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After ClassEp. 64 - Real Talk on Navigating Discouragement in Your Adult Ballet Journey - Guest co-host, Stacy SantosFeeling discouraged in your ballet journey? You're not alone. In this episode, we get real about the emotional ups and downs that come with being an adult ballet dancer — especially when progress feels slow or you're just plain burnt out. With guest co-host, Stacy Santos, we dig into practical tips on how to manage seasons of discouragement and reconnect with the joy of dancing. So if you've been in a rough patch (like we have) this conversation is for you... So grab your coffee and let's get into it!Connect with Stacy on Instagram @hey_stacee...2025-05-1928 minAfter ClassEp. 63 - From Studio to Startup: How One Adult Dancer Created the Ballet Skirts She Couldn’t Find - Interview with Chelsea of Dianne DancewearHave you ever found yourself standing in a dance store, surrounded by tiny skirts that will never work for your adult ballerina body? In this episode, Chelsea shares her inspiring journey from beginner ballet dancer to founder of Dianne Dancewear, a brand creating beautiful, size-inclusive ballet skirts made specifically for adults. We talk about finding confidence in the studio through dancewear, the power of inclusive design, and what it takes to turn a personal frustration into a mission that resonates with dancers everywhere. Grab a coffee and let's get into it!Connect with Chelsea: @chelsea_hhf2025-05-1231 minAfter ClassEp. 62 - Adult Ballet Intensives: Preparing Your Body to Thrive, Before, During & After! Interview with Allie Christensen of Dancer StrongWith summer intensives approaching, you might be wondering: How can I make sure my body is prepared for the demands of long days in the studio? What can I do now to set myself up for success at a ballet intensive? Luckily, there's A LOT you can do before, during and even after your intensive to take care of your body and set yourself up for long-term success! In this episode, Allie Christensen (owner of Align Fitness & founder of the Dancer Strong platform) is giving us her best advice gleaned from years of training dancers and teaching at intensives...2025-05-0554 minAfter ClassEp. 61 - Size-Inclusive Style Tips for Adult Dancers: Create a Ballet Wardrobe You Love at Any Size! Interview with Maggie WatsonMost of us have been personally victimized by a dancewear size chart at some point... Whether it's limited size ranges or leotards with effectively no butt-coverage, we understand how hard it can be for adult dancers to cultivate a ballet wardrobe that makes you feel GREAT. That's why we're so excited to have Maggie Watson (a true ballet-style icon) co-hosting this episode! In it she shares her secrets for sourcing beautiful & comfortable dancewear (spoiler: it's often NOT from dancewear brands) and for styling outfits in a way that compliments and celebrates your curves. If you're an adult dancer who...2025-04-2832 minAfter ClassEp. 60 - Essential Ballet Terminology to Level Up Your Game!Oh the world of ballet terminology... It's fancy, its frustrating, it's French... 😳 So what's a dancer to do? Start by listening to this episode! In it, we're breaking down the most commonly used terms in ballet class and explaining what they actually mean and how they're used. We know how overwhelming a class can be, but if you understand these words, you'll be dancing with confidence and clarity. Ready to level up your game? Let's get into it!Download your FREE guide to essential ballet terms!Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunhead...2025-04-2123 minAfter ClassEp. 59 - Ballet's "Linking" Steps: What They Are and How to Conquer Them!Are you struggling to reach the next level in your ballet training? The secret to improving might be in your linking steps... Linking steps (also referred to as "transition steps" or "connecting steps") are often not broken down in adult ballet classes, which can leave us feeling like we're just fumbling through the choreography. If you want to feel like you're thriving in class instead of just surviving, we're here to help! In this episode we're breaking down what exactly linking steps are, and how you can conquer them. It's an episode you don't want to miss if you're...2025-04-1422 minAfter ClassEp. 58 - The Weirdest Things in Our Ballet Bags: Don't Judge Us! 🫣Join us for a short, chatty episode about the most random items in our dance bags... And don't forget to head over to Instagram this week to vote on our poll (to wash or not wash your ballet slippers) and answer the question, "What's the strangest thing in YOUR dance bag?" It's a short and light-hearted one, so grab your beverage of choice and let's get into it!Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast...2025-04-0714 minAfter ClassEp. 57 - Making Ballet Work for Your Schedule: Time Management Tips for Adult Dancers!Do you ever feel like it's either all or nothing when it comes to making your ballet training worthwhile? I mean, if you can't make it to an hour+ technique class, what's the point - right? In this episode we talk about how to fit ballet into your busy schedule, even if you only have 5 minutes! Join us as we dive into practical tips and strategies for managing your time as an adult dancer—whether you're juggling work, family, or just life in general. Small but consistent steps can lead to BIG progress in your dance journey... Let's get int...2025-03-3122 minAfter ClassEp. 56 - The Key to Beautiful Dancing at Any Age or Level: Artistry in Adult BalletIn this (possibly controversial) episode, we're diving into the topic of artistry. In modern ballet culture, it's often overshadowed by the more physical and technical elements, but is that a good thing? What makes a dancer truly captivating to watch? What makes a performance memorable? Artistry is a hallmark of every great dancer, and lucky for us adults, it's possible at any age and any level. ◡̈ Grab your coffee and let's get into it!Dancers to Study:Fonteyn & NureyevAlicia Alonso (dancing here at 58 yrs old!)Follow Yelena @ballet_for_all2025-03-2420 minAfter ClassEp. 55 - Ready for Pointe? How to Know & What to Do Next! (pt 2)Wondering if you're ready to start pointe training as an adult ballet dancer? In this two-part series, we're breaking down the many facets of pointe readiness (physical, technical, and mental) to help you determine if/when to take the leap into the wonderful world of pointe. ◡̈ In this second episode, we're focusing on the mental side of pointe readiness and providing practical tips to guide your next steps once you're ready to begin. (We're rooting for you!) And don't forget to listen to part one, if you haven't already. ◡̈ Download your FREE Pointe Readiness Checklist here!Book a...2025-03-1720 minAfter ClassEp. 54 - Ready for Pointe? Here's How to Know! (pt 1)Wondering if you're ready to start pointe training as an adult ballet dancer? In this two-part series, we're breaking down the many facets of pointe readiness (physical, technical, and mental) to help you determine if/when to take the leap into the wonderful world of pointe. ◡̈ In this first episode, we're focusing on the physical and technical "checklists" you can use to assess yourself... Let's get into it!Download your FREE Pointe Readiness Checklist here!Book a pointe consultation with Yelena: yelena@onlineballetclasses.comFollow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunhead...2025-03-1020 minAfter ClassEp. 53 - Social Media in Adult Ballet: Our Hot Takes and TipsThe social media side of ballet is kind of a mixed bag... Some things are great and others, well..... not so much. Like most things in life, it's really what you make it. In this episode, we talk about the pro's & con's of consuming ballet content, and how you can avoid digital overwhelm and get the most out of social media as an adult dancer. Everything you want to know - like how to find community, maintain a healthy mindset, and curate your feed for maximum effectiveness - is packed into this episode, so let's get into it! ♥ F...2025-03-0322 minAfter ClassEp. 52 - Ballet Tights: Everything You Need to Know & How to Find Your Perfect Pair!Is it possible to do an entire podcast episode on tights, you ask? Well... We did! ◡̈ There's a lot to consider when it comes to choosing your best pair of tights - things like style, color and fit, just to name a few! In this episode, we're breaking down all of the options available to adult dancers and sharing our personal favorites. So the next time you walk into a dance store or peruse the internet you can know exactly what you're looking for and confidently choose the right pair of tights for you. ◡̈ Don't forget to check o...2025-02-2426 minAfter ClassEp. 51 - Celebrating Our One Year Anniversary!We can't believe today is the one year anniversary of the podcast - what a fun ride it's been! Thanks to your support, we've been able to hit some incredible milestones and bring on some very special guests. In today's celebratory episode, we're sharing our personal highlights, listener feedback and plans for the coming year. 2025 is going to be full of all the ballet topics you love, including technique, style, tips and interviews with fellow ballet-lovers!♥ Let's get into it!Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:yo...2025-02-1718 minAfter ClassEp. 50 - Empower Your Ballet Body! How to Train for Strength & Longevity as an Adult Dancer - Interview with Allie Christensen, Founder of Dancer StrongAs passionate adult dancers, we want to be able to enjoy ballet for the rest of our lives. But how can we actually achieve that? The answer probably isn't what you'd expect... Join us as we talk to Allie Christensen about the unique physical challenges that adult dancers face, and how to train for both longevity & maximum performance now. Through her years of experience training adult dancers, she has developed a unique approach to helping them reach their goals and work smarter. In this episode she shares the secret to feeling your best and, as she says, to "keep...2025-02-1049 min