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  • What We Love To See From Our Students

    What We Love To See From Our Students

    What we love to see in our dance students at Borders School of Dance – curiosity, effort, energy and confidence. Read More


  • Why We Don’t Push for Perfection

    Why We Don’t Push for Perfection

    New year, fresh goals, and for many dancers, that means hoping for progress, improvement, maybe even a breakthrough. But here at Borders School of Dance, we start every year by reminding our dancers and families of something really important: Perfection is not the goal, growth is. In a world that constantly shows us the highlight Read More


  • What Makes a Good Dance Teacher?

    What Makes a Good Dance Teacher?

    When parents choose a dance class for their child, it’s often the teacher that makes all the difference. The right teacher can spark a love of dance that lasts for life. They can help build confidence, support self-expression and create a space where every child feels seen, supported and celebrated – even on the wobbly Read More