Cheryl Ale The Spark

In my book, “The Spark,” I talk about how Breathatarians should not be confused with Breatharians. While breatharians believe that a person can live without consuming food, breathatarians, on the other hand, simply breathe. Now, you might be wondering, “Just breathe? In that case, I’m a breathatarian too!” You’re right, but the word I explicitly apply to is in dance because it…

The Principles of Movement (RPM) is a revolutionary methodology created by Jo Anna Kneeland. It was refined by Ruth Petrinovic to revolutionize and replace the traditional techniques in teaching classical ballet. Teachers certified to teach this methodology will find that it has fourteen principles influenced by research in anatomy, kinesiology, and physics. Unlike other methodologies,…

In my book, “The Spark,” I mentioned Isaac Newton’s Third Law of Motion, which states: “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” In dance, we utilize force, which includes a push or pull motion. In this case, the object of such force is our immediate surroundings. When we direct energy externally, it…

Starting a dance class for any beginner means learning the fundamentals. However, such fundamentals may differ in semantics depending on the dance school and its instructors. In the Revolutionary Principles of Movement, we based our teachings on principles outlined by Ruth Petrinovic. These principles focus on the “how” and not the “what,” thus teaching students…

In the United States, aspiring dance teachers who wish to own a private studio do not need certification. While this may be convenient and cost-efficient, it can backfire on your future endeavors as a teacher and a business owner. According to a study in 2017, many dance classes are led by unqualified instructors, which can pose…

Revolutionary Principles of Movement or RPM is often mentioned in my book, “The Spark.” It was developed by Jo Anna Kneeland and has been perfected or refined by Ruth Petrinovic. Here are some fun facts about this ongoing movement: A Brief History: Ballet is a performative dance that has existed since the 15th century. However,…

Many artists rely on their emotions when it comes to expression. This fact is especially true for writers, artists, and, yes, even dancers. Ballet is an art form that requires emotional resilience. While many people have noticed the physical strength and grace it takes to perfect certain moves, one must also learn to develop emotional…

When it comes to dance, our bodies are the ultimate instrument. As we tune our bodies to the music, we strive for something bigger and better than ourselves. In a way, there is nothing quite freeing than letting your movements do the talking. When words fail, music fills that void with ease and style. However,…

Ballet is an incredible and deeply moving art form that has been around for centuries. For girls who didn’t have the opportunity to join dance classes, they may find themselves wondering if it’s too late, and they ask this question: “Am I too old to dance ballet?” The simple answer is no. You are never…

Many people often consider dancing as a form of workout. Regarding using your body to perform certain moves and feats, it’s no surprise why many people often seek dance as a way to shed some extra pounds. However, dance is more than just a workout. It is also an art form with its legitimate history…