by Kate | Jul 31, 2025 | Dance Psychology, women in business
For 23 years, I owned and directed Dance Dynamics Byron Bay, growing it into a thriving dance school of more than 300 students. Through those years, I learned that running a service-based business is as much about people management and boundary-setting as it is about...
by Kate | Jul 30, 2025 | Dance Journey, Dance Psychology, women in business
From Young Dancer to Global Mentor In the world of dance, few names carry the legacy, influence, and innovation of Marie Walton-Mahon. With over 50 years of experience as a dancer, educator, and mentor, Marie’s journey reflects the beauty and the challenges of...
by Kate | Jul 30, 2025 | Dance Journey, Dance Psychology
Reflections on Toxic Dance Culture Content Warning: This article discusses childhood experiences of being hit in a ballet class. I was six years old the first time I was hit in a ballet class.It wasn’t a slap you’d see in a movie—quick, dramatic, and loud. It was...
by Kate | Jul 30, 2025 | Dance Teaching, Dance Techniques
How to Build Safer, More Empowering Studios Dance education is evolving—and today, it’s no longer enough to focus solely on technique and performance. Trauma-informed dance teaching and clear consent practices are becoming essential for building studios where dancers...
by Kate | Jul 30, 2025 | Dance Psychology
Mindset in Dance: It’s More Than Positive Thinking When people talk about “mindset,” they often think it’s all about staying positive or visualizing success. But in the real world of dance — whether you’re a performer, teacher, or parent — mindset is also about...
