This Is What Happens to Your Mind When You Dance

In this episode, today’s guest is Katie Geddes, Founder and Director of The Dance Studio Leeds, one of the city’s most inclusive and vibrant creative wellbeing hubs.Katie is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer based in Leeds, and the owner of The Dance Studio Leeds Ltd. Since opening the studio in 2009, she has built a thriving community focused on dance for body, mind and connection, offering adult dance classes, team building, choreography, events, wedding dance lessons, studio hire and workplace wellbeing programmes.Katie is deeply passionate about making dance accessible to everyone, regardless of age, experience or confidence. Her mission is to empower people through movement, helping them improve mental health, build confidence, reduce stress and reconnect with joy through dance.In this episode, we explore:How Katie built The Dance Studio Leeds from a single idea into a multi-studio businessWhy dance is such a powerful tool for mental health and emotional regulationHow movement and music reduce anxiety and boost confidenceThe science behind dance, dopamine and stress reliefWhy businesses are using dance for team building and workplace wellbeingHow dance helps hybrid and remote teams reconnectCreating inclusive dance spaces for all ages and abilitiesUsing dance to improve creativity, problem solving and communicationKatie’s personal journey with anxiety and how dance helped rebuild confidenceWhy it is never too late to start dancingHow small “exercise snacks” like lunchtime boogies improve daily wellbeingThe role of dance in memory, mood and nervous system regulationWhy shared experiences create stronger teams and lasting memoriesThis conversation is an inspiring reminder that dance is not about being perfect. It is about connection, confidence, joy and feeling good in your body.Guest Contact DetailsWebsite: thedancestudioleeds.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiegeddes1/Instagram (Studio): dance_studio_leedsInstagram (Personal): katiegeddesdanceYouTube & Instagram: Lunchtime Boogies (free movement videos)Katie also offers a free downloadable PDF with simple tips for anyone nervous about dancing or wanting to build confidence on the dance floor.If you enjoyed this episode, please like, comment, and share it with someone who could benefit from movement, wellbeing and a little more joy in their life.Your support helps the podcast reach more people and keeps these conversations going.