The Locker Room

Amira Mourad

Want to know what happens in the locker room and beyond in the Pro Sports Dance Space? Amira Mourad the founder of The Cultivate Code and former NBA dancer and coach is giving you the inside scoop on what it takes to actually make it onto a pro dance team. And spoiler alert - it’s so much more than dance.

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    College Dance Team Coaches Q+A: Audition Expectations and Team Schedules

    In this coaches’ Q&A panel, head coaches Brianna (University of Houston), Maddie (Cal Berkeley), and Jonni Rogers (University of Miami Sunsations) introduce their programs, discuss technique and style expectations, and explain how pro dance experience influences game-day performance. They outline audition formats and timelines, virtual and in-person rounds, choreography learning, interviews, and solos, and emphasize qualities like coachability, resilience, movement quality, and team fit. The coaches share advice for dancers transitioning from high school to college teams, managing comparisons and confidence, and preparing for the pace of learning weekly material. They also break down demanding seasonal schedules across football, basketball, volleyball, community events, and UDA competition (Miami), including summer training, bootcamps, workouts, and performance expectations such as facials and hair-ography.

    54 min

  2. 12 FEB

    Commanders Auditions: Hip Hop in the NFL, inside Auditions with Head Coach Christie Horan

    On today's episode, Amira interviews Christie Horan, Head Coach of the Washington Commanders Command Force. Christie breaks down their unique hip hop-focused style, the Beat Your Feet dance tradition, their two-round virtual audition process, and what makes the Command Force one of the most diverse teams in the NFL. Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Apply to Sideline Ready: http://cultivatecode.co/apply Instagram: @thecultivatecode Commanders Application: https://www.instagram.com/commandforce

    29 min

  3. 5 FEB

    Inside Bengals Cheerleader Auditions: What Director Charlotte Really Looks For

    On today's episode, Amira interviews Charlotte Simons, Director of the Cincinnati Ben-Gals, who is going into her 32nd season. Charlotte breaks down what she really looks for beyond dance talent, the biggest mistakes dancers make at auditions, and the new changes to the Ben-Gals audition process this season. Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Apply to Sideline Ready: http://cultivatecode.co/apply Instagram: @thecultivatecode Connect with the Ben-Gals:  Ben-Gals Audition Information: https://www.bengals.com/cheerleaders/auditions Application Deadline: April 15th Prep Classes: March 18, 25, April 1, 3, 8 ($25 each) Master Workshop: April 12, 2025 ($50)

    57 min

  4. 22 ENE

    Ask Me Anything: Interview Tips, Building Confidence, and How to Stand Out at Auditions

    I asked you on Instagram what questions you have, and I'm running through everything you wanted to know.  Whether you're preparing for your first audition or you've made it to finals multiple times, this episode covers the real questions dancers are asking about what it takes to make a professional dance team. Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Apply to Sideline Ready: TCC Program Applicaiton Instagram: @thecultivatecode Episode 43: Your 3 month NFL Cheerleader training schedule  Youtube Apple  Spotify

    22 min

  5. 18 ENE

    Your NFL Cheerleader Audition Training Schedule

    NFL cheerleader auditions are starting next month in February. Some teams like the Colts have their virtual submission on February 10th, which means you have less than a month to get in gear. Most teams will announce auditions in the next few weeks with dates between March and May, which gives you about three to four months to prepare. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what I would do if I were auditioning for an NFL dance team this season.     Links mentioned in this episode: NFL Audition Dates Blog Post Apply to Sideline Ready: http://cultivatecode.co/apply or DM "APPLY" on Instagram @thecultivatecode Mock Auditions Waitlist Free Masterclass, Three Secrets to Audition Success: http://cultivatecode.co/3-secrets or DM "MASTERCLASS" on Instagram @thecultivatecode

    16 min

  6. 12 ENE

    5 Qualities Judges Look for Outside of Dance Ability

    You can be the best technical dancer in the room and still not make the team. Why? Because judges aren't just evaluating your dance ability. They're looking for qualities that show them you can handle being on a professional team. In this episode, we're breaking down the five non-dance qualities judges and coaches are looking for at every round of auditions: being coachable, professional awareness, emotional regulation, consistency and reliability, and being proactive and resourceful. If you've been focusing only on perfecting your technique and wondering why you're still not making it past finals, this episode will show you exactly what else judges are evaluating when they're deciding who gets on the team. Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Instagram: @thecultivatecode

    14 min

  7. 3 ENE

    You Can Execute the Routine, But Can You Last Through Auditions?

    You can nail the routine in practice. But can you perform it full out after an hour of auditions when the judges are actually watching you? In this episode, we're breaking down why sidelines kill everyone in our program, what sidelines actually are and why they're so demanding, and how to build the stamina and strength you need to execute at 150% when it matters most. If you've ever felt like you run out of gas during auditions or can't maintain your performance quality throughout the day, this tactical episode will show you exactly how to train your body for the endurance professional dance teams actually require.   Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Apply for our 6 month training program  Instagram: @thecultivatecode

    12 min

  8. 26/12/2025

    The Missing Link: Why Judges Want to Be Entertained

    Listen to me when I tell you this, and I say it in love: your dancing is boring. Actually, you're not boring. Your dancing isn't boring. Your performance is what's not captivating. In this episode, we're breaking down the difference between being a good dancer and being an entertainer, why presence is the difference maker between "she's good" and "I need her on my team," and the three elements of performance that judges are actually looking for at auditions. If you've made it to semifinals or finals but can't seem to cross the finish line, your entertainment factor might be the missing link holding you back from making the team. Connect with Amira: Sign Up For The Masterclass: 3 Secrets To Audition Success Instagram: @thecultivatecode

    14 min
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Want to know what happens in the locker room and beyond in the Pro Sports Dance Space? Amira Mourad the founder of The Cultivate Code and former NBA dancer and coach is giving you the inside scoop on what it takes to actually make it onto a pro dance team. And spoiler alert - it’s so much more than dance.

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  • Creador
    Amira Mourad
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodios
    47
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Mostrar sitio web
    The Locker Room

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