Amy Greaves: The Real Dance Chat

If I could sit down with my younger self for just one conversation, what would I say? In this episode, I reflect on the lessons life has taught me. This isn't about changing the past—it's about recognising how every challenge has shaped the person I am today. Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or simply need a reminder to be kinder to yourself, I hope this conversation...

How do you grow a dance school from a single location to 20 venues and 800 students? In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, Amy sits down with Cheryl to discuss the realities of building and scaling a successful dance business. Cheryl shares the lessons she's learned from leading a large team, managing multiple locations, and creating systems that allow a dance school to thrive. We also dive...

Are ballet traditions helping your dancers thrive… or quietly holding them back? In this episode of The Real Dance Chat , I explore some of the long-standing traditions in ballet training and ask the difficult questions. From outdated teaching methods and rigid expectations to the pressure of perfection, are some traditions no longer serving today's dancers? This isn't about dismissing b...

What does it really take to build a successful dance school in today's world? In this episode, I'm joined by Louise, The Dance Business Coach, for an honest conversation about the realities of running a dance business. We dive into leadership, growth, creating a strong studio culture, and balancing passion with profit. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your dance s...

This week on the Real Dance Chat Podcast, I'm joined by our wonderful drama teacher, Rebecca, for an inspiring conversation about her journey in the performing arts industry. We dive into Rebecca's training, how she built her career, and the experiences that shaped her as both a performer and teacher. She shares her approach to teaching, the values and ethos she brings into every class,...

This week on the Real Dance Chat Podcast, I'm joined by Ellis Jay, whose dance journey has come full circle. Starting with us as a Diddy Dancer, Ellis Jay grew up through the school, developed her love of dance, and is now making the exciting transition from student to teacher. We chat about her experiences growing up in the dance school, the lessons she's learned along the way, and what...

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, Amy sits down with Dakota to talk all things aerial dance and the journey behind creating our exciting aerial programme. From building confidence in the air to the strength, artistry, and trust that aerial work brings, we dive into why this programme is so much more than just tricks and technique. We chat about the vision behind the classes, what dancers can...

In this episode of The Real Dance Chat, I sit down with Philip Joel — dancer, choreographer and casting director — for a real, honest and inspiring conversation about the dance industry. From his journey through the industry to the lessons he’s learned along the way, Philip shares invaluable advice for dancers navigating confidence, growth and longevity in such a competitive world. We also talk ab...

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Becky to talk about her inspiring journey from dance competition star to studio manager . Becky shares how she competed at championship level , developing the dedication, discipline, and performance mindset needed to succeed in the competitive dance world. After her success in competitions, she chose to expand her training by retraining in ballet, ja...

In this episode, we’re joined by the amazing Kate Farmer, sports massage therapist, to talk all about injury prevention for dancers. Kate shares her expert advice on how dancers can look after their bodies, reduce the risk of injury, and build healthy habits that support longevity in dance. From the importance of recovery and strength work to recognising early warning signs, this episode is packed...

Feeling stuck in your dance progress can be frustrating — especially when you’re showing up, working hard, and still feel like you’re not moving forward. In this solo episode of Amy Greaves: The Real Dance Chat , Amy talks through five common reasons dancers feel stuck in their training, from comparison and perfectionism to burnout and overwhelm. This episode is a reminder that progress in dance i...

In this episode, we sit down with Megan Haynes, an experienced performer, dancer, and highly respected educator whose career has spanned both the stage and senior leadership in education. From performing professionally to becoming Head of Department, Head of Performing Arts, and now Director, Megan brings a wealth of knowledge and insight into the world of dance education. We talk to Megan about h...

In this first episode of The Real Dance Chat , I’m debunking some of the biggest myths in the dance industry—from body shape stereotypes to the idea that dance isn’t a “real” job, and the misconception that dancers aren’t intelligent. I share honest insights and real experiences to challenge these outdated beliefs and celebrate what being a dancer truly means today.