TED 19 | She Says Selfish, I Say Inspired: A Conversation With Rasa

Join us for a conversation with the incredible Rasa Pauzaite, a professional salsa and bachata dancer, teacher, and performer! With so many years of experience under her belt, Rasa has so much to share with dancers, she is a treasure trove of knowledge! Rasa the Dancer is a favourite at dance events in the UK and beyond, bringing joy and expertise to every class.In this episode, we explore the importance of respecting dance levels and boundaries in classes, while also being open to new experiences and trying different styles to keep the joy alive. Rasa also shares her experience of teaching at festivals and the skill of adapting to the group and providing appropriate guidance to benefit students.What to expect in this episode:(01:00) - The start dancing for Rasa(02:15) - Rasa’s online Dance space + being authentic(07:12) - What is okay to ask in a lesson?(12:52) - Rasa’s favourite classes to teach at a festival(14:52) - The Cuban Fury movie experience!(16:55) - Rasa’s Mission in salsa and bachata (24:07) - Kizomba - the joy of being a beginner again! About Rasa PauzaiteRasa Pauzaite is a dynamic figure in the dance community, renowned for her expertise and fire in salsa and bachata. As a professional dancer, teacher, and performer, she brings passion and energy to every aspect of her work. Rasa is also a wonderful YouTube personality, hosting the popular channel "Dance with Rasa," where she shares educational dance content and tutorials with her followers. Her website, dancewithrasa.com, is a rich resource for dancers seeking to improve their skills and stay motivated right from their own home.Connect with Rasa PauzaiteWebsite:  https://www.dancewithrasa.com/Website: www.dancewithrasa.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DancewithRasa/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasapauzaite/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanceWithRasaAbout 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