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The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast

by Georgia Dostal

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Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life.

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  1. 182. From Hawaii to Broadway — Miss A and the Sugano System!

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  2. 181. Life Updates, Studio Growth, Social Media Mistakes & My Love of Writing!

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  3. 180. From Studio Owner to The Royal Ballet School with Sarah Daultry

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  4. 179. Ballet is Ballet. Stop Obsessing Over The Syllabus!

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  5. 178. Inside My Head: Two Hours as the Student

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  6. 177. It's My Birthday! 36 Things I Know For Sure

    You can leave a Google review for Balanced Ballerinas here - it would mean the absolute world to me! https://g.page/r/CdXGFzxm75WCEBM/review Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond...

  7. 176. Ballet After 40: What the Science Actually Says & What I Tell My Students

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  8. 175. Are You Stuck in the Chasm Between Beginner & Intermediate Adult Ballet?

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  9. 174. From the Barre to the Books & Supplements on my Bedside Table — 7 Things I'm Recommending Right Now

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  10. 173. The Barre Doesn't Care About Your Soft Life Era

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  11. 172. Some Ballet Classes Change Your Life & Others Pass The Time

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  12. 171. The Voice in the Mirror — On Adult Ballet and the Inner Critic

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  13. 170. Ballet Doesn't Break Students, Bad Teaching and an Unregulated Industry Does

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  14. 169. What the Bun Is Really About — On Running a Studio With Standards

    Here is where you can find the copy to create your own 'Becoming A Ballerina' worksheet: https://thebalancedballerina.substack.com/p/some-call-it-strict-i-call-it-care Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded,...

  15. 168. What My Mother Taught Me About Ballet, Business and Becoming

    Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube:...

  16. 167. The Gift of Struggling at Something Beautiful

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  17. 166. Making Artistry Teachable - with Chelsea Weidmann (Geeky Ballerina)

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  18. 165. Why I Stopped Wearing Leotards (And Why I Started Again)

    You can follow my SUBSTACK here: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique,...

  19. 164. Ballet, Intellect and the Cecchetti Method — with Julie Cronshaw

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  20. 163. Why Ballet Gets You Out of Your Head and Back Into Your Body

    Join our BB Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinas Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a...

  21. 162. My Most Challenging Class to Teach Each Week

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  22. 161. If No One Was Watching… Would You Still Dance? With Kirsten From The Confident Dancer

    Special Guest Kirsten Kemp from The Confident Dancer is here! Website: https://kirstenkemp.com/ IG: https://instagram.com/kirsten_theconfidentdancer Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheConfidentDancer/videos ___ Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing.…

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  23. 160. Excellence Without Elitism: Why I Came Home to RAD

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  24. 159. What AI Can’t Replace — A Ballet Class

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  25. 158. Reimagining the Modern Ballet Company — with Brisbane Ballet Director Emrys Goldsworthy

    Links discussed: www.brisbaneballet.org Giselle: Whispers of the Schwarzwald tickets | The Star Gold Coast | Ticketek Australia ✍🏼 SUBSCRIBE TO MY SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina ____ Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by...

  26. 157. Are You Information Rich, Implementation Poor?

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  27. 156. 5 Ways Your Ballet Class Supports Your Body, Mind, and Nervous System

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  28. 155. The Exercises I Won’t Be Skipping in Class This Year (And Why)

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  29. 154. The Corrections We Need to Stop Giving (And What to Say Instead) with Austin Crumley

    Connect with Austin's work here: https://www.instagram.com/theballeteducator/ Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a…

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  30. 153. 5 Things That Make Ballet More Sustainable (For Your Body and Mind)

    Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and...

  31. 152. Balance, Boundaries & Building Sustainable Growth!

    Follow me on Substack here! https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina

  32. 151. Ballet Burnout in Children with Kaitlin Hague!

    Unpacking the pressures of early specialisation in ballet - how we can protect young dancers' physical and emotional wellbeing while nurturing a lifelong love of dance. ___ My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas And join our BB...

  33. 150. BONUS! Small Moves, BIG LIFE with Andrea Leigh Rogers!

    Welcoming the gorgeous Andrea Leigh Rogers to the podcast this week! ✨ You can purchase her new book "Small Moves, Big Life" here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Small-Moves-Big-Life-Productivity-ebook/dp/B0DVD7Q57Q ____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here:...

  34. 149. Balanced Ballerinas Book Club - Technique & Beyond!

    Books that blend technique, science, and philosophy for deeper teaching and practice. ____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas...

  35. 148. Balanced Ballerinas Book Club – My Self-Discovery Bookshelf!

    My top self-development books for mindset, wellbeing and self-awareness! _______- Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas Facebook -...

  36. 147. Balanced Ballerinas Book Club – Ballet Icons in Print!

    My favourite autobiographies from David Hallberg, Leanne Benjamin & David McAllister! ____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas...

  37. 146. BONUS! Anything Is Possible With Steven McRae!

    Today I’m joined by the incredible Steven McRae, Principal Dancer at The Royal Ballet, proud Aussie, devoted dad… and now, author! ______ DESCRIPTION LINKS Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram!...

  38. 145. The Art & Impact of Ballet Teaching: Investing in Your Evolution!

    A solo episode to conclude our Ballet Teaching series — discussing why great ballet teaching begins with who you are, how you grow, and the courage to keep evolving. _____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here…

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  39. 144. The Art & Impact of Ballet Teaching: Jane Inglis-Keen on Teaching With Heart & Kindness!

    Continuing our mini-series The Art & Impact of Ballet Teaching, I’m joined by someone who has long inspired me with her grace, wisdom, and deep love of the art form—Jane Inglis-Keen. ___ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here:...

  40. 143. The Art & Impact of Ballet Teaching: Legacy & The Teachers Journey with Lynne Charles!

    This week on The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast, I’m honoured to share a conversation with the legendary Lynne Charles as we launch our new mini-series, The Art & Impact of Ballet Teaching. Lynne’s career is nothing short of extraordinary—dancing with American Ballet Theatre, London Festival Ballet,...

  41. 142. Grooming, Abuse & Safeguarding: An Open Letter To Parents of Dancers!

    🚨 A Must-Listen for Dance Parents 🚨 Not all studios are safe. Not all teachers have your child’s best interests at heart. And too many parents don’t realise the risks - until it’s too late. In our final instalment of the Difficult Conversation series, this episode is the wake-up call every…

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  42. 141. Difficult Conversations: Consent & Boundary Setting In The Studio!

    Learn more about Cindy's incredible work here: https://www.classfortheheart.com/ ____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas…

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  43. 140. Difficult Conversations: Lessons from ‘Skin Colored Pointes’ & Diversity in Ballet!

    You can find more of Dr Nya's important work at her website here: https://www.1nyama.com/ You can purchase 'Skin Colored Pointes' on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Skin-Colored-Pointes-Interviews-Ballet/dp/1476687056 ________ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group…

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  44. 139. Life, Ballet & Balance: A Catch-Up Before Our New Season Begins!

    Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/balancedballerinasteachers My Instagram! @thebalancedballerina Community Instagram! @balancedballerinas Facebook - Balanced Ballerinas And join the SECRET Facebook group here:...

  45. 138. Big Wins, Bold Lessons & Exciting Plans for the Podcast in 2025!

    Welcome to the final episode of The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast for 2024! Sharing highlights, lessons, and big dreams for the year ahead. Dance teacher or studio owner craving some direction with your marketing? Make 2025 your best year yet and begin The Marketing Blueprint TODAY... Join HERE:...

  46. 137. The Blueprint to Building the Studio & Teaching Career You Deserve!

    The Blueprint to Building the Studio & Teaching Career You Deserve! Are you feeling overwhelmed by branding, marketing and studio management? We’re excited to launch The Marketing Blueprint For Dance Teachers & Studio Owners just for you... JOIN THE MARKETING BLUEPRINT HERE:...

  47. 136. The Peace & Pliés Checklist Will Change Your Life!

    The Peace & Pliés checklist will literally change your life! Finish the remainder of the year strong with these simple daily habits that can enhance your physical and mental health... _________ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here:...

  48. 135. Self Worth & Embracing Your Body as an Adult Ballerina!

    Let's talk self worth & embracing your body as an adult ballerina! We're going to cover, how to let go of frustration, rebuild self-worth, and practice with compassion in the body you have today. _____ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here:...

  49. 134. Managing Separation Anxiety in our Youngest Ballerinas!

    This week, we’re diving into a crucial topic: Managing Separation Anxiety in Our Youngest Dancers. Here are some key tips for parents and teachers that we cover in this weeks episode: Positive Self Talk Before You Get To The Studio How We Enter The Studio Space The Importance Of Greetings Routine…

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  50. 133. BONUS Ballet Exam Success Ritual (Meditation) For Your Best Mark Yet!

    I wanted to share a special ritual to help you centre yourself and be the best version of you in your upcoming ballet exam. Follow THIS LINK to find the accompanying journaling guide... Love, Georgia ______________ Join the Balanced Ballerinas EXCLUSIVE Teachers Facebook Group here:...

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About this show

Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life.

Hosted by

Georgia Dostal

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast have?

The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast has 182 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 21, 2026.

What is The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast about?

Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life.

How often does The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast release new episodes?

The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast publishes every two weeks, based on its 182 episodes since December 2018.

Who hosts The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast?

The Balanced Ballerinas Podcast is created and hosted by Georgia Dostal.
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