Quiz: What Should I Focus on to Help My Dancers Right Now?

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Quiz Questions

1.
What does practice feel like lately?
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- A.
  The dancers are motivated and trying, but their confidence is deflated. They can't push through.
- B.
  I feel like the only one who's motivated right now!
- C.
  It feels like a hamster wheel, I need a dose of inspiration.
- D.
  I'm feeling good but my dancers need a reset.
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What do you struggle with most when you think about coaching?
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- A.
  Knowing what to say to inspire my dancers.
- B.
  Keeping them motivated!
- C.
  Helping them be more confident and believe in themselves!
- D.
  I struggle with my own burnout and mindset, it's just all too much sometimes.
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What do you think is your team's biggest challenge right now?
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- A.
  A bit of lost hope. They are tired and not feeling the fire and drive like they used to. They need a dose of motivation!
- B.
  A complete lack of confidence. I know how talented they are, but they don't seem to see it in themselves.
- C.
  My team is doing great, but I don't know where to find my own fire anymore. I need some inspiration!
- D.
  They are a bit of a mess... they're stressed, leadership is falling short, and they aren't taking accountability for their own actions.
4.
What do you consider to be your strength as a coach? And what needs more help?
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  I know how to motivate and inspire, but I'm just not getting through lately. They need to hear from someone else.
- B.
  I'm always the positive one, but lately, I struggle to find the good and keep the energy up at practice.
- C.
  I am the task master, we always know where to focus our energy and get the job done, but they aren't matching my level of motivation.
5.
In your gut, what do you feel like your dancers need most right now?
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  Confidence and a more positive competition mindset
- B.
  Motivation after a disappointing competition
- C.
  They need a little tough love and motivation to focus on the process, not the outcome.
- D.
  Growth mindset, they are stuck in the comparison trap or give up easily when they don't get it fast enough.
- E.
  Truthfully, they are ok, but I need help with team building, leadership, and just a dose of inspiration to keep fighting this season!

Quiz Outcomes

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You should focus on... Motivation
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"My dancers are having a hard time staying motivated."Staying motivated through our long season is always a challenge.If your dancers are struggling to stay strong and keep up the hard work, you are not alone! Dance team is essentially a year-round schedule, so no matter what month it is, finding the drive can be a big challenge.We go all year long... no wonder your dancers are losing motivation!Especially if you're a competitive dance team, motivation will naturally waver after a tough performance. It can be hard to know how to motivate our dancers after a disappointing outcome, and it can even be challenging to get them motivated if they were successful and then started slacking off. When your dancers lose motivation, it’s easy to believe you’re not doing enough as a coach.But the truth is you're probably doing everything you can to inspire and motivate your dancers. It's ok if you need a new spark of motivation! We all know, sometimes dancers just need to hear from someone who isn't their coach.That's where the Passion for Dance Podcast comes in to help. With 5 podcast episodes selected just for you, these episodes should provide the spark of motivation you and your dancers need right now.Podcast Episodes to Spark MotivationNote: links are for Apple Podcasts but they are available wherever you get your podcasts! Just search for these episode numbers on your favorite platform and dive in!3. Six Steps for Dealing with Sizable Disappointment 30. How to T.A.R.G.E.T. Your Dancers’ Motivation51. Hard-Working Dancers Have Teachers Who Do These 3 Things54. How to Stay Motivated After Competitive Success60. Do You Know How to Give Tough Love Without Hurting Your Dancers?Get to know Dr. ChelseaHi, I'm Dr. Chelsea and I help dance teachers learn the tools of sport psychology to help their dancers thrive.As a former professional ballet dancer, and champion dance team coach, I know better than anyone that teaching dance is more than yelling “point your toes,” every 2 seconds and telling them to “pull up!” and “smile!” For 15 years I have used my experience as a professional dancer and coach, along with my Ph.D. in Sport Psychology to help dance teachers make a bigger impact in the lives of their dancers. You may only have them in your class for a few hours a week, but you have the power to teach dancers about resilience, growth mindset, passion, and perseverance. What I believe:Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem.We can learn the same incredible life lessons through dance without negativity. We can teach our young dancers skills like confidence, resilience, and self-control through the tools of sport psychology.First, I value community. We can’t and shouldn’t go it alone, and I focus on support over competition. Second, I value personal growth. All of the dance educators I work with seem to agree with my value of learning. There’s always more, we’re all a beautiful work in progress. I believe in integrity, where I give the best I can in the moment and strive to show up as my best self, whatever that looks like that day. Next, I value confidence. I want to help all of us step into our strengths as coaches, knowing we can help our dancers do the same. And finally, I believe in impact. We are all doing this work for the impact we can make on the dancers we care about. We are here for more than just dance. The Passion for Dance Podcast...Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.Welcome to a Passion for Dance Podcast where your host Dr. Chelsea will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week you will hear tips and strategies around topics like confidence, growth mindset, resilience, motivation, and happiness… all the tools that help you thrive and become the best version of yourself (on and off the dance floor!) Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. The show must go on no matter what right? But what if there were another way? Being a dancer teaches us important life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to be broken in order to build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem. Listen in to the Passion for Dance Podcast to learn more!
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You should focus on... Coach Inspiration
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"My dancers are doing ok this season, but I'm feeling burned out and overwhelmed. How do I keep going?"Many of us coach on an "island" where it's just us and our dancers and it can be so isolating.We often feel overwhelmed with all the decisions and the grueling schedule. It's hard to know what to do next and where we should focus our energy, You don't have to coach alone!Instead, building a sense of community can help even the most motivated coaches stay the course and keep their passion for dance alive.When you lose your own passion, it’s easy to believe you’re not doing enough or that maybe something is wrong with you.But the truth is you're probably doing everything you can to stay fired up and help your dancers. It's ok if you need a new spark of inspiration just for you! That's where the Passion for Dance Podcast comes in to help. With 5 podcast episodes selected just for you, these episodes should provide the spark of inspiration you need right now.Podcast Episodes to Spark InspirationNote: links are for Apple Podcasts but they are available wherever you get your podcasts! Just search for these episode numbers on your favorite platform and dive in!47. Coaching and Mentoring for Professional Dance Teams featuring Cultivate Code49. LSU Tiger Girls: The Coach’s Story55. Coaching Advice Inspired By My Darkest Moments61. The Positive Coaching Framework65. Team Building with Champion All-Star Coach Stephanie WestbrookGet to know Dr. ChelseaHi, I'm Dr. Chelsea and I help dance teachers learn the tools of sport psychology to help their dancers thrive.As a former professional ballet dancer, and champion dance team coach, I know better than anyone that teaching dance is more than yelling “point your toes,” every 2 seconds and telling them to “pull up!” and “smile!” For 15 years I have used my experience as a professional dancer and coach, along with my Ph.D. in Sport Psychology to help dance teachers make a bigger impact in the lives of their dancers. You may only have them in your class for a few hours a week, but you have the power to teach dancers about resilience, growth mindset, passion, and perseverance. What I believe:Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem.We can learn the same incredible life lessons through dance without negativity. We can teach our young dancers skills like confidence, resilience, and self-control through the tools of sport psychology.First, I value community. We can’t and shouldn’t go it alone, and I focus on support over competition. Second, I value personal growth. All of the dance educators I work with seem to agree with my value of learning. There’s always more, we’re all a beautiful work in progress. I believe in integrity, where I give the best I can in the moment and strive to show up as my best self, whatever that looks like that day. Next, I value confidence. I want to help all of us step into our strengths as coaches, knowing we can help our dancers do the same. And finally, I believe in impact. We are all doing this work for the impact we can make on the dancers we care about. We are here for more than just dance. The Passion for Dance Podcast...Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.Welcome to a Passion for Dance Podcast where your host Dr. Chelsea will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week you will hear tips and strategies around topics like confidence, growth mindset, resilience, motivation, and happiness… all the tools that help you thrive and become the best version of yourself (on and off the dance floor!) Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. The show must go on no matter what right? But what if there were another way? Being a dancer teaches us important life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to be broken in order to build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem. Listen in to the Passion for Dance Podcast to learn more!
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You should focus on...Dancer Inspiration
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"I feel like a broken record, my dancers need to hear from someone else!"Many of us feel like we are saying the same things over and over again until we're blue in the face, and somehow it doesn't feel like enough.We want dancers who take accountability for their actions.We want dancers who can manage their stress and not collapse as the season hits up. Maybe you wish your leaders would step up, or your dancers need a shift in their own mindset.If any of those resonate with you, you are not alone, Coach!When your dancers are feeling stuck or losing their motivation, it’s easy to believe you’re not doing enough or that maybe something is wrong with you.But the truth is you're probably doing everything you can to stay fired up and help your dancers. It's ok if your dancers need a spark of inspiration that comes from someone else! That's where the Passion for Dance Podcast comes in to help. With 5 podcast episodes selected just for your dancers, these episodes should provide the spark of inspiration you need right now.Podcast Episodes to Spark InspirationNote: links are for Apple Podcasts but they are available wherever you get your podcasts! Just search for these episode numbers on your favorite platform and dive in!18. Want Stronger Dancers? Change Their Mindset36. The Upside of a Dancer’s Stress37. Why Don't Some Dancers Take Accountability for Their Bad Choices 45. 5 Mindset Lessons from Dance Team Nationals56. 3 Key Qualities of an Effective Dance Team CaptainGet to know Dr. ChelseaHi, I'm Dr. Chelsea and I help dance teachers learn the tools of sport psychology to help their dancers thrive.As a former professional ballet dancer, and champion dance team coach, I know better than anyone that teaching dance is more than yelling “point your toes,” every 2 seconds and telling them to “pull up!” and “smile!” For 15 years I have used my experience as a professional dancer and coach, along with my Ph.D. in Sport Psychology to help dance teachers make a bigger impact in the lives of their dancers. You may only have them in your class for a few hours a week, but you have the power to teach dancers about resilience, growth mindset, passion, and perseverance. What I believe:Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem.We can learn the same incredible life lessons through dance without negativity. We can teach our young dancers skills like confidence, resilience, and self-control through the tools of sport psychology.First, I value community. We can’t and shouldn’t go it alone, and I focus on support over competition. Second, I value personal growth. All of the dance educators I work with seem to agree with my value of learning. There’s always more, we’re all a beautiful work in progress. I believe in integrity, where I give the best I can in the moment and strive to show up as my best self, whatever that looks like that day. Next, I value confidence. I want to help all of us step into our strengths as coaches, knowing we can help our dancers do the same. And finally, I believe in impact. We are all doing this work for the impact we can make on the dancers we care about. We are here for more than just dance. The Passion for Dance Podcast...Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.Welcome to a Passion for Dance Podcast where your host Dr. Chelsea will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week you will hear tips and strategies around topics like confidence, growth mindset, resilience, motivation, and happiness… all the tools that help you thrive and become the best version of yourself (on and off the dance floor!) Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. The show must go on no matter what right? But what if there were another way? Being a dancer teaches us important life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to be broken in order to build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem. Listen in to the Passion for Dance Podcast to learn more!
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You should focus on... Mindset
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"I've tried to tell them I believe in them, by my dancers' have such shaky confidence!"Many of us believe in our dancers' abilities more than they believe in themselves.They practice so hard but get in their own head at a competition.We want dancers who have the mental toughness to get keep pushing through a challenge like new choreography, a hard technical skill, or after receiving some hard-to-hear feedback. Most dance teachers wish their dancers had more confidence.So if your dancers need to find a new level of confidence, you are not alone, Coach!When your dancers lack confidence, it’s easy to believe you’re not doing enough to support them.But the truth is you're probably doing everything you can to help your dancers find their inner strength. It's ok if you need a new approach to help them find their confidence! That's where the Passion for Dance Podcast comes in to help. With 5 podcast episodes selected just for your dancers, these episodes should provide the spark of confidence your dancers need right now.Podcast Episodes to Spark InspirationNote: links are for Apple Podcasts but they are available wherever you get your podcasts! Just search for these episode numbers on your favorite platform and dive in!9. 5 Specific Strategies to Boost Your Confidence as a Dancer19. Mental Toughness, Success, and Confidence with Kelsey Nelson34. How to Start Journaling with Your Dancers40. How to Encourage Mental Toughness in our Dancers with Chelsie Hightower41. Developing a Pre-Performance Routine for ConfidenceGet to know Dr. ChelseaHi, I'm Dr. Chelsea and I help dance teachers learn the tools of sport psychology to help their dancers thrive.As a former professional ballet dancer, and champion dance team coach, I know better than anyone that teaching dance is more than yelling “point your toes,” every 2 seconds and telling them to “pull up!” and “smile!” For 15 years I have used my experience as a professional dancer and coach, along with my Ph.D. in Sport Psychology to help dance teachers make a bigger impact in the lives of their dancers. You may only have them in your class for a few hours a week, but you have the power to teach dancers about resilience, growth mindset, passion, and perseverance. What I believe:Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem.We can learn the same incredible life lessons through dance without negativity. We can teach our young dancers skills like confidence, resilience, and self-control through the tools of sport psychology.First, I value community. We can’t and shouldn’t go it alone, and I focus on support over competition. Second, I value personal growth. All of the dance educators I work with seem to agree with my value of learning. There’s always more, we’re all a beautiful work in progress. I believe in integrity, where I give the best I can in the moment and strive to show up as my best self, whatever that looks like that day. Next, I value confidence. I want to help all of us step into our strengths as coaches, knowing we can help our dancers do the same. And finally, I believe in impact. We are all doing this work for the impact we can make on the dancers we care about. We are here for more than just dance. The Passion for Dance Podcast...Ever wish you had someone to help you with the mental aspects of dance? That's exactly what you get when you tune in to the Passion for Dance podcast... a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry.Welcome to a Passion for Dance Podcast where your host Dr. Chelsea will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week you will hear tips and strategies around topics like confidence, growth mindset, resilience, motivation, and happiness… all the tools that help you thrive and become the best version of yourself (on and off the dance floor!) Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. The show must go on no matter what right? But what if there were another way? Being a dancer teaches us important life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to be broken in order to build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us about self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying a dancer’s self-esteem. Listen in to the Passion for Dance Podcast to learn more!

Quiz: What Should I Focus on to Help My Dancers Right Now?

Being a dance coach can seem daunting, but it’s easier when you know what to focus on. Take the quiz to pinpoint the areas where you could use a little clarity and leave with a curated podcast list so you know exactly where to focus your valuable time!

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