If I could sit down with my younger self for just one conversation, what would I say?

In this episode, I reflect on the lessons life has taught me. This isn't about changing the past—it's about recognising how every challenge has shaped the person I am today.

Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or simply need a reminder to be kinder to yourself, I hope this conversation gives you comfort, perspective, and the confidence to keep moving forward.

Sometimes the advice we wish we'd heard years ago is exactly what we need to hear today.

How do you grow a dance school from a single location to 20 venues and 800 students?

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, Amy sits down with Cheryl to discuss the realities of building and scaling a successful dance business. Cheryl shares the lessons she's learned from leading a large team, managing multiple locations, and creating systems that allow a dance school to thrive.

We also dive into the creation of Starz Acro, Cheryl's programme designed to help dance teachers develop their Acro knowledge and deliver high-quality training with confidence.

Whether you're a dance teacher, studio owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with practical insights on growth, leadership, and raising standards within the dance industry.

Are ballet traditions helping your dancers thrive… or quietly holding them back?

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, I explore some of the long-standing traditions in ballet training and ask the difficult questions. From outdated teaching methods and rigid expectations to the pressure of perfection, are some traditions no longer serving today's dancers?

This isn't about dismissing ballet's rich history—it's about creating an environment where dancers can excel, feel valued, and genuinely enjoy their training.

Join me for an honest conversation that might just change the way you think about ballet.

What does it really take to build a successful dance school in today's world? In this episode, I'm joined by Louise, The Dance Business Coach, for an honest conversation about the realities of running a dance business. We dive into leadership, growth, creating a strong studio culture, and balancing passion with profit. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your dance school to the next level, this episode is packed with practical insights, mindset shifts, and plenty of inspiration to help you build a business that thrives.

This week on the Real Dance Chat Podcast, I'm joined by our wonderful drama teacher, Rebecca, for an inspiring conversation about her journey in the performing arts industry.

We dive into Rebecca's training, how she built her career, and the experiences that shaped her as both a performer and teacher. She shares her approach to teaching, the values and ethos she brings into every class, and why creating a supportive environment is so important for helping young people grow in confidence both on and off the stage.

Whether you're a performer, teacher, parent, or student, this episode offers a fascinating insight into the world of drama training and the passion that goes into nurturing the next generation of performers.

Tune in for an honest, engaging conversation filled with stories, advice, and plenty of inspiration.

This week on the Real Dance Chat Podcast, I'm joined by Ellis Jay, whose dance journey has come full circle. Starting with us as a Diddy Dancer, Ellis Jay grew up through the school, developed her love of dance, and is now making the exciting transition from student to teacher.

We chat about her experiences growing up in the dance school, the lessons she's learned along the way, and what it's really like stepping into a teaching role after spending so many years on the other side of the studio. Ellis Jay shares her memories, challenges, proudest moments, and her hopes for the future as she begins inspiring the next generation of dancers.

A lovely conversation about growth, opportunity, and the lasting impact a dance school can have on a young person's life.

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, Amy sits down with Dakota to talk all things aerial dance and the journey behind creating our exciting aerial programme. From building confidence in the air to the strength, artistry, and trust that aerial work brings, we dive into why this programme is so much more than just tricks and technique.

We chat about the vision behind the classes, what dancers can expect, and how aerial is helping performers grow in completely new ways — both physically and mentally. Whether you’re already obsessed with aerial or just curious to learn more, this episode gives a real insight into the passion, creativity, and energy behind the programme.

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, I sit down with Philip Joel — dancer, choreographer and casting director — for a real, honest and inspiring conversation about the dance industry. From his journey through the industry to the lessons he’s learned along the way, Philip shares invaluable advice for dancers navigating confidence, growth and longevity in such a competitive world.

We also talk about the importance of creating positive, supportive environments within the industry and why the energy and atmosphere around dancers matters. Whether you’re an aspiring performer, a working dancer, or simply love hearing the behind-the-scenes truth of the industry, this episode is packed with insight, humour and real talk.

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Becky to talk about her inspiring journey from dance competition star to studio manager.

Becky shares how she competed at championship level, developing the dedication, discipline, and performance mindset needed to succeed in the competitive dance world. After her success in competitions, she chose to expand her training by retraining in ballet, jazz, and contemporary, refining her versatility and deepening her knowledge as a dancer.

We explore how those experiences shaped her transition into the management side of a dance school, where she now brings both her performance background and technical training into leading, organising, and supporting the next generation of dancers.

From the pressures of competing at an elite level to the challenges and rewards of studio management, Becky offers an honest insight into what it takes to evolve within the dance industry. This episode is packed with inspiration for dancers, teachers, and anyone interested in the journey from being on the competition floor to helping a studio thrive behind the scenes.

In this episode, we’re joined by the amazing Kate Farmer, sports massage therapist, to talk all about injury prevention for dancers.

Kate shares her expert advice on how dancers can look after their bodies, reduce the risk of injury, and build healthy habits that support longevity in dance. From the importance of recovery and strength work to recognising early warning signs, this episode is packed with practical tips for dancers, teachers, and parents alike.

A must-listen for anyone wanting to stay strong, healthy, and dancing for longer.

Tune in now!