B.A. Showoff

Sit down with Katie Wilson, Assistant Coach of the University of Miami Sunsations, as she takes us through her incredible dance journey — from college dance life to the Marlins Mermaids, lighting up the floor as a Miami Heat Dancer, and living out a dream as a backup dancer for Pitbull. Katie gets real about the power of social media, why connections matter in the dance world, and how relationship...

We’re sitting down with National Champion Southwood Middle School Dance Team Coach, Hilda Jimenez — and trust us, this is a must-listen 👏 From training dancers at the middle school level, to mastering the balance of being a strict, disciplined coach while still serving as a mother figure, Coach Hilda shares the wisdom only years of excellence can teach. We dive into: ✨ How dance teams have evolv...

B.A. Showoff is where the real conversations about the dance world happen. Join Becky and Alexandra as they dive into an important topic for dancers and parents alike: why middle school is not too early to start preparing for high school dance teams and competitive programs. In this episode, they break down how continued training, strengthening your work ethic, and intentionally building on your s...

Competition season is coming fast and we’re breaking it ALL down 💥 Becky & Alexandra sit down to talk everything you need to do now to feel confident, prepared, and ready to hit the floor. From mindset and rehearsals to organization, expectations, and those last-minute details coaches and dancers always stress about 👀 Whether you’re a coach, dancer, or dance parent—this episode is your prese...

Hey Showoff’s, Buckle up, because this week on B.A. Showoff we are completely off the rails in the best way possible. We’re diving into Sammy’s wild choreography process — from “trust the vision” moments to the chaos that somehow turns into magic on stage. We’re also revisiting those Covid competition memories we all swore we’d block out, but here we are… laughing, cringing, and wondering how we s...

We’re back with Part 2 of our 3-part After Hours series, and trust us… you don’t want to miss more of our fun and laughter. Join us as we continue talking  with Sammy, Geovanna, Dani, and Kristin for an unfiltered, late-night conversation about the dance world we live and breathe. This episode dives deep into Sammy’s role at Press Play Dance Convention—what really goes on behind the scenes, how th...

B.A. Showoff – After Hours Series Part 1 of 3 Join us for a late-night, no-rules, tell-it-like-it-is chat with Sammy McFadden, Geovanna Garavelo-Bortoleto, Dani Solano, and Kristin Liu as we dive into the real side of our dance team world.  From the behind-the-scenes moments to the unfiltered conversations we never get to have during the season, this episode is all about honesty, laughter, and the...

We’re wrapping up this powerful 3-part series with Varsity Spirit reps Stacey and Taylor, and this finale is packed with answers to the biggest questions in the industry. In this episode, we dive into: 🌎 Attending Worlds and representing the US National Team 🇺🇸 What it truly means to be part of USA Cheer — and how to apply 🔥 Hot topics around College Nationals: • How Varsity plans to handle the...

B.A. Showoff Podcast: Part 2 with Varsity Spirit! 🎧 We’re back with Part 2 of our Varsity Spirit series featuring Stacey & Taylor — and trust us, you don’t want to miss this one! 👀🔥 We’re diving even deeper into the world of competition as we talk: 🏈 What judges are really looking for in Game Day 🎶 How music rules affect choreography and creativity 💥 What makes a Hip Hop routine stand ou...

NEW B.A. SHOWOFF SERIES DROP! 🎙️ Get ready for one of our most important and most talked-about episodes yet — a 3-part series featuring our special guests from Varsity Spirit! 💥 We’re diving deep into ALL the topics you’ve been asking about: 🎶 Music at competition — what’s really allowed? 🏆 College Nationals — new updates you need to know! 📣 The brand NEW Game Day division for high schools 🏫...

New Episode Alert! 🎙️ From the studio world to the big stage, Morgan Burke’s journey is one you don’t want to miss! 💥 Listen in as Morgan shares how he went from learning from dance legends like Mia Michaels and Emily Shock, to becoming one of the most sought-after dance team choreographers in the game. Now a master teacher with Prodigy Dance Convention, Morgan travels the U.S. inspiring dancers...

🎙️ B.A. Showoff hits the road! We’re coming to you from Prodigy Dance Convention in Lakeland, Florida — an incredible weekend filled with talent, passion, and opportunity! 💫✨ From master classes to college recruitment and unforgettable performances, this stop is all about growth, connection, and inspiration. 💪🎶 Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes moments, interviews, and all the energy that makes...

Part 2 is here! We’re back with the incredible Ricky Ubeda talking all things West Side Story, his memorable performance of Illinois on Broadway, choreographing for The Ohio State Dance Team (and that national championship win!), plus his favorite memories from Coral Reef Dance Team. So much fun and inspiration packed into one episode — you don’t want to miss it! Only here, on B.A. Showoff 

🎙️ NEW EPISODE DROP! 🎙️ We are so excited to kick off a 2-part series with the incredible Ricky Ubeda — dancer, artist, and inspiration to so many in the dance world.  From his journey on So You Think You Can Dance to the Broadway stage to the Big Screen, Ricky shares raw insight, passion, and stories that remind us why we love what we do. You don’t want to miss this conversation! ✨ Part 1 is out...

This week on B.A. Showoff, we sit down with the incredible Brandon Bryant — a dancer whose journey is nothing short of inspiring.  From stealing the stage on So You Think You Can Dance and returning as an All-Star, to chasing his dreams in LA, facing struggles, and dancing for Britney Spears in Vegas — Brandon has truly done it all. Now, he’s come full circle, back home in Miami, pouring into the...

New B.A. Showoff episode just dropped!  From the Miami Heat sidelines to sharing the stage with Pitbull, Becky G, JLo, Chris Brown + more, Jaime Ruiz has danced her way across the country and onto some of the biggest stages in the world.  Now living in LA, Jaime gets REAL about what it takes to succeed in the commercial dance world — the hustle, the mindset, the mental health struggles — and how s...

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 This week on B.A. Show Off 🎙️ we’re sitting down with the incredible Sammy McFadden! ✨ From ballerina beginnings → LA dreams → National Champion choreographer → one of the most sought-after hip-hop teachers in the game. 🔥 Don’t miss her journey, her winning routines, and the behind-the-scenes stories you won’t hear anywhere else. 👉 What’s up next for Sammy? Tune in — yo...

Leading with passion. 💪✨ On this episode of B.A. Showoff, we’re joined by Jayla Valdes, captain of the 2x National Champion Coral Reef Cudettes. 💃🔥 She shares what it’s like balancing school, studio, and dance team, the lessons learned from being captain, and how leading one of the most recognized teams in the country is shaping her future. 🙌 This is one you don’t want to miss. 🎙️ 🎧 Listen n...

This week on B.A. Showoff, we’re joined by the powerhouse herself — Kristin Daniel 💃🔥 We dive into: ➡️ The importance of staying rooted in your studio training to thrive in the dance team world 🏆 ➡️ Her experience choreographing for the iconic LSU Tiger Girls 🐯💜💛 ➡️ How she developed her signature choreographer style 🎶 ➡️ Game-changing advice for dancers chasing a commercial career in the i...

On this episode of B.A. Showoff, we sit down with London Daniel — assistant coach and former member of the world-famous LSU Tiger Girls. 🐯✨ She’s giving us the inside scoop on: ➡️ The LSU recruitment process ➡️ What it’s really like to be a Tiger Girl ➡️ How the college dance team world has evolved from her time as a dancer to now as a coach If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to wear the purp...

This week on B.A. Showoff, we sit down with the incredible Carsen Rowe — owner and founder of Tribe 99 and Choreo Connect. Carsen is transforming the dance team world by bridging the gap between high school and college recruitment and creating opportunities to bring the best choreographers to teams everywhere. Get ready for insider stories, expert insights, and a behind-the-scenes look at how she’...

✨ From dancing on the team to leading it ✨ This week on B.A. Showoff, we sit down with Nyah Gonzalez, Head Coach of the legendary FSU Golden Girls 🏆💃. Hear all about: 🎯 The Golden Girls recruitment process 💪 What it really takes to make the team 🔥 Life as a Golden Girl — from member to coach 🏅 How Nyah inspires the next generation Whether you’re chasing your dance dreams or just love a goo...

🎙️ New episode alert! We’re talking real talk with Yamil of I Massage & Stretch — all about stretching, injury prevention, recovery, and what dancers actually need to improve flexibility, technique & turns. 🩰🔥 If you’re pushing your body, this one’s a must. 🎧 Tune in now! #DancePodcast #DancerHealth #FlexibilityTraining #InjuryPrevention #YamilKairuz #IAmMassageAndStretch #DancersLife #...

🔥 Part 2 is HERE! 🔥 We’re back with Kashsra Garrett, powerhouse coach of the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders 💃🏽✨ In this episode, she dives even deeper into leadership, confidence, and what it really takes to stand out on and off the field. 💥 Get ready for bold moves, real talk, and unstoppable energy. 🎧 Only on the BA Showoff. #BAShowoff #KashsraGarrett #MiamiDolphinsCheer #Part2 #CheerCoachVi...

🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP — 2-PART SERIES 🚨 We’re here with KaShara Garrett, Head Coach of the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders and former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader 💙🐬⭐ In this inspiring 2-part series on the B.A. Showoff Podcast, KaShara gets real about: ✨ Her journey to the NFL sidelines ✨ What it’s really like dancing for America’s Team ✨ How she made the leap from Pro Dancer ➡️ Pro Coach Whether y...