Dance mom survival guide

About this book

"Two dance moms. One crazy dance world. A humorous and helpful guidebook for parents of dancers, written by two dance moms who have not only been there, but are there! Lott and Martin talked to dance moms across the country, dance professors, a psychologist, and instructors, to bring the stage lights directly on the difficulties and joys of raising a dancer and helping them be successful. Is it anything like reality TV? -the role of a dance mom -the healthy dancer -the leap from dancer to team or company dancer -time and financial investment -improving communication -dance manners -camps, conventions and competitions -dance statistics -dealing with mistakes -how to make dance fun for moms. Dance moms with dancers of all ages and stages will find useful information to help on the journey from dance class to stage star."--Publisher's description.