Cindy talks about the "Secure Your Spot" campaign for The National Dance Coaches Conference in Dallas May 14-16, 2026.

link to Secure Your Spot for Conference at the lowest price of the year guaranteed - $400.

A code will be sent to everyone who secures their spot on November 1, 2025, and that code is good until November 15.  

Registration for the Conference opens on November 1 for the general public.

The theme is Dreaming In Dallas, and there are a lot of fun events planned including an opening pajama cocktail party and a LBD (Little Black Dress) Gala.  As usual, there will be networking galore and cutting-edge classes. 

Get custom music for your dance team! 🎶 Cindy talks with Nick Olson of Roar Anthems Productions, a business that specializes in creating music for any sporting event, business, or occasion. Nick even created a couple of songs that you may hear at upcoming Just For Kix events like the Together We Dance competitions. Want to hear what Roar Anthem Productions can do for your team? Check out roaranthems.com.

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Ready to take your teaching to the next level? In this video, we share dance teaching strategies, goal-setting tips, and coaching advice every instructor can use to inspire their dancers and build stronger programs.

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Cindy and Ali dive into the hot topic of private lessons — what do parents and dancers really need to know? Honest takes, practical advice, and a few surprising truths you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode, we explore the power of breaking free from labels and refusing to define yourself by your current circumstances. Discover how laying a strong foundation today can shape the success of future teams, and why consistent hard work is the ultimate game-changer. Whether you’re coaching, leading, or chasing your own goals, these insights will inspire you to think long-term and push beyond limits.

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This episode is all about your questions! Cindy and Ali respond to topics brought up in the Dance Coaches & Teachers Unite Facebook group, sharing strategies, stories, and encouragement for teachers and coaches at every level.

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Straight from the Just For Kix High School Camp — this is a special episode featuring Mandy Yip with Acrobatic Arts.

As the founder and CEO of Acrobatic Arts Inc, Mandy Yip responsible for managing the staff and overseeing the delivery of all training programs, as well as the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, which is currently used in over 7500 dance studios across 47 countries. With over 400,000 dancers participating in Acrobatic Arts classes on a weekly basis, Mandy's work has had a significant impact on the world of AcroDance. Mandy's dedication to learning is evident in her many certifications, which include contortion, hand balancing, inclusive learning, tap, jazz, gymnastics, and safe coaching, among others. She currently sits on the advisory board for IACDP an organization that shares her mission of keeping kids safe in dance. Mandy is also highly sought after as a workshop instructor, having taught thousands of dance teachers and provided expert classes around the world. Her passion, technique, and in-depth practical knowledge make her classes engaging and informative, and have earned her a reputation as one of the industry's leading experts.

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Cindy sits down with Shawn Zachery, Founder/Executive Director of the National HBCU Auxiliary and Dance Directors’ Association to spotlight the program and their mission to uplift dancers and coaches through mentorship, education, and community. Founded in 2022, the association brings together HBCU, high school, and community teams for training, development, and professional opportunities. From national conferences to partnerships with industry leaders, discover how they’re shaping the future of HBCU-style performance.

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This episode takes place at last year’s Summer Camp and Coaches Conference, where Cindy sits down with fellow coaches to dive into the topic of competitive success.

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Life has been go, go, go for Cindy. From the busyness of everyday life to what’s next, here’s a quick catch-up from behind the scenes at Just For Kix.

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