When the Back Row Speaks: Why Some Dance Workshops Fall Flat (and How to Fix Them)

I’m fired up in this episode—and for good reason.

After 25 years of teaching and mentoring instructors, I’ve sat in the back row of many workshops as a paying student. And let’s just say… not every experience has been inspiring. From instructors winging it with no prep, to sessions dragged down by poor time management, unclear cueing, or disengaged students—I’ve seen it all.

This episode is a truth smack for all of us in the teaching game. I’m diving into:

* The biggest mistakes I’ve seen dance teachers make (yes, even the “big names”)

* Red flags that students are lost—and how to actually see them

* Why finishing choreography shouldn't be the goal (yep, I said it)

* What conference producers should really be doing before hiring teachers

* And how to shift your teaching from “covering material” to creating impact

If you care about your students, your integrity, and the future of dance education—this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in and let’s raise the bar—together.

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