In this powerful and honest episode, Rosina is joined by pre-professional teenage dancer Matilda to explore the realities of choosing dance as a career at a young age. Together, they dive into the pressures of training, comparison culture, and the importance of staying in your own lane while pursuing big dreams.
Matilda shares her experiences of high-level training, navigating expectations, and building a strong, winning mindset that goes beyond results and medals.
From self-belief to resilience and long-term thinking, this episode offers invaluable insight for young dancers and the adults supporting them.

A must-listen for teenage dancers, parents, and dance educators guiding the next generation of performers.

In this special episode, Rosina sits down with the team behind Future Dance Teachers to explore how they are supporting and shaping the next generation of dance educators. Together, they discuss training pathways, professional development, and what today’s teachers truly need to succeed.

This conversation highlights the importance of education, mentorship, and long-term sustainability in dance teaching careers.

A must-listen for aspiring teachers, current educators, and studio owners investing in their teams’ futures.

In this no-holds-barred episode, Rosina dives into the realities of online dance teacher forums. From common complaints and recurring debates to misinformation and industry pressure, this conversation unpacks how these spaces can both support and undermine educators.

Rosina offers perspective on how to engage critically, protect your confidence, and avoid comparison traps while still learning from others.

A must-listen for dance teachers navigating online communities and industry noise.

In this honest and supportive episode, Rosina explores what it really means to continue teaching while pregnant. From managing physical changes and energy levels to navigating boundaries, expectations, and emotions in the studio, this conversation shines a light on a topic rarely discussed in dance education.

Rosina shares real-life experiences, practical adjustments, and reassurance for teachers who may be feeling pressure to “push through” during pregnancy.

A must-listen for dance educators who are pregnant, planning a family, or supporting colleagues through this season of life.

In this important and thought-provoking episode, Rosina is joined by Neil O’Brien to discuss LGBTQ+ inclusion within the dance industry. They explore what true inclusivity looks like in studios, training environments, and professional spaces — beyond policies and performative gestures.

Neil shares lived experience, practical guidance, and meaningful ways educators can create safer, more affirming spaces for dancers of all identities.

A must-listen for dance teachers, studio owners, and anyone committed to building inclusive and respectful dance environments.

In this insightful episode, Rosina is joined by Sophia Panchal Bird to discuss the transition from studio training to university dance teams. Sophia shares her first-hand experience of auditions, team culture, training intensity, and balancing academic life with performance commitments.

Together, they unpack what young dancers and teachers should know about university dance opportunities and how they differ from traditional studio environments.

A must-listen for dancers considering university, parents supporting the transition, and teachers guiding students beyond school training.

Show term can be one of the most demanding times in the dance school calendar — and in this episode, Rosina breaks it all down. From scheduling and communication to staff wellbeing and student expectations, she shares practical strategies to help studios survive (and thrive) during peak performance season.

This episode offers realistic advice on reducing burnout while still delivering a professional, positive show experience.

A must-listen for studio owners and teachers preparing for or currently in the thick of show term.

In this candid episode, Rosina is joined by Nadine McKenzie to discuss the unique challenges of being both a studio owner and a dance mum. They explore boundaries, expectations, perceptions, and the emotional complexities that come with teaching your own children.

Nadine shares honest reflections, lessons learned, and strategies for maintaining professionalism while protecting family relationships.

A must-listen for studio owners teaching their own children — or anyone navigating blurred lines between home and studio life.