127 episodes

This podcast is for ballet students and teachers who want to take ownership of their ballet practise, optimise their health and live a life filled with grit and grace! Hosted by Georgia, a qualified ballet teacher with over a decade worth of experience helping students change their life through ballet. Join the Balanced Ballerinas online and in-person community for classes, courses and workshops!

The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast Georgia Dostal

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.9 • 16 Ratings

This podcast is for ballet students and teachers who want to take ownership of their ballet practise, optimise their health and live a life filled with grit and grace! Hosted by Georgia, a qualified ballet teacher with over a decade worth of experience helping students change their life through ballet. Join the Balanced Ballerinas online and in-person community for classes, courses and workshops!

    127. Is it okay to show up late for ballet class?

    127. Is it okay to show up late for ballet class?

    Is it okay? Is it disrespectful? Is it safe? Tune in now to listen to my very strong opinion on the topic!

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    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here:

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    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you:https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course:https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

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    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

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    • 20 min
    126. Choosing Between Vaganova, RAD or Cecchetti: Why It’s Not as Important as You Think!

    126. Choosing Between Vaganova, RAD or Cecchetti: Why It’s Not as Important as You Think!

    Dive into the world of ballet and STYLE with our latest episode…

    Are you stuck choosing between Vaganova, RAD or Cecchetti?

    Today we discuss why it’s not as important as you think. Tune in now to discover why ballet is ballet, and your education comes down to the person teaching!

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    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here: www.balancedballerinas.com/challenge

    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you: https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course: https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

    Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas

    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

    And join the *SECRET* Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas/

    • 29 min
    125. Balancing Motherhood and Ballet Teacher Life: Finding Peace & Adjusting Your Balance

    125. Balancing Motherhood and Ballet Teacher Life: Finding Peace & Adjusting Your Balance

    We’re diving into the balancing act of motherhood and ballet teacher life with me on the latest episode of the podcast!

    From navigating career changes to finding peace amidst the chaos, we cover it all - I truly feel like the podcast is where I’m most honest about my journey.

    Tune in now to learn how I’m making peace & adjusting my sense of balance!

    👉 Answering Listener Questions:


    How has motherhood changed my lifestyle and career?
    My recovery journey after birth: Physically and mentally.
    Navigating the newborn phase and finding joy amidst exhaustion.
    Staying motivated after having a baby and embracing new creative energy.
    The profound changes motherhood has brought to my life and relationships.
    Balancing it all and managing the juggle of work and family life.



     

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    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here:

    www.balancedballerinas.com/challenge

    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet 

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

    Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas

    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

    And join the *SECRET* Facebook group here:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas/ 

    • 28 min
    124. Want a High Distinction in Your Ballet Exam? Here's How!

    124. Want a High Distinction in Your Ballet Exam? Here's How!

    In this week's episode of the Balanced Ballerinas podcast, we're diving into the secrets of achieving high distinctions in ballet exams.

    From focus and peer support to consistent practice and self-reflection, I'll be sharing the KEY strategies that helped me excel in my own exams.

    Here's what you'll learn:


    The importance of surrounding yourself with supportive peers who motivate you to do your best.
    How journaling corrections can accelerate your progress and performance.
    The power of consistent attendance, preparation, and practice both in and out of the studio.
    Tips for treating every class like a performance to showcase your best work.
    Strategies for analysing your results and seeking continuous improvement.
    Ready to elevate your ballet game and aim for those top marks?

    Tune in now to discover the secrets behind achieving your best ballet exam mark yet.

     

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    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here:

    www.balancedballerinas.com/challenge

    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet 

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

    Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas

    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

    And join the *SECRET* Facebook group here:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas/ 

    • 23 min
    123. Embracing your love of ballet amidst misconceptions and judgement!

    123. Embracing your love of ballet amidst misconceptions and judgement!

    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here:

    www.balancedballerinas.com/challenge

    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet 

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

    Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas

    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

    And join the *SECRET* Facebook group here:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas/ 

    • 14 min
    122. Benefits of pointe class WITHOUT pointe shoes!

    122. Benefits of pointe class WITHOUT pointe shoes!

    Join the Balanced Ballerinas FREE 5 Day Challenge here:

    www.balancedballerinas.com/challenge

    Prenatal, healing or beginner ballet student? This course was designed for you:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/butterballet 

    The 12 Week Adult Ballet Course:

    https://www.balancedballerinas.com/12weekadultballetcourse

    My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina

    Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas

    Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas

    And join the *SECRET* Facebook group here:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas/ 

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
16 Ratings

16 Ratings

Caroline. H ,

Favorite Podcast!!

I started ballet at 14 years old, It’s been nine months and I’m en pointe and beginning to rehearse for the nutcracker! Thank you so much Mrs. Georgia for making such a wonderful podcast!

AJ121259 ,

Listening to this Podcast make my Heart Happy

I’m an adult ballerina who came back to the barre after a 10 year break. This podcast resonates with so much of my experience and is a highlight of every week. I can’t help but smile, laugh, and sometimes cry when listening. I know the 50th episode was the most impactful as I cried along with you Georgia as you spoke about your dear friend. We all have those life changing members of our adult community who bring it together! I cannot wait for future episodes and the opportunity to cross the global and see ballet from the other side.

Shanes11 ,

Hello from Texas

I found your podcast through the PBT Facebook group when someone shared the interview with Marie Walton-Maher. While listening to it, I found your voice to be so incredibly soothing. My life is very busy. I have 5 children that I homeschool, I teach ballet 3 nights a week and my husband and I own/run a youth baseball organization. Being able to hear your soothing voice at the end of my day (or sometimes the beginning) helps me relax and I always take away something positive from each episode. Thank you for sharing yourself with so many all around the world. You are truly an inspiration!

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