Dance Talks

SATs, GCSEs, A-Levels… it’s that time where everything starts to feel a little overwhelming 😅In this episode of Dance Talks, we’re diving into a topic so many dancers (and parents!) struggle with — whether to pause extracurricular activities during exam season.We’re talking about why keeping up with dance (and other activities) can actually help, not hinder, academic performance. From stress relief and routine to mental wellbeing and balance, we break down why stepping away from what you love might not be the answer 💭If you’re feeling the pressure to “drop everything and revise,” this episode is your reminder that balance is powerful — and that dance might just be the thing that keeps you grounded 🩰💫

After a short break, we’re finally back behind the mic 🎙️. Life threw us something unexpected as we navigated the loss of a loved one, and taking time away was something we truly needed 🤍.In this episode, we open up about that experience and what it’s like to return to dance after a setback — emotionally, mentally, and physically. Whether you’ve taken time off due to grief, injury, or just life getting in the way, this conversation is for you 💭.We’re talking resilience, rebuilding confidence, and finding your way back to what you love — one step at a time 💃✨

In this episode, Michelle and Laura sit down with the incredible Cheeks Carr, owner and founder of Manchester’s leading dance studio, 0161 Studio. 💃Cheeks shares her inspiring journey from being a passionate dancer to building a thriving studio and community — one that’s empowering young dancers and changing the game in Manchester’s dance scene. We dive into her transition from performer to business owner, hear her advice for aspiring dancers, and learn how she’s creating a movement bigger than dance itself.✨ Cheeks is currently fundraising to take 17 dancers to LA for the experience of a lifetime — you can support their dream here: https://gofund.me/82f96c76c

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a dance school show? In this episode, Laura and Michelle pull back the curtain on the months of planning, creativity and hard work that goes into bringing a dance school show to life.