Dance Teachers on Oahu

By Jacqueline Kwong, Liliha

Most all of us agree that we have been very fortunate to get such good amateur teachers of dance on this Island. Some have been teaching for over 30 years. Many have not attended special schools for professionals, but people with life experience make the best teachers. They  have the wisdom, the compassion, and the experience to understand many different types of students.

"There are two major products to come out of Berkeley: LSD and UNIX.

We don’t believe this to be a coincidence."

 

Teaching ballroom isn't just about knowing dance patterns- there is so much more that makes a good Dance Instructor. Our teachers develop the confidence and professionalism quickly, and easily go from being a good teacher to a GREAT one, and gain the skills needed to skyrocket their reputations.

They learn how to develop the qualities and habits of top performing instructors, how to relate to their students on and off the dance floor, and how to streamline their social operations. The big social clubs have had services to support dancers, teachers at every stage of their development. Many have tried to get their programs raising the standards of professional excellence throughout all facets of the dancing environment.

"That's All Right"   ...   Elvis Presley

Simply put…to learn, accept and recognize that “promotion is great” Because it is simply about striving to give others what they want and need. How nice is that?! And that there need not be any pressure, or trying to convince anyone of anything, or fear of losing the influence – for you or your dance club.

Therefore a simple, honest, blogging conversation can result in a win-win situation where everyone is happy, no one feels taken advantage of, and everyone gets what they want.  *  *  *  *

Pub's Side Note: One of these blogs will by January, have a Teacher of the month in the side bar of the blog. The problem is who first, and who chooses the next ones. I would like to start with the recently retired ones. These should be nice long standing couples, teachers of dance that should be recognized by our entire dance community. Let's keep the politics to a minimum.