A Dancer's Mindset

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A Dancer's Mindset

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. 4 DAYS AGO

    Ep.138 Homesickness. Pursuing your dreams far from home.

    Hello Everyone, Today I am joined by Suvi as we discuss home sickness in ballet. We both ventured form our home towns and travelled to Russia at a young age, not knowing the language or even what to expect. Being very close to our mothers made things that much harder but we realised some very key important components and mindset tools that made this more manageable. In the end we have to do uncomfortable things to come out the other side the person we dream to become. I hope you enjoy this episode and it helps you :-) Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- Boris Kniaseff/Stevovich Floor Barre Course with India Rose https://balletwithisabella.com/course/floor-barre-for-turnout/ Variations Course with Isabella https://balletwithisabella.com/course/learn-variations-with-me/ Intensives coming up https://balletwithisabella.com/workshops/ 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ * My website - Online classes and courses Memberships to enhance you training Live classes and more! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com MOST RECENT CLASSES AND COURSES * Book a private lesson with me https://balletwithisabella.com/1-to-1-lessons/ * Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! become more confident, with higher self esteem and self belief. Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nnhKSG97VofHYPBOW?si=8ebb73d9aedf425e * Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balletwithisabella * Follow me on TIKTOK www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/

    25 min

  2. 16 NOV

    Ep. 137 Should I push or rest? How to know what to do.

    Hello Everyone, Welcome back to this episode! This is a much-asked question I get. Should we push? Or should we rest? As dancers, we are hard-wired to push, seeing rest as a weakness. This is far from the truth, and this episode is all about helping you road map your days and weeks understanding when to push, or when to go easier for the sake of consistency and a lasting career. Enjoy! Like and follow the podcast! ---------------------------------- Turnout ball on the wall workout https://balletwithisabella.com/class/ball-on-wall/ Boris Kniaseff/Stevovich Floor Barre Course with India Rose https://balletwithisabella.com/course/floor-barre-for-turnout/ Variations Course with Isabella https://balletwithisabella.com/course/learn-variations-with-me/ Intensives coming up https://balletwithisabella.com/workshops/ 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ * My website - Online classes and courses Memberships to enhance you training Live classes and more! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com MOST RECENT CLASSES AND COURSES * Book a private lesson with me https://balletwithisabella.com/1-to-1-lessons/ * Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! become more confident, with higher self esteem and self belief. Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nnhKSG97VofHYPBOW?si=8ebb73d9aedf425e * Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balletwithisabella * Follow me on TIKTOK www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/

    26 min

  3. 2 NOV

    Ep.136 Nerves as an Artist. How to Cope

    Hello Everyone, Today we will be talking about nerves as an artist. How to cope and deal with this as an artist who is under high pressure. We will be focusing this episode on Janet Baker who was a renowned opera singer of the 20th century. She was an amazing Soprano considered one of the greatest Opera Singers. Her problem was she had crippling stage freight. As a dancer, I found this inspiring, even the greats struggle with fear! I thought this would help many of you to talk about in your own unique pursuit. Let's discuss! --------------------------------- Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- Boris Kniaseff/Stevovich Floor Barre Course with India Rose https://balletwithisabella.com/course... Variations Course with Isabella https://balletwithisabella.com/course... Intensives coming up https://balletwithisabella.com/worksh... 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select... My website - Book a private lesson with me Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! become more confident, with higher self esteem and self belief. Follow me on Instagram   / balletwithisabella   Follow me on TIKTOK Online classes and courses Memberships to enhance you training Live classes and more! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com MOST RECENT CLASSES AND COURSES https://balletwithisabella.com/1-to-1... Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nn...www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com/select...

    34 min

  4. 14 OCT

    Ep. 135 Chloe Misseldine. ABT's Newest Swan Queen

    Hello Everyone, I am very excited to be speaking with this amazing dancer. In this conversation, Chloe Misseldine shares her inspiring journey as a ballet dancer, detailing her early influences, the development of her passion for dance, and her experiences training at the Orlando Ballet School. She discusses her transition to the ABT Studio Company, the challenges and growth she experienced, and her eventual promotion to principal dancer. Chloe emphasizes the importance of perseverance, patience, and the supportive environment at ABT, while also reflecting on her preparation for significant roles like Odette/Odile in Swan Lake. The conversation highlights her artistic journey, the pressures of performance, and her approach to balancing work and relaxation. Enjoy! Takeaways Chloe Misseldine: The Heart of a Dancer Chloe Misseldine: A Journey Through Dance "Ballet was in my blood." "I love being on stage." "Patience is super important." TitlesSound BitesChapters 00:00 Introduction and Early Inspirations 03:02 Finding Passion in Dance 06:12 Training and Influences 09:01 Transition to ABT Studio Company 12:03 Growth and Performance Experience 15:11Joining the Main Company 18:14 Challenges and Opportunities 20:59 Preparing for Swan Lake 24:06 Debut Performance and Promotion 27:05 Reflections on Promotion and Future Goals

    1h 8m

  5. 7 OCT

    Ep,134 Get ahead of 99 percent of people

    Welcome back everyone! In this episode I am going to let you in on a secret! How to get ahead of 99 percent of people. It isn't rocket science but not a lot of people will do it. It's about going the extra mile. Let's discuss this! Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- Intensives coming up https://balletwithisabella.com/workshops/ 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/ * My website - Online classes and courses Memberships to enhance you training Live classes and more! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com MOST RECENT CLASSES AND COURSES * Book a private lesson with me https://balletwithisabella.com/1-to-1-lessons/ * Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! become more confident, with higher self esteem and self belief. Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nnhKSG97VofHYPBOW?si=8ebb73d9aedf425e * Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balletwithisabella * Follow me on TIKTOK www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence https://balletwithisabella.com/select-a-plan/

    16 min

  6. 2 OCT

    Ep.133 Knowing you have weaknesses. How to deal with them.

    Hello Everyone, Welcome back! In this conversation, Isabella and Suvi discuss the challenges of building self-esteem in ballet, focusing on how to navigate weaknesses and shortcomings. They explore the importance of mindset, the impact of comparison with peers, and the significance of quality training over quantity. The discussion emphasizes the uniqueness of each dancer's journey and the necessity of resilience and persistence in the face of challenges. Practical tools for improvement and the importance of a positive routine are also highlighted, culminating in a message of self-acceptance and striving for personal bests. Takeaways It's important to normalize imperfections in ballet. Mindset plays a crucial role in overcoming weaknesses. Comparison with others can hinder personal growth. Quality of training is more important than quantity. Each dancer's journey is unique and should be respected. Building a positive routine can enhance performance. Resilience is key to overcoming challenges in dance. Self-belief is essential for improvement. Don't let others define your limitations. Celebrate small progress as a step towards improvement. Smashing Goals in Ballet The Power of Mindset in Dance "Smash those goals!" "Normalizing our imperfections is key." "I always felt really insecure about my technique." Titles Sound Bites - Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Self-Esteem in Ballet 02:52 Navigating Weaknesses and Shortcomings 05:49 Mindset and Self-Perception08:59Comparing Yourself to Others 12:05 Quality Over Quantity in Training 15:02 The Importance of Individual Journey 18:09 Practical Tools for Improvement 21:00 Building a Positive Routine 23:59Resilience and Persistence in Dance 27:14Final Thoughts on Self-Improvement --------- Join BWI Your secret weapon to excellance Classes - Courses and Plans www.balletwithisabella.com --------

    37 min

  7. 25 SEPT

    Ep.132 Pull it together! How do we do that?

    Hello Everyone! We all have those moments where life feels a little scattered and we know we need to pull it together. But what does that really mean, and how do we make it happen? In this episode, we dive into the top 3 key habits that can help you get back on track and aligned with your goals—whether in the studio or in life. We’re talking discipline, clarity, and self-compassion—because pulling it together doesn’t mean being perfect, it means taking control and showing up for yourself each day. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or like you’re not reaching your full potential, this episode is for you! Let’s get real about what it takes to stay focused, push through self-doubt, and finally get ahead. Tune in to find out how to stop just saying "pull it together" and actually start doing it! Your friend - Isabella xo -------- Book Upcoming BWI Intensives! Book The Ballet Lab for Students 14-18 ⁠https://buytickets.at/balletwithisabella/1318648⁠ Winter Adult Sold out! -------- COME TO AUSTRALIA INTENSIVES ADULTS AND PRE PRO STUDENTS Melbourne Adult - More Dates Added https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia/1373190 Perth adult - A few spots for intermediate - Beginner spots available https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia Melbourne - juniors and seniors book below https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia Perth - juniors and seniors book below https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia I can't wait to work with you! ---------------------------------- Follow me on instagram @ balletwithisabella Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- Take my 8 week absolute beginner course! - become a soloist member. https://balletwithisabella.com/plan/a... 14 day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select... Online classes + courses + plans Live ballet classes online Memberships to enhance you training Live classes and more! Start today! https://balletwithisabella.com * Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! become more confident, with higher self esteem and self belief. Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nn... * Follow me on Instagram @balletwithisabella * Follow me on TIKTOK www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence balletwithisabella.com About Me Hello everyone! my names Isabella. I am the first British graduate of the Vaganova ballet academy in Saint Petersburg Russia. I was a soloist working with the Mikhailovsky Ballet and Eifman ballet. Now I live in London as a full time coach Here, on my channel I am sharing my passion with you all about the Vaganova technique amongst many other things related to ballet we all love. It's a hard industry so I am here to help with my insights and knowledge to make it a little easier for you all, as well as to hopefully entertain you with my content. Thank you for watching!

    25 min

  8. 16 SEPT

    Ep.131 Your Fresh Start. It's Time To Level Up.

    Hello Everyone, September is here. We are back to school, back to life! For many of us, this is a perfect reset time. Another 'New Year' Let's discuss, get going and level up for next 6 months ahead. ------ London WInter Ballet Lab for Students https://buytickets.at/balletwithisabella ------- COME TO AUSTRALIA ADULTS AND PRE-PRO STUDENTS Melbourne adult - More dates added https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia/1373190 Perth adult - A few spots for intermediate - Beginner spots available https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia Melbourne - juniors and seniors book below https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia Perth - juniors and seniors book below https://buytickets.at/bwiaustralia I can't wait to work with you! ---------------------------------- Follow me on Instagram @ balletwithisabella Enjoy! Like and subscribe! ---------------------------------- Take my 8-week absolute beginner course! - become a soloist member. https://balletwithisabella.com/plan/a... 14-day free trial to the BWI platform https://balletwithisabella.com/select... Online classes + courses + plans Live ballet classes online Memberships to enhance your training Live classes and more! Start today! https://balletwithisabella.com * Listen to my podcast to enhance your mindset as a dancer! You will become more confident and have higher self-esteem and self-belief. Join thousands of listeners! https://open.spotify.com/show/72hZ7nn... * Follow me on Instagram @balletwithisabella * Follow me on TikTok www.tiktok.com/@balletwithisabella Join the BWI Community! Your secret weapon to excellence balletwithisabella.com About Me Hello everyone! My name is Isabella. I am the first British graduate of the Vaganova Ballet Academy in Saint Petersburg, Russia. I was a soloist with the Mikhailovsky Ballet and Eifman Ballet. Now, I live in London as a full-time coach. Here, on my channel, I am sharing my passion with you about the Vaganova technique, amongst many other things related to ballet we all love. It's a complex industry, so I am here to help with my insights and knowledge to make it a little easier for you and hopefully entertain you with my content. Thank you for watching! ----------

    28 min
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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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  • Creator
    Ballet with Isabella
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    140
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    © Ballet with Isabella
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