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The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast

This is the podcast for us dance teachers balancing our teaching job with other jobs, commitments, and just life in general! We don"t need to know how to run the whole studio, work with students 20+ hours a week, or win big at competitions; we just want practical advice and real conversations about how to be the best dance teachers we can be with the little time we have with our students. Join Maia on the casual dance teacher"s podcast and in the casual dance teacher"s network on Facebook.

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29:02

Designing a Genuinely Inclusive Dance Program with...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2025/01/03

Veronica Vasquez Garcia is the creator of Moves Made 4 Me, a developmental movement program that combines life skills with dance, as well as the founder of Elevate Collective Solutions, a consulting business that helps organizations implement inclusive practices, and JMM Dance Co, a nonprofit dedicated to raising mental health awareness through SEL programs. While we couldn't possibly cover the vast breadth of her work in this field, I was thrilled to spend some time picking Veronica's

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23:45

2024 Recap - My Top Takeaways and Tidbits!

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/12/27

Wow - what a year! Since launching in June, I've learned SO MUCH from my amazing line-up of distinguished guests, and from connecting with listeners and fellow "Casual Dance Teachers" through our Casual Dance Teacher's Network Facebook page and Casual Dance Teacher's Podcast Instagram account! To recap this phenomenal year, here's a casual and low-key recap of my personal favorite lessons learned so far this year!*As noted in the episode, you will notice a slightly distorted sound quality

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27:36

"Diversify" - Building a Dance Career that Fuels You...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/12/20

The word of the day is "Diversify!" Hear from Choreographer, Studio Owner, Competition Adjudicator, Teacher, Photographer, Performer...basically ALL THE THINGS...Ian Howe as he discusses how he leveraged the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic to build a dance career that fuels his passion and "scratches all the itches," and his advice on how you can follow suit! Theme Music by GBMystical! www.gbmystical.comRecorded Via SquadcastLearn more about Ian Howe and his many projects

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14:35

When am I Supposed to Lesson Plan?!

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/12/13

So by now we've established that we SHOULD have at least a general curriculum and lesson plans for each of the dance classes that we teach...but as busy dance teachers, when are we supposed to sit down and come up with these plans? There's no one-size-fits-all answer to this, but I have a few tips and tricks for how to make the most of your time to squeeze in adequate lesson planning time consistently each and every week, ensuring that you feel prepared for each class, and your students

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33:57

Don't Sell Yourself Short - Dance Business Coaching...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/12/06

There are a LOT of dance teachers and coaches out there, but most specialize in coaching technique, steps/skills, consistency...few specialize in coaching artistry specifically! Amie Bush does just that with her company, Artistry Dance Coaching, and today she's treating us to an inside scoop on what she looks for from an artistry perspective as both a competition judge and coach, and how she helps dancers develop these skills!Check out this episode with Isaac Iskra regarding his journey as

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22:50

Ho-Ho-Holiday Activities for Dance Class!

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/11/29

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Time for season's greetings, holiday cheer, and students (and teachers!) who are already mentally checked out and ready for a break from dance classes! 😆 I've got you covered! Here are plenty of simple and fun ways to incorporate the holiday theme into your dance classes while still keeping students working on key concepts and engaging with the material! No Pinterest dance teachers here - these are all simple and super easy to implement on the

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22:34

Coaching Artistry in Dance with Amie Bush

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/11/22

There are a LOT of dance teachers and coaches out there, but most specialize in coaching technique, steps/skills, consistency...few specialize in coaching artistry specifically! Amie Bush does just that with her company, Artistry Dance Coaching, and today she's treating us to an inside scoop on what she looks for from an artistry perspective as both a competition judge and coach, and how she helps dancers develop these skills!For more resources regarding artistry, check out this episode

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14:51

Trick Steps - Do We Even Need Them?!

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/11/15

Ugh, trick steps; I love to hate 'em! As casual dance teachers, should we be teaching our students trick steps? Do they have a place in EVERY style of dance? Can we create a curriculum that focuses on fundamentals and classical training while still incorporating "tricks?" Join me as I rant - I mean discuss - the wild world of teaching trick steps as a casual dance teacher. Join the Casual Dance Teacher's Network on Facebook!Theme Music by GB Mystical: gbmystical.comListen to the

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31:18

Competition Prep for Recreational Dancers with Olivia...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/11/08

Olivia Lou is a dance educator and competition adjudicator here to tell us how to prepare any and all students to attend a dance competition - regardless of their level of training or the number of hours a week they spend in the studio. We talk about the pros and cons of competitive dance, how to mentally and physically prepare students for the experience, and what makes a piece stand out in a competitive setting...plus a first for me - threatening to fight one of my podcast guests over an

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19:32

Applied Behavior Analysis Practices for Dance Teachers

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/11/01

Today's episode is a follow-up on episode number 22 with guest Isaac Iskra. After reflecting upon that conversation, I decided (on a last-minute whim that forced me to record and edit this episode in record time!) that I had some follow-up thoughts on my own experience that I wanted to share. The tips that I share in this episode are informed by the practice of Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, therapy, which I mention in the episode is a controversial practice, and has been rejected by

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24:34

An Autistic Perspective on Choreography and Dance...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/10/24

In today's episode, Isaac Iskra, founder of Nefelaba Dance Theater, shares his experience in developing his craft as a dancer and choreographer with Autism. In addition to walking us through his own journey both in pursuing a dance career and gaining a formal autism diagnosis in his twenties, Isaac shares his thoughts and advice on providing accommodations for neurodivergent dance students and audience members, pursuing a career as an artist, and supporting autistic creators. Theme Music

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38:26

Body and Mind Self-Care for Dance Teachers with...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/10/18

Today Rachel Jenks, aka "The Booty-Kicking Ballerina," shares her story of completely running her body into the ground in pursuit of her dream career as a professional ballet dancer, followed by her long journey of recovery, starting with mental healing, which eventually led her to physical healing as well. Rachel also shares plenty of practical tips for how we as dance teachers can "partner with our bodies" both mentally and physically to be the best dance teachers we can be without

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27:51

Consent-Informed Dance Education with Nicole Perry

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/10/11

Nicole Perry is an intimacy director, intimacy coordinator, and dance choreographer who's worked in film, theater, and dance to empower and educate performers on understanding and working with their personal boundaries. Join me as I get the very basics on what consent in the dance classroom is all about, and then delve into what a consent-informed approach to dance education looks like from a practical standpoint, and why we NEED to talk about it!Discount Code for Nicole's Teaching

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16:09

Fall Fun! Halloween and Fall-Themed Ideas for Dance...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/10/04

Say it with me...WE LOVE A THEME! Here are a few of my favorite Halloween and fall-themed activities to implement all month long for fun and engaging classes (without slacking on instructional value)! Head over to the Casual Dance Teacher's Network on Facebook to connect and share your input!Theme Music by GB Mystical: gbmystical.com

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28:01

Teaching Culturally Sensitive Hip-Hop with Neo Lynch

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/09/27

If you teach Hip-Hop, or are planning to teach Hip-Hop at any point in the future, you NEED to listen to this amazing crash-course from today's special guest, Neo Lynch! Neo breaks down her own background in Hip-Hop and understanding the differences in styles across geographic regions, and how she incorporates the rich history and culture of hip-hop into her teaching while still keeping classes engaging and fun! Theme Music by GBMystical! www.gbmystical.comRecorded Via Squadcast

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28:37

Dance Education as Ministry with Maria Daniel

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/09/20

Multi-Award-Winning choreographer, educator, author, lawyer and mentor Maria Daniel joins us today to talk about her program iDance Ministry, "Project BrOKen," and how she leveraged her gift for dance into acclaimed programs that teach, heal, and inspire individuals who may be struggling with physical, mental, or cultural barriers, or just need a safe space to express themselves through dance! Theme Music by GBMystical! www.gbmystical.comRecorded Via Squadcast

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23:44

“Dancetok” and Navigating Teaching in the Social...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/09/13

After 16 episodes, most of you know that I have a tendency to hate on TikTok, Dance Influencers, and Social Media in general, so buckle up for this one! On today's episode, I had the immense privilege of interviewing Alicia Mae Holloway, former Dance Theatre of Harlem and Suzanne Farrell Ballet dancer, who also happens to be a model, influencer, and former realty tv show contestant with over 500,000 TikTok followers and a social media reach in the tens of millions! Alicia dished on the

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16:31

Back to Class - Activities and Tips to Learn...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/09/06

Hello and welcome from one of the WORST name-learners out there! I have struggled with remembering students names since I first started teaching, but over the last decade, I've slowly developed a few techniques and activities that help even me learn students' names quickly and remember them after the first week or two of classes. Here are my thoughts...head over to the Casual Dance Teacher's Network on Facebook to connect and share your input!Theme Music by GB Mystical: gbmystical.com

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26:25

Choreography Month Week 5: Elements of Artistry with...

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/08/30

It's Choreography Month! All month long, I'll be sharing ideas and information on the process of choreography - from coming up with an original concept to teaching your students the steps! Today I had the joy of chatting with Chelsea Weidmann - i.e. GeekyBallerina - about her system for identifying and teaching elements of artistry in dance class. How does this tie in with neck massage, cultural education, neurodiversity, and tricking people into teaching you how to teach...?! You'll

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17:45

Choreography Month Week 4: Teaching the Choreography

The Casual Dance Teacher"s Podcast ·

2024/08/23

It's Choreography Month! All month long, I'll be sharing ideas and information on the process of choreography - from coming up with an original concept to teaching your students the steps! In this week's episode we finally get into actually teaching the choreography to your students. Hear Maia's specific model for notating and teaching choreography in a classroom setting - it's not as simple as just starting from the beginning and teaching a dance step by step! Join me in the Casual

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