What hesitations did you initially have about signing your child up for the dance twirl team class?
"I had none! She was so excited and I know how much fun I had growing up."
- Amanda Jones
"Emma isn't a dancer by nature and prefers to work alone. Thought it might be hard for her to keep up with a group performance."
- Nicole Stutte
None! We greatly appreciated that this intro class was free!
- Laura Williams
What changes have you noticed in your child since she participated in dance twirl team?
"She looks forward to baton. Being around the other girls pushes her to practice, too."
- Amanda Jones
"She is more willing to get out there and wiggle, more willing to take a risk, wants to do it again next year and wants to join show twirl."
- Nicole Stutte
"More confidence, ability to work well as a team mate, made more friends, inspired by advanced twirlers enough to try harder."
- Laura Williams
What specific aspect did you like best about our advanced class? Dance twirl team?
"I love how they are all in the same class to support and push one another. "
- Amanda Jones
"Focus on the level she's working at with a tight knit group, they support each others struggles and achievements. Team is so fun to watch and it really showcases how well they work together"
- Nicole Stutte
"Impeccable Organization!!! I loved the twirling notebook clearly illustrating the goals and achievements of each move, the clearly stated expectations and rewards (i.e. things to bring every time), and the most awesome, positive, upbeat Miss Mindy, so patient, kind, and inspiring! We also enjoyed the extras (i.e. movie night, creek fest performance, etc.)"
- Laura Williams
What did your child like best about the advanced twirling class? Dance twirl team?
"Learning new tricks and having fun with friends."
- Amanda Jones
"having other kids, possibility of same age kids, taking a risk in dancing"
- Nicole Stutte
"Everything! Seriously, everything! She wants to continue, which says a lot!"
- Laura Williams
What can we do to improve our advanced twirling class? Dance twirl team?
"Mindy, you are wonderful! I honestly have no negative feedback! So glad we found you."
- Amanda Jones
"Stay with the same routine next year since they had so many set backs rather than learning a new routine next year. I like the small size and challenge of the advanced class"
- Nicole Stutte
"Stay with the same routine next year since they had so many set backs rather than learning a new routine next year. I like the small size and challenge of the advanced class"
- Nicole Stutte
Would you recommend the advanced twirling class? Dance twirl team? Why or why not?
"Of course! It is so great to learn to work together as a team. I think learning to support and encourage peers is so important and that is what these group classes have taught the girls."
- Amanda Jones
"Yes! Helps the girls stretch, develop a sense of team and a stronger bond between them so they then push each other harder"
- Nicole Stutte
"Yes, for sure! While it may not be for everyone, your class is excellent, organized, fun, upbeat, positive, and helps build confidence in every kid!"
- Laura Williams
Is there anything else you'd like to add?
"You are amazing! You are a wonderful person and a great coach! Thank you for investing so much time and energy in our girls. You're the best!"
- Amanda Jones
"Thank you Mindy for your supportive, gentle style that supports Emma at every turn!"
- Nicole Stutte
How has twirling for 2 (or more) years benefitted your child?
"She is much more independent, positive, and supportive of others. I see her determination and confidence building each and every day."
- Amanda Jones
"She is confident, identifies as being "good" at something, she sees a future that involves twirling in hs and college, helps her see the future"
- Nicole Stutte