04 - How to Use Imagery to Improve Student Understanding

In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) teaching tools: imagery and intentional cueing.Have you ever sat in a class where the instructions felt vague or confusing? As teachers, it’s easy to assume we’re being clear—but are our students truly understanding what we’re asking of them? Today, we explore how refining your cues can transform not only student comprehension, but also your efficiency and impact as an instructor. I’ll share my own journey from early group fitness and personal training through formal dance education, and how that shaped my approach to cueing with more clarity and intention.Then, we break it down into practical steps you can start using immediately:How to identify what actually needs correctionHow to determine the type of feedback you’re giving (physical, artistic, or quality-based)And how to choose the right cueing strategy for each situationYou’ll learn a simple formula for physical cues that creates instant clarity, how to use imagery and storytelling to spark emotional connection, and how expanding your action vocabulary can completely change the way your students move.Link to Resilient Dance Teacher Reboot: www.theresilientdanceteacher.com/reboot