We’ve been told time and time again that nutrition plays just as vital a role as training in performance for any sport. But with dancers’ schedules and competition weekends as taxing and limited for time as they are, dance parents are often left stuffing some crackers into their kids before and after they go on and praying they'll eat when the day slows down. To help us understand what we should prioritize in nutrition for our dancers and help us understand when, how, what and why our dancers should eat before and after dancing, we are bringing on a new guest to the pod, Bella Platevoet. A former dancer, a dance consultant, a certified personal trainer and the owner/founder of the dance consulting agency, BluPrnt Dance Consulting, Bella is here to help shed some light on dancer nutrition for us. Welcome Bella and Welcome you all to Two Dance Moms Podcast!

LINKS FOR BELLA

https://www.bluprntdanceconsulting.com/

Training@bluprntdanceconsulting.com

(586) 255-1247

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Why is dance so expensive?! Competition season bills are hitting their high as the season starts, but we can't always pinpoint why it's so costly! In this episode we discuss our own experiences paying for competition dance, how studios bill, what competitions charge and why. Our good friend Chris Suchan from Plantinim Dance also joins in on the conversation to share his professional voice on things competitions and conventions need to pay for that contribute to our costs. You won't want to miss this!

CHRIS SUCHAN LINKS

Platinum National Dance Competition

The Great Dance Debate Podcast

Chris Suchan Instagram




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Feelings of Favoritism & Jealousy can pop up in the dance studio and the competition stage. In this special Season 3 Encore Episode we interview Melissa McDaniel for her perspective as a studio director and choreographer.

LINKS FOR MELISSA

Turning Point Dance Creations

Youtube Podcast: Beyond the Steps

Contact Melissa at TPDC

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The competition Season is coming SOON! We wanted to help get everyone ready by posting this special ENCORE EPISODE with Jason Pickett from Season 3. Jason is a nationally recognized dance educator, choreographer, and adjudicator. In this episode he breaks down Scores, Judging, and Awards from a Judges perspective! Check the links below for more on Jason Pickett!

LINKS FOR JASON

Website for Training, Critiques, and More! https://nsadance.com

Instagram @heyitspickett

No Starving Artist Podcast

Reinforce Dance Experience Convention

EPISODES MENTIONED

S2. Ep. 35 - Dance Comp 101: A Parents Guide to Call Times, Level, Divisions, Awards, and More!

S2. Ep. 41- Hey It's Pickett! - Interview

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All dancers deal with disappointment from time to time. And that means that we dance parents are also dealing with it! In this conversation we get to interview Dr Chelsea Pierotti to learn about all the tips and tricks parents can use to help their child through these uncomfortable and trying times. Dr Chelsea Pierotti was a former professional dancer and dance team coach, and currently works as a podcast host, Mental Performance Coach, and Teaching Associate Professor for the University of Colorado, Boulder.

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Passion For Dance Podcast

www.chelseapierotti.com

instagram @dr.chelsea.pierotti

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Scores are a big part of competition dance, but should your dancer even see them? In this episode we discuss the Perks & Pitfalls that go along with your child seeing their scores from competition dances.

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This bonus episode is a fun, rapid fire, get to know you, Q&A with Amira and Cayse! Enjoy!

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Costume season is upon us and that means we parents are trying to sort out what our child will be wearing under that awesome outfit. We want our child to feel comfortable and protected and stage and using the perfect undergarment will get them there. In this episode we discuss items we've used & loved and others we've heard about. Listen and start prepping your shopping list!

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TRENDS! 2024-2025 Competition Dance Season Trends

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