Passion for Dance
Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.
Featured Episodes
Oct. 31, 2024
184. The 3 Daily Habits of Successful Dancers
The best performers in the world didn't get to where they are through magic, nor did they get there overnight. The best path to your personal best is to focus on those small, daily habits that add up to consistent growth. Psychological research has...
Feb. 22, 2024
148. Dancers: If you wan to reach the next level, develop GRIT
Have you heard of grit? Even if you haven’t, I bet you've seen it or you've felt it. Grit is the mental skill that could be the difference between getting that challenging turn section or staying stuck at your current level. This episode is for the...
Feb. 8, 2024
146. "Dream On" with U of Minnesota Coach Amanda Gaines
If you’re a part of the dance world, you probably saw the University of Minnesota's jazz dance routine at UDA Nationals with the passion and technique and the now viral turn section. But how do they pull off two incredible routines year after year?...
Recent Episodes
March 27, 2025
Blending Technical Excellence with Emotional Depth in Dance with Anab…
In this episode, host Dr. Chelsea talks to distinguished dance educator Anabella Lenzu about the shifting focus in the dance community from artistic expression to technical perfection and competitive achievements. Anabella, originally from Argentina...
March 20, 2025
Cultivating Optimism as a Teenage Competitive Dancer
In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea addresses the growing pessimism among teenage competitive dancers. She emphasizes the importance of optimism for competitive success and mental resilience, differentiating it from toxic positivity. Dr....
March 13, 2025
200. The Four Pillars of Dance Excellence: Insights from 200 Episodes
In this milestone episode, host Dr. Chelsea reflects on 200 episodes of the Passion for Dance podcast, sharing key insights and lessons from the four pillars of the show: mindset, motivation, resilience, and community. She emphasizes the need for...
March 6, 2025
199. Inside the Dance Industry: Nia Lonette's Path to Success in LA
In this episode of Passion for Dance, host Dr. Chelsea is joined by professional dancer Nia Lonette. The two dive into Nia's journey from Maryland to becoming an acclaimed dancer in LA, featuring her work with prominent artists and appearances at...
Feb. 27, 2025
198. No Loss, Only Lessons: Redefining Success in Dance
Dr. Chelsea tackles the challenges dancers face during the intense competition season including losing and offers valuable insights into three aspects worse than losing: regret, blame, and lack of improvement. Dr. Chelsea shares personal stories and...
Feb. 20, 2025
197. Empathy and Communication: Leadership Lessons with Jared Redick
In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea speaks with Jared Redick, a third-generation professional ballet dancer and current Dean at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Mr Redick shares his extensive dance journey and...