The Dance Parent Podcast
Kids & Family Podcasts
The Dance Parent Podcast is designed to help parents of dancers better understand and navigate the dance world in order to help their student fulfill their individual and unique goals. In each episode, Jake & Jana Pfarr tackle a different topic and offer insights for parents of new or seasoned dancers alike. You'll gain a fresh view and understanding of a variety of topics that will help you and your dancer on their dance journey!
Location:
United States
Genres:
Kids & Family Podcasts
Description:
The Dance Parent Podcast is designed to help parents of dancers better understand and navigate the dance world in order to help their student fulfill their individual and unique goals. In each episode, Jake & Jana Pfarr tackle a different topic and offer insights for parents of new or seasoned dancers alike. You'll gain a fresh view and understanding of a variety of topics that will help you and your dancer on their dance journey!
Language:
English
Episodes
Dancing In College with Special Guest Madi Hicks
3/21/2024
Is your dancer considering dancing in college? In this episode, Jana and Madi discuss how early that process should start and everything that parents need to know to help their dancer transition into dancing at the college level.
Duration:00:30:20
Dancing Outside of Your Comfort Zone
2/28/2024
In this episode, Jake and Jana dive into some post YAGP thoughts and just how valuable it is for dancers to embrace and take on opportunities to dance outside of their comfort zone.
Duration:00:22:40
Being a Mindful Dance Parent with Guest, Dr. Chelsea Pierotti
2/22/2024
In this episode, Jana interviews Dr. Chelsea Pierotti, a former professional ballet dancer and dance coach with a PhD in sport psychology about the importance of being a mindful dance parent and how to best support the psychological development of your dancer.
https://www.chelseapierotti.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/passion-for-dance/id1554202141
Duration:00:29:52
How To Support Your Dance Teachers
9/1/2023
In this episode, Jake & Jana share some tips on creating a wonderful studio environment by supporting your student's dance teachers.
Duration:00:29:16
Finding Balance In A New Season
8/24/2023
In this episode, Jake and Jana discuss the importance of finding the balance between keeping a dancer challenged and growing but not pushing them to the point of exhaustion and burn out.
Duration:00:18:50
Life As A Dancer On Broadway With Richard Yoder
7/28/2023
In this episode, Jake interviews good friend and current dancer and performer on Broadway, Richard Yoder, on what life is like as a professional dancer on Broadway and the steps he credits to getting him to where he is today.
Duration:00:51:03
A Day In The Life Of A Ballet Dancer With Special Guest, Olivia Gorgas
7/13/2023
In this episode, Jana chats with former student and current professional ballet dancer, Olivia Gorgas. Olivia shares what her typical schedule looks like and all sorts of advice for dancers hoping to enter the professional ballet world!
Duration:00:31:49
Summer Training Opportunities
6/15/2023
In this episode, Jake and Jana talk about how important summer training can be and how to squeeze the most out of it!
Duration:00:26:40
Injury Prevention & Safe Stretching with Special Guest Kendall Baab
5/18/2023
In this week’s episode, we interview Kendall Baab of Body Kinnect about injury prevention and safe stretching practices to keep our dancers healthy, growing, and doing what they love to their fullest!
Duration:00:38:48
Lauren Ritchie’s 5 Thoughts for Dancers
5/11/2023
This episode explores and unpacks points from Dance Mental Performance Educator, Lauren Ritchie, ranging from “rehearse from respect, not fear” to "you matter".
Duration:00:23:20
Maximizing Your Dancer's Growth After Convention
5/4/2023
In previous episodes, we have focused on the preparation for dance conventions but the follow up, reflection, and discussions afterward can be just as important! In this week’s episode we talk about keeping it positive, kind and growth centered!
Duration:00:21:16
Random Thoughts With Jake & Jana
4/27/2023
This episode covers everything from the best way to navigate conversations with your dancer after a “hard day”, to class attendance, and finding a teacher that is a great fit for your dancer!
Duration:00:18:31
Protecting Your Dancer’s Physical Health 101
4/20/2023
This weeks episode dives into the importance of quality nutrition, rest, conditioning, and more for your dancer’s best physical health.
Duration:00:30:04
Balancing Finances & Time With Your Dancer’s Training
4/13/2023
Finding a balance of resources can be difficult for any family with a serious dancer wanting the best training. In this episode, Jake and Jana, answer several parent questions on the topic and expand on their best suggestions to finding an appropriate balance for your dancer!
Duration:00:26:07
How To Support Your Dancer’s Goals
4/6/2023
In this week’s episode, we dive into how all parents can help their dancers to achieve their goals regardless of the parent’s previous dance knowledge. We discuss how to find baby steps to the big goal whether that is a professional career, college dance programs, summer intensives, or even auditioning for the dance company for the first time!
Duration:00:21:11
The Importance of Being A Well Rounded Dancer
3/30/2023
In this week’s episode, Jake and Jana discuss the value of versatility in dance training. They share their view on how important a well rounded dance education and exposure to various different styles is for all dancers.
Duration:00:24:25
Let's Talk About Solos
3/23/2023
In this week's episode, Jake & Jana talk all about competition solos and approaching solo preparation as a tool for the dancer's overall growth and development.
Duration:00:16:27
Life Lessons Learned At NYCDA
3/16/2023
This week Jake and Jana share some of their favorite words of wisdom from NYCDA Founder & Executive Director, Joe Lanteri, and how these life lessons go far beyond dance training alone.
Duration:00:21:52
4 Ways To Help Your Dancer Have An Incredible Convention/Competition Weekend
3/9/2023
In this episode, Jake and Jana explore four of the most effective ways that parents can set their dancer up for success before, during, and after a convention weekend.
Duration:00:23:04
Perspective From Current Juilliard Dance Student & TA Alum, Griffin Massey
3/2/2023
In this episode, Griffin Massey shares his views on competition dance, the wonderful life lessons that can come from dance training, and what he has found to be the most valuable element in helping him to achieve his dreams.
Duration:00:21:32