by Rachel Marchica | Dec 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
“I think that Gyrotonic ® and Gyrokinesis ® really appeals to dancers because it utilizes the body in a similar way that dance does. So it allows the body to move fluidity through all ranges and directions in non-linear patters.” In this episode we speak with...
by Rachel Marchica | Dec 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
“Your dance career depends on your kindness with yourself.” In this episode we speak with Thomas Vacanti. We discuss the principles of the SAFE BARRE ® technique, finding a cross training routine that connects to our dance practice, carving out time for rest, finding...
by Rachel Marchica | Sep 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
“You learn to recognize patterns and habits that are interfering with your ability to move and think.” In this episode we speak with Shannon Lee Jones. We speak about the importance of staying present and slowing down, techniques to calm the nervous system...
by Rachel Marchica | Jul 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
“What can I do to make sure I feel good, and I feel nourished, and I feel strong?” In this episode we speak with holistic health coach Becca Scott. We discuss what it means to look at your life from a holistic viewpoint, focusing on how one feels instead of...
by Rachel Marchica | Jul 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
“I can be a human who dances and not just a dancer who happens to be a human” In this episode we speak with Daisy Kate Jacobson. We discuss her journey from dancing at Juilliard to a professional career in dance, the importance of listening to our bodies, navigating...
by Rachel Marchica | Apr 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
“I want each kid to leave the workshops feelings invincible and amazing” In this episode we speak Boston-based dance and fitness instructor, Taylor Cocco. We discuss the importance of creating a safe space within the classroom, helping students to navigate the...
by Rachel Marchica | Mar 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
“It’s about learning how to improve our function which has to do with how to function as a whole person.”In this episode we speak with Fritha Pengelly. We discuses what the Feldenkrais method is, the various ways in which it can be beneficial for dancers,...
by Rachel Marchica | Mar 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
“Like a musician understands the importance of silence, a dancer must understand the importance of stillness, and yoga can open us up to that aspect of dance.” In this episode we speak with Tai Jimenez. We discuss the benefits of yoga for dancers, beginning a...
by Rachel Marchica | Feb 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
“The pursuit of being anti-racist is a living state of being.”In this episode we speak with Dominque Dempsey. We discuss dance as a means of cross-cultural communications, embodied knowledge, and a soft-power. We also speak about ways to create a level playing field...
by Rachel Marchica | Feb 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
“Life is about staying in the flow, regardless of how the wave comes and hits you.” In this episode we speak with Gianni Di Marco. We discuses his experience teaching adaptive dance to children with down syndrome and autism, challenging and rewarding aspects when...
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