After Class

• Ep. 64 - Real Talk on Navigating Discouragement in Your Adult Ballet Journey - Guest co-host, Stacy Santos

  Feeling discouraged in your ballet journey? You're not alone. In this episode, we get real about the emotional ups and downs that come with being an adult ballet dancer — especially when progress feels slow or you're just plain burnt out. With guest co-host, Stacy Santos, we dig into practical tips on how to manage seasons of discouragement and reconnect with the joy of dancing. So if you've been in a rough patch (like we have) this conversation is for you... So grab your coffee and let's get into it!Connect with Stacy on Instagram @hey_staceeListen to Stacy's inspiring story here:Part One (episode #9)Part Two (episode #10)Try a new style with Steps on Broadway Zoom Class Schedule!Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast produced by Mission Bridge Media.www.MissionBridgeMedia.comSee you next time after class! ♥

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• Ep. 63 - From Studio to Startup: How One Adult Dancer Created the Ballet Skirts She Couldn’t Find - Interview with Chelsea of Dianne Dancewear

  Have you ever found yourself standing in a dance store, surrounded by tiny skirts that will never work for your adult ballerina body? In this episode, Chelsea shares her inspiring journey from beginner ballet dancer to founder of Dianne Dancewear, a brand creating beautiful, size-inclusive ballet skirts made specifically for adults. We talk about finding confidence in the studio through dancewear, the power of inclusive design, and what it takes to turn a personal frustration into a mission that resonates with dancers everywhere. Grab a coffee and let's get into it!Connect with Chelsea: @chelsea_hhfShop Dianne Dancewear:Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/DianneDancewearInstagram: @dianne.dancewearFollow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast produced by Mission Bridge Media.www.MissionBridgeMedia.comSee you next time after class! ♥

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• Ep. 62 - Adult Ballet Intensives: Preparing Your Body to Thrive, Before, During & After! Interview with Allie Christensen of Dancer Strong

  With summer intensives approaching, you might be wondering: How can I make sure my body is prepared for the demands of long days in the studio? What can I do now to set myself up for success at a ballet intensive? Luckily, there's A LOT you can do before, during and even after your intensive to take care of your body and set yourself up for long-term success! In this episode, Allie Christensen (owner of Align Fitness & founder of the Dancer Strong platform) is giving us her best advice gleaned from years of training dancers and teaching at intensives all over the US. From what to focus on leading up to the event, to how to care for your body during the intensive, to how to implement your corrections when you get home... She breaks down all of it! So whether you've got an intensive on the calendar or just want to level up your own training, this is a PACKED episode you're going to love. Let's get into it!CONNECT WITH ALLIE:Dancer Strong Platform (Use code HANNAHJENNINGS5295 for $5 off!)Instagram: @alignfitnessbyallieYouTube: @alignfitnessbyallieEmail: [email protected] Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast produced by Mission Bridge Media.www.MissionBridgeMedia.comSee you next time after class! ♥

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• Ep. 61 - Size-Inclusive Style Tips for Adult Dancers: Create a Ballet Wardrobe You Love at Any Size! Interview with Maggie Watson

  Most of us have been personally victimized by a dancewear size chart at some point... Whether it's limited size ranges or leotards with effectively no butt-coverage, we understand how hard it can be for adult dancers to cultivate a ballet wardrobe that makes you feel GREAT. That's why we're so excited to have Maggie Watson (a true ballet-style icon) co-hosting this episode! In it she shares her secrets for sourcing beautiful & comfortable dancewear (spoiler: it's often NOT from dancewear brands) and for styling outfits in a way that compliments and celebrates your curves. If you're an adult dancer who doesn't feel seen by traditional dancewear options, this episode is for you... So grab your coffee and let's get into it!Follow Maggie @_maggiavellianFREE pdf of styling tips to guide you as you shop!Non-dancewear brands to checkout:Samantha PleetNooworksFashion Brand CompanySize-inclusive dance brands:CapezioLuckyLeo DancewearJule Dancewear - MeshiesRed lipstick by Pat McGrath Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast produced by Mission Bridge Media.www.MissionBridgeMedia.comSee you next time after class! ♥

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• Ep. 60 - Essential Ballet Terminology to Level Up Your Game!

  Oh the world of ballet terminology... It's fancy, its frustrating, it's French... 😳  So what's a dancer to do? Start by listening to this episode! In it, we're breaking down the most commonly used terms in ballet class and explaining what they actually mean and how they're used. We know how overwhelming a class can be, but if you understand these words, you'll be dancing with confidence and clarity. Ready to level up your game? Let's get into it!Download your FREE guide to essential ballet terms!Follow Yelena @ballet_for_allFollow Hannah @thebusybunheadCheck out more resources here:youtube.com/@balletforallonlineballetclasses.comthebusybunhead.comPodcast produced by Mission Bridge Media.www.MissionBridgeMedia.comSee you next time after class! ♥

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