The third interview in my Centre Stage series (that is discussions with creative
and clever Dance Studio Owners past and present that have a ‘little bit on the
side’) is with the inspiring……Tina Sparks!

Tin runs ‘Sparks Dance Centre’ in QLD, is the founder of the ‘Stand Out
Cosmetics’ brand and most recently created’ Stage Ready Dancer’, a
mentorship combining positive psychology and ministry where dancers can
feel loved, safe, valued and respected.

Please be advised that this conversation does discuss sexual abuse in a very
general sense and to go gently if this could trigger a response in you.

In this chat Tina and I cover:
01.48 - How video games help Tina relax and connect with her sons
04.00 - Forgive and Forget (but don’t be a doormat)
06.27 - An introduction to the work Tina does (and has done!)
13.05 - Tinas overarching philosophy of ‘safety of children’ in dance.
14.50 - Encouraging Dance Studio Owners and Teachers to be empowered to find
more information to be a positive mentor to students
17.25 - Questions to ask students to help open the lines of communication with
students
19.30 - Developing an awareness of underlying issues that could be affecting students
21.38 - How trauma manifests through Fascia, the nervous system and other
components of the body
23.00 - Love is forgiving, love is kind.

25.30 - We do have the ability to save lives through dance
28.30 - An example of a practical check in with students from Jane
33.52 - First do no harm AND balancing the discipline of dance

Although quite a deep and thought-provoking interview, this conversation will
remind you to connect with your why and leave you feeling uplifted and
inspired.

Connect with Tina - @stagereadydancer
Connect with me - Visit @dancestudiosuccess on Instagram or join my free
online FB community, ‘The Tribe for Dance Studio Owners’

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