TED 17 | A Learning Mindset & The Culture of Salsa with Deaglán Gibbons

Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of salsa with Déaglán Gibbons, a fellow Irishman and passionate salsa dancer right here in Bristol. Hear how moving from Ireland to England sparked his love for dance, and how salsa helped him connect with a new community. From casual social dancing to totally hooked, Déaglán's journey is inspiring and full of cultural richness. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, you'll love hearing about his experiences, his dedication to learning, and his respect for the cultural roots of salsa.What to expect in this episode:(00:00) - From Ireland to Bristol.(01:48) - Finding Community through Dance.(05:16) - COVID Times - Turning Isolation into Opportunity.(09:31) - Exploring Salsa's Cultural Roots.(20:35) - Teaching the Next Generation, Transitioning to Instructor.(25:24) - The Evolving Dynamics of Salsa Dance Roles.About Deaglán GibbonsDeaglán is an avid salsa dancer  from Ireland and currently resides in Bristol. His passion for salsa dancing began as a casual interest, which soon transformed into a significant part of his life.  Cultural respect is an important part of Deaglán's approach to salsa, along with a growth mindset and a belief in promoting respect among dancers and the benefits of dancing both roles of leader and follower. About Bobbie Miles:Bobbie Miles is a social dancer and empowerment coach in the salsa, bachata, and kizomba scene. Dancing is a happy place for Bobbie, as it is for so many. In order to foster safer dance spaces for all dancers, Bobbie is on a mission to promote more accountability and responsibility surrounding boundaries, consent and safety within the community through education and conversations that matter. Bobbie is a coach and advocate for speaking up, boundary setting, and promoting respect in the dance scene. Through The Empowered Dancers Podcast, she promotes transparency, understanding, and accountability and as a coach and public speaker, she focuses on  boundary setting and respect in practice, both on and off the dance floor.Resources:Download my 5 Top Tips to boost your confidence on any dance night! https://empowereddancers.com/5tipsPractice saying NO on the dance floor: empowereddancers.com/noConnect with Bobbie MilesFollow me on Instagram @theempowereddancerspodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/theempowereddancerspodcastFind me on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/bobbiemilesbailadoraSubscribe to my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA8pcAq9lXttVf9w9lDb1bQ?sub_confirmation=1