acro

This episode is a continuation of last week's episode on competition etiqueete. I have three guests with me, Melanie Durham, Chris Rutledge, and Ian Howe. Do not miss this episode, so many topics are brought up for dancers, studio owners as well as competition directors. And stay tuned at the end for our competition giveaways!!

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Part 1- This is a topic that has had a lot of comments and conversations to me about. Etiquette at competitions, recitals, or any event is lacking. You may not be familiar with these things and so you do not know what to do, that is why this podcast is so important. It comes down to respect. My monthly expert Melanie and I cover so many areas. This is a two-parter. Next week we will talk about etiquette for dancers, studio owners, and competition owners with 3 other guests. Yes, we are bi-weekly but these two episodes will come out one week after the other.

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Lauralyn is a well-known choreographer and dance instructor. She has over 30 yrs. of experience in all styles of dance and choreography. She has been trained by the very best dance professionals from across the nation. She taught high school dance for 12 yrs. serving as the Dance Department Chair, Dance Company Director, and Drill Team Coach.  Lauralyn’s choreography has won many awards over the years and includes such events as… the annual 4th of July televised “Stadium of Fire” show, the “Miss Rodeo America” Pageant, the 2002 Winter Olympic Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Commercial choreography, Bowl game halftime shows, and many State and National Championship Dance/Drill Team, Studio, and Solo competition. She has experience working with Kenny Ortega (Olympic Winer Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies/High School Musical 3).

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We have Jake Bushman from the podcast Journey with Jake this week. He is a dance dad to his daughter Hailey a competition dancer. Jake discusses what it is like to be an average dad having a dancer and the things he loves about what dance has offered to him and his family.

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Vixy Radar is back! This time she is talking about mental health as a dancer and dance teacher. We talk about the importance of taking care of your mental health. Vixy will talk about her own personal journey with mental health and how mental issues can really affect you as a dancer or teacher.

A dance podcast all about everything dance. Dancers,parents, studio owners, judges all weigh in on their opinions of the dance world.

Melanie our monthly expert is back, and this time will be talking with us about Acro and tumbling in the dance world.

A dance podcast all about everything dance. Dancers,parents, studio owners, judges all weigh in on their opinions of the dance world.

#058 - What happens when a 20-year-old adventure-seeker from Maryland discovers the world of acrobatics? Join us this week as we chat with Tigor Lettsome about his fascinating journey from basketball to acro and the life lessons he's learned along the way. Raised in a diverse family and homeschooled, Tigor's unique background plays a significant role in his indomitable spirit and drive to overcome the challenges he faces in life.

Learn how a friendly bet with his family sparked a dedication to health and fitness that eventually led Tigor to the world of acrobatics. Listen in as he shares his experiences as part of the acro team in college, the performances they put on, and the incredible community they've built together. Discover how Tigor's unwavering discipline and faith have enabled him to push through pain and become a stronger athlete and individual.

As Tigor reflects on his journey so far, he offers up valuable advice for anyone chasing their dreams: don't wait. The conversation touches on the importance of seizing opportunities and embracing challenges as chances for growth. With plans to finish his business major Tigor's story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience. Don't miss this inspiring and motivating episode with Tigor Lettsome!

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Jason Nemer is an acrobat, author, and the co-founder of acroyoga. 

His book Move, Connect, Play: The Art and Science of AcroYoga details the core principles of AcroYoga, a practice that melds circus arts with the healing power of massage and the breathwork of yoga. Jason’s passion for partner acrobatics began at just 12 years old, and he went on to win silver and bronze medals at the World Championships and performed at the Olympic Games. After discovering yoga, Eastern philosophy, and Thai massage, he began fusing the key elements that would soon become the global practice of AcroYoga. Jason has dedicated his life to AcroYoga and travels the world to study, teach, and unite communities. His motivation is rooted in the belief that AcroYoga can empower all people through fun and connection. To pre-order a copy of Move, Connect, Play: The Art and Science of AcroYoga, click here.

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Topics Explored: 

24:33 - What is AcroYoga?

• How AcroYoga helps us live a more vibrant life in connection with ourselves and other humans 
• The differences between AcroYoga and aerial yoga
• Hallie’s introduction to AcroYoga and how she found her community in New York City

44:20 - Partner acrobatics, yoga, and the birth of AcroYoga as a practice

• The coding of our DNA to encourage trust and playfulness 
• How having his home stolen taught Jason to trust the universe 

70:19 - The AcroYoga culture of acceptance and embracing people as human

1:18:46 - Jason’s experiences teaching AcroYoga in a refugee camp

• Learning to embrace joy
• How can we maintain an openness to being wrong about everything? 
• The angels we meet on our path who change our lives

1:28:08 - Jason’s book Move, Connect, Play and his dream of building a fixed community 

• How Jason tried to create a book that would hold something of value for everyone

1:40:28 - Hallie and her partner Judd’s experiences being coached by Jason as a couple

• How partner work can help us go beyond the physical to deepen trust, communication, and self-talk in our relationships
• AcroYoga as a portal for healing in relationships
• Learning to be more present with each other

1:53:54 - Communication and boundaries 

2:02:35 - Jason’s experience doing AcroYoga with a paraplegic man with extra abilities 

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Move, Connect, Play: The Art and Science of AcroYoga by Jason Nemer

Website | AcroYoga.org

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It wasn't easy growing up as a young man with gymnastics as your chosen sport of excellence. But Ryan Stephenson, Muskoka Woods alumni come Cirque du Soleil Acrobatic Artist points to his time on staff as a big impact on his confidence, discipline and will to be successful. Ryan also choreographed the hugely popular Opening Day show from the summer of 2018 which has drawn tens of thousands of views online. 

Guests - Drew Burgess, Marissa Anderson

Hosted by - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

In Episode 17 of Making the Impact, Courtney and Lesley are joined by some of the best acro teachers in the biz, Drew Burgess and Marissa Anderson, to talk all things acro!

Topics Include:

• Best practices for safe acro skills
• Incorporating acro into dance routines at competition
• Translating acro training into a professional career
  
  

The blog that inspired this episode was released in March 2018 and it’s called “Reaching New Heights - Acro at Competition”. Read now!

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Ilyan Keyes was a competitive Gymnast working her way to the top level of Australian Trampolining when intensive training and total burnout led to her entirely quitting the sport she once loved at 16. Since then she has re found the joy in acrobatics and now owns and coaches at an acrobatic company-Acropals, that works with a lot of dancers to increase their acrobatic skill. 

In the February Edition of Q&A With Courtney, she answers your questions about the competitive dance world.

Topics include:

• Judging expectations
• Competing an Acro solo
• Transitioning to a higher level
• Finding your performance in contemporary

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Thinking of starting an Acro Dance program at your studio, but aren’t sure where to begin? 

In this episode, Melissa Klassen shares: 

1. What acro dance is and how it differs from gymnastics
2. How to know if acro is right for your studio
3. How to find and retain good acro teachers
4. How to ensure your students' safety 
5. How to make sure your acro program is profitable

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I hate tricks, do I have to add Acro to my programming? In this episode, Mandy Yip shares great tips on how to navigate this common challenge for dance studios who see tricks at competition and at events. Mandy manages the staff and delivery of all training programs, and the Acrobatic Arts syllabus in over 4500 dance studios in USA, Canada, UK, Australia and over 25 other countries. She heads the Acrobatic Arts examination program, and trains and certifies adjudicators to administer exams in studios around the world.

Berkley Staite is a lot of things: he's a game designer, an acro yoga enthusiast, the longtime host of "Sex +" on CFCR, and a karaoke superstar. We sort of scratch the surface on these and other pursuits, all while a mystery friend of ours loads us with multiple rounds of Burt Reynolds shooters. You can hear me get drunker. Listen for it. You can also hear "Sex +" on iTunes (and everywhere that you get podcasts) and follow Berkley on Twitter as @berv_ . 

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