The Power of Being on Time

Is your clock set 10 min early? Just me? ok :)

We all know life be life-ing — and no one understands that better than me. But today I want to gently talk about something that plays a huge role in your dancer’s experience and confidence: being on time.

As we get closer to the Spring Concert, I’ve noticed that some students are consistently walking into class after it has already started — and I say this with love: it’s not their fault. They can’t drive themselves. That’s where we, as the adults supporting them, come in.

When students arrive late, they often miss the most important part of class — the warm-up. This isn’t just stretching and cardio. It’s where they:

• Prepare their bodies for movement

• Learn foundational vocabulary

• Mentally shift from the day into class mode

Some of our students have never experienced the full beginning of class — and it shows. They enter feeling disoriented, rushed, and already behind.

You’ve probably heard me say in class:

"[Student name], you’re looking lost at the mall!"

And parents — you know that feeling! You’ve parked on the wrong level, can’t find your car, and suddenly everything is overwhelming. That’s what some of our girls are walking into every week — and it chips away at their confidence.

Let’s shift that narrative.

🧘🏾‍♀️ Calm + Prepared > Frazzled + Flustered

The way we show up for one thing is how we show up for everything. We want to teach our dancers not just how to dance — but how to enter a space prepared, calm, and grounded.

Here’s how we can support them:

• Help pack their dance bags the night before

• Set alarms with enough time to arrive a few minutes early

• Frame timeliness as a form of respect for themselves, their teachers, and their team

I’ll be honest — being on time isn’t always easy for me either. But I make myself leave the house early enough to arrive, breathe, and be present — because the girls deserve that from me. And they deserve that for themselves.

Let’s finish this season strong — and set the tone for a lifetime of excellence.

With love and gratitude,

Ms. Erin