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Two Dance Moms Podcast - For Competition Dance Parents Two Dance Moms
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Are you the parent of a competition dancer or maybe a competitive dancer yourself? Do you often feel overwhelmed or curious about all the components of these competition dance weekends and all it takes to be a dance parent? We’re here to guide you, commiserate with you, laugh with you about all the highs lows, challenges and successes of the dance comp season. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!
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Life After Dance Team: Advice From Graduated Seniors
For our final episode of Season 2, we have some extra special guests! Last year, our dance team had 3 very special Seniors graduate from high school and the comp team and they each have taken somewhat different and yet all exciting and inspiring paths. We are so grateful to have them here today. One year after graduation, to shed some light on what life can look like after graduation for our own dancers. Welcome Jayme, Mia, and Sofi to Two Dance Moms Podcast!WHAT TO LI...
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Directors Perspective on Parent to Studio Communication Pt. 2: Interview with Melissa McDaniel of TP Dance Creations
Melissa McDaniel joins us to share a Studio Directors perspective for Part 2 of our Parent to Studio Communication Episode. Melissa M. McDaniel is the founder of Turning Point Dance Creations based in North Carolina. Melissa has a worked in the dance community as an educator, director, sought after adjudicator, choreographer, and more. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!WHAT TO LISTEN FORCan a Dance Parent over communicate with their director? Communication methods and apps for team...
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Parent to Studio Communication Pt.1: Best Practices for Discussions & Feedback (Parent Perspective)
We are all about communication being key in a happy, working relationship with your dancer’s studio. From asking questions to giving your opinion, knowing when, how, and in what way to express concerns or get clarity can make or break yours & your dancer’s team experience. Today, we want to discuss best practices for dance parents communicating with their studio from a parents perspective. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!WHAT TO LISTEN FOROrganizing team emails for re...
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Choosing a Studio: What to Consider
In episode 51 with Bri Zborowski, we got into the reasons why it might be time to leave a dance studio. But what should we look for in a new studio, and how do we get the answers needed before making such a big decision for your dancer? Today we want to dive into all the things you want to research and consider when choosing a new dance studio. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!WHAT TO LISTEN FORLocation: How far can you realistically drive Training: Classes offered & levels av...
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Ben Bigler of Reinforce Dance Experience: Dancer, Convention Director, & Choreographer
Todays special episode interviews industry professional, convention faculty member & owner of Reinforce Dance Experience, internationally known teacher/choreographer, Mr Ben Bigler. We cover everything from his performance at the Oscars to what went into making Reinforce Dance Experience a convention different from all the rest! Ben also provides great tips dancers and parents won't want to miss! Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!WHAT TO LISTEN FORBen Bigler's start in dance Da...
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Switching Teams / Leaving Studios: Insights with Bri Zborowski
We've all heard the saying “The only thing constant in life is change”. Studios change, our dancers skill levels and needs change, our family dynamics and location and availability changes and with that can bring a need for the team our dancers dance with to change. When, why, and how should one leave their current studio & team. To discuss this important topic, we collected stories from you, our listeners, and brought in an oh so important guest. Former dance dire...