A Dancer's Mindset

Ballet with Isabella

This podcast, hosted by ballet dancer, Vaganova graduate and international coach Isabella McGuire Mayes @balletwithIsabella For all the dancers out there with a desire for more and to reach their highest potential. Isabella will build your confidence, self esteem and self belief so you can make it to the top. There are many stories from Isabella's training days, tips to improve your mindset, special guests and more!! Giving you a winning dancer's mindset! Explore BWI - Your secret weapon to excellence. www.balletwithisabella.com Email hello@balletwithisabella.com

  1. 1月26日

    Ep. 157 Inès McIntosh: Paris Opera Star Shares How You Can Shape Your Destiny!

    Hello Everyone, Welcome back! In this episode of A Dancer’s Mindset, we sit down with Inès McIntosh, Leading soloist of the Paris Opera and soon to be an Etoilé I am sure, for a refreshingly honest conversation about what it really takes to climb the ranks in ballet.Ines opens up about the sacrifices no one prepares you for — the tough choices, the pressure, the moments of doubt — and how she’s navigated them with clarity, grit, and an unwavering belief in her direction. We talk about ambition, trusting yourself when the path isn’t obvious, and why determination isn’t just about working harder, but working with intention, taking things into your own hands if you have to. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “doing enough,” wondered if the risk is worth it, or needed a reminder that your future isn’t fixed — this episode will leave you feeling motivated, and back in control of your own journey.This is a conversation about ownership, resilience, and shaping your destiny — on your terms.I hope you enjoy as much as i enjoyed speaking with her. Follow for more. ------ ✨ Join Ballet With Isabella — your secret weapon for smarter ballet trainingIf you’re tired of chasing numbers and random youtube videos and ready to build real technique,Ballet With Isabella Platform is where you need to behttps://balletwithisabella.comInside the platform you’ll find:Structured ballet classes and training plansCourses for technique, mindset, and long-term progressA space focused on quality, consistency— not comparison🎥 Start training with purpose: balletwithisabella.com

    1 小時 44 分鐘
  2. 28/09/2025

    Ep. 154 Precious Adams: " It's impossible to be in shape, all year round!"

    Hey Everyone, We are back with another great interviewIn this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Precious Adams, First Soloist with English National Ballet, to talk about the powerful mindset shifts that have shaped her journey on her way to the top of her profession. Precious opens up about:💡 Her rise through the ranks at ENB and the lessons learned along the way🧠 How her mindset evolved to embrace confidence, resilience, and self-belief🥗 Why dieting doesn’t serve dancers as athletes — and how she built a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food and body image⚖️ The importance of balance on the path to success — both physically and mentally, how it's impossible to be in shape all year round. 🌟 Why there’s room for all of us to succeed in the ballet worldIf you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, body image, or the pressure to maintain “peak shape” all year round, this conversation will bring clarity, hope, and practical advice to help you thrive both on and off the stage.🎧 Listen now to discover how Precious redefined success on her own terms — and how you can, too.-------✨ Welcome to Ballet With Isabella! ✨https://balletwithisabella.comBallet With Isabella (BWI) is your go-to online training platform for dancers of all levels! Whether you’re a beginner, pre-professional, or pro, we help you refine your technique, build strength, and boost confidence all with structured training that delivers real results. We are a community of go getters! 💖 What You’ll Find Here:✅ Expert-led ballet classes & courses✅ On-demand classes and courses to watch wherever you are. ✅ Structured Plans ✅ Flexibility & strength workouts for dancers✅ Mindset coaching✅ Live Zoom classes for Members ( recorded to watch later) ✅ Private coaching & personalized plans to smash your goals ✅ Intensives worldwide to work with isabella face to face.💡 Join Our Membership!🔹 Corps – Recorded classes + Live Members Classes🔹 Soloist – Live Classes + all on-demand classes & courses & plans🔹 Principal – Everything + a custom plan every 8 weeks🎙️ Listen to Our Podcast! A Dancer’s Mindset (Co-hosted by Suvi Honkanen) – interviews, training tips, and mental strategies to help you succeed in ballet.👩‍🏫 About IsabellaIsabella is a graduate of vaganova, pro ballet dancer and professional ballet coach. Founder of BWI, she beleives everyone should have the best. Helping dancers worldwide reach their full potential through expert training & mindset coaching.🔗 Start Training Today! → https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/✨ Subscribe & turn on notifications for new ballet content every week! 💃🩰--------

    1 小時 23 分鐘
  3. 12/09/2025

    Ep.153 Working hard but being overlooked?

    Hey Everyone, In this episode of A Dancer’s Mindset, we dive into a topic that so many dancers face but rarely talk about—what to do when you don’t get instant recognition. In a world that often praises quick results, it’s easy to feel disheartened if your hard work doesn’t pay off right away. But here’s the truth: instant gratification isn’t the goal. Growth in ballet (and in life) comes from consistency, patience, and resilience. I’ll share mindset shifts, practical tips, and encouragement to help you stay motivated and focused on your journey, even when external validation feels far away. Because remember—you’re not dancing for applause, you’re dancing for progress and growth ------ Book an Intensive with Isabella & the BWI Team https://buytickets.at/balletwithisabella/1801743 ✨ Ready to go deeper? Here’s how we can train together at Ballet With Isabella: 🎓 Explore our full library of on-demand ballet classes and courses: https://balletwithisabella.com/studio/ 💪 Get structured training with our BWI Plans—step-by-step programs that remove decision paralysis:  https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ 👯‍♀️ Join our membership tiers for every level of dancer:  https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ 🎥 Want live coaching? Check out our live classes and workshops: https://balletwithisabella.com/member-live-classes/ 🔑 And if you’re ready for the ultimate support system, discover our Principal Membership—a high-level, all-access pass that includes a bespoke training plan every 8 weeks: balletwithisabella.com/principal Wherever you are on your ballet journey, we’ve created tools, classes, and support to help you unlock your full potential. Come and see why we’re called your secret weapon.

    27 分鐘
  4. 02/07/2025

    Ep.151 Alina Cojocaru: Royal Ballet Legend Shares Her Definition Of Success

    Hey Everyone, In this very special episode, we sit down with one of the most beloved ballerinas of our time—Alina Cojocaru. From her humble beginnings in Romania to becoming a Principal at The Royal Ballet, English National Ballet and beyond, Alina shares the highs, the challenges, her growth in her mindset and the deeply personal moments that shaped her extraordinary career.She opens up about:✨ The key experiences that shaped her artistry🎭 How to grow as a deeper artist, beyond just technique🌱 Where she finds inspiration—on and off stage🕊️ How she stays grounded through the pressures of a ballet career💬 Her heartfelt advice for young dancers navigating the ballet world todayAlina’s wisdom and sincerity are a powerful reminder that ballet is not just about perfection—it's about storytelling, connection, and resilience.This is a must-listen for any dancer or artist looking to deepen their craft and stay inspired in their journey.🎙️ Listen now and be inspired by Alina’s grace—onstage and off.I hope you enjoy this episode Please like & subscribe -------✨ Welcome to Ballet With Isabella! ✨https://balletwithisabella.comBallet With Isabella (BWI) is your go-to online training platform for dancers of all levels! Whether you’re a beginner, pre-professional, or pro, we help you refine your technique, build strength, and boost confidence all with structured training that delivers real results. We are a community of go getters! 💖 What You’ll Find Here:✅ Expert-led ballet classes & courses✅ On-demand classes and courses to watch wherever you are. ✅ Structured Plans ✅ Flexibility & strength workouts for dancers✅ Mindset coaching✅ Live Zoom classes for Members ( recorded to watch later) ✅ Private coaching & personalized plans to smash your goals ✅ Intensives worldwide to work with isabella face to face.💡 Join Our Membership!🔹 Corps – Recorded classes + Live Members Classes🔹 Soloist – Live Classes + all on-demand classes & courses & plans🔹 Principal – Everything + a custom plan every 8 weeks🎙️ Listen to Our Podcast! A Dancer’s Mindset (Co-hosted by Suvi Honkanen) – interviews, training tips, and mental strategies to help you succeed in ballet.👩‍🏫 About IsabellaIsabella is a graduate of vaganova, pro ballet dancer and professional ballet coach. Founder of BWI, she beleives everyone should have the best. Helping dancers worldwide reach their full potential through expert training & mindset coaching.🔗 Start Training Today! → https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/✨ Subscribe & turn on notifications for new ballet content every week! 💃🩰--------

    2 小時 12 分鐘

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This podcast, hosted by ballet dancer, Vaganova graduate and international coach Isabella McGuire Mayes @balletwithIsabella For all the dancers out there with a desire for more and to reach their highest potential. Isabella will build your confidence, self esteem and self belief so you can make it to the top. There are many stories from Isabella's training days, tips to improve your mindset, special guests and more!! Giving you a winning dancer's mindset! Explore BWI - Your secret weapon to excellence. www.balletwithisabella.com Email hello@balletwithisabella.com

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