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The Dance Floor with Anna Harsh

Anna Harsh

135 episodes

2 weeks ago

The Dance Floor is an exploration of the life lessons learned through the art of dance. Anna Harsh interviews dance professionals that offer advice and the lessons learned through dance. Anna is the Director and Founder of Allegro Dance Company an Italian dance company that preserves, entertains and tours the world performing and teaching about the Italian heritage and culture. She holds M.A in Communication, B.A in Dance is a E-RYT200 yoga instructor and certified Pilates instructor with decades of teaching experience. https://linktr.ee/AnnaHarsh

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Mind over Movement -guests Danscend

The Dance Floor with Anna Harsh

25 minutes 16 seconds

7 months ago

Mind over Movement -guests Danscend

Mind over Movement - Mental wellness for dancers before a performance.

Guests: Kristin Deiss & Michelle LoucadouxHost: Anna Harsh

The lights are dimmed.

The music’s about to start.

Your heart races.

Are you ready?

In this episode, we dive into themental side of dance—how to calm the nerves, sharpen your focus, and step onto that stage with confidence. Whether you're prepping for your first recital or a big showcase, we’ve got tools, stories, and mindset tips to help you dance from a grounded, empowered place.

Hit play and get your mind in motion—because performance starts within.

Michelle Loucadoux has danced in 5 Broadway shows, in 4 ballet companies, and on film and television and has traveled the world empowering young dancers. Michelle is a published author (Rowman & LIttlefield), has an MBA, and is currently the Co-Chair of the Dance Division at AMDA Los Angeles. In the past four years, she has worked full-time with Danscend to support the mental wellness of the dance community and its educators.

Kristin Deiss is a dancer, educator, yogi, and mom living her best life through helping others improve theirs. She holds an MA in History, an MFA in Dance, and is currently the Co-Chair of the Dance Division at AMDA Los Angeles. Having battled a JIA diagnosis that changed the trajectory of her dance career, Kristin is dedicated to helping dancers better cope with the challenges of their art form.

Danscend on IG: @DanscendOfficial Danscend’s mission is to bring mental wellness to the forefront of dance training by providing a space for education, application, and community to dancers, educators, and professionals. https://www.danscend.com/