?" Share one thing you noticed or appreciated about your teaching this week. :) __________________________________________________________________________________ 📅 Coming Up: "The Foundation Fix: Correcting Technique & Avoiding Plateaus" - Our next online workshop runs next Friday from 10-11:30am MDT. If you’re looking to refine fundamentals and help students move forward with more clarity, you’re welcome to join us. Get all the information here: 👉 https://acrodanceteachersassociation.thrivecart.com/thefoundationfixforacro/

Remember Monday? You picked a focus. You made a plan. You had a vibe. So… how’s that going? Back in the studio — feeling sharp? Or still staring at your calendar wondering what day it is? :) Is your focus still holding strong, or did the week hijack it? This isn’t a performance. No need to sound wise or impressive. Just check in with what’s actually happening... and working. "Drop one honest thing you’ve noticed - in your teaching, your students, or your own brain this week." We’re listening. And don't forget to support another member who's sharing - it's always nice to know that others are listening too:) ___________________________________________________________________________ 📣 What’s coming up: The Aerials Done Right student course kicks off this Friday inside the Acro Dancer Skool group. Send your students in — or watch it unfold from the sidelines. Better Aerials incoming!

New goals don’t deliver new results. New lifestyles do. And a lifestyle isn’t an outcome. It's a process — built one habit at a time. With a new year beginning and resolutions everywhere, I want to gently reframe something. Goals matter, yes. But goals don’t create change on their own. Without habits to support them, they’re just wishes. The real work — and the real progress — lives in what we repeat consistently. So here’s the reflection for today: "What new habit do you want to put in place to support something that matters to you in 2026?" That habit might look like: - Committing to a realistic, repeatable workout schedule - Creating a simple weekly or monthly budgeting habit - Setting aside one specific time each month to work on acro lesson planning - Scheduling planning or recovery time into your calendar ahead of time, instead of leaving it to “when you have energy” Tell us the habit you’re choosing to build this year. Not the result you want, but the process you’re willing to practice. 💜

Welcome to Acro Dance School — the home for Acro Dance educators worldwide. This is a community-first space created for teachers who care deeply about their craft, about teaching with integrity, and about growing together. Acro Dance School exists to support Acro Dance teachers — many of whom have worked without a shared professional community — in becoming confident, connected educators who teach with clarity, structure, and intention. This is not just a place to access programs. It's a place to belong — and to grow. 🌍 What you’ll find here: • A global community of Acro Dance teachers • Conversations around teaching, safety, structure, and student progress • A space to ask real questions and share real experiences • Resources, programs, and courses all in one place 🤍 How this community supports your growth: This community thrives on participation. Here, you don’t have to figure things out on your own. Ask questions. Share what’s working in your classes. Celebrate wins. Work through challenges together. Learn from educators who value foundations, safety, and long-term progress. You don’t need to have everything figured out to belong here - that’s what this space is for. 👋 Start here Introduce yourself in the comments below in this thread: • Where are you teaching from? • How long have you been teaching Acro Dance? We’re so glad you’re here. Melissa Klassen - President The ADTA