Community Time

Why is it so hard to make new friends as an adult woman—and what can we do about it? In this heartfelt episode of Community Time , host Dr. April Bee sits down with guest Anyea Anderson to explore how adult female friendships evolve, why they can be complicated, and how to build new ones with confidence and care. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why making friends as an adult woman is uniquel...

From “I can’t dance” to “I quit my job and opened a studio,” listen in as powerhouse DivaDance members—and one doctor-turned-host—get unapologetically real about how a one-hour class snowballed into life-changing confidence, community, and even new careers. If you’ve never heard of DivaDance, press play: these stories will make you believe in the hustle, the hype, and the healing power of an eight...

💖 How well do you really know your body? In this episode of Community Time , Dr. Jess Kennard , a gynecologic oncologist, joins Jami Stigliano to break down the science of women’s health, heart health, and self-advocacy . From finding the right doctor to understanding the warning signs of heart disease, this episode is packed with must-know insights for taking charge of your health. 🔎 What You’l...

What does it take to go from DivaDance member to franchise owner ? In this inspiring episode of Community Time , Jami Stigliano sits down with Shannon Davies (DivaDance Northern Virginia) and Emily Bujnowski (DivaDance Jersey City/Hoboken) to talk about confidence, body positivity, and creating inclusive spaces in dance . 💡 What You’ll Learn From This Episode: How Shannon and Emily went from firs...

What if the key to success wasn’t just hustling harder—but resting smarter ? In this episode of Community Time , Jami Stigliano sits down with Dr. April Bee , executive wellness coach, and community leader, to talk about elevating your life, defining true rest, and building a powerful support system . 💡 What You’ll Learn From This Episode: The importance of defining your values and how they shape...

Get ready to dance like never before! In this episode of  Community Time , Jami Stigliano chats with DivaDance legend Trey Maxwell about the brand-new  NonStop  format—a high-energy, Follow the Leader dance party designed to get your heart racing and your spirit soaring. 💃  What You’ll Learn From This Episode: What makes  NonStop  DivaDance’s most electrifying cardio class yet. How Trey helped sh...

What if self-care could be as energizing as it is healing? In this episode of Community Time , Jami Stigliano, CEO of DivaDance, sits down with licensed professional counselor and therapist supervisor, Cori Hill, to dive into the groundbreaking new DanceRx class format. Together, they explore how movement, mindfulness, and community care can transform both body and soul. 💡 What You'll Learn From...

What happens when a fun, stress-free dance experience meets a mission to transform lives? Join Jami Stigliano, founder and CEO of DivaDance, as she unveils the exciting new  Inspire and Build  initiative on this episode of  Community Time !   What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How DivaDance uses science-backed approaches like “Community Time” to create meaningful connections. The story behind the ...

Last time we talked to Chantel her goal was DivaDance ownership. Fast forward to now, and she's the proud BossBabe of DivaDance® Sandy Springs! Learn more about her journey to ownership and her community featuring special guest host, Jonathan Able, Head of Instructor Development. DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select cities. For more info, visit divadancefranchise.com Follow u...

Coming to you live from Slaycation 2023 in Las Vegas! Our Head of Instructor Development, Jonathan Able (HQ & Sandy Springs), interviewed a panel of our top DivaDance instructors from across the country - Nadea Nicole (Florida Suncoast), Anarnela “Nells” Jusupovic (North Dallas), Bilma “Skipper” Diaz (San Antonio, North Phoenix, & Scottsdale), and Tiffany “TiffTooCold” Cox (McKinney/Allen)...

Hear from a multi-unit owner Danielle Ledezma on her journey with DivaDance as she addresses how we can get in our own way on the path to achieving our goals. DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select cities. For more info, visit divadancefranchise.com Follow us on social: https://www.instagram.com/divadancefranchise https://www.instagram.com/divadancehq https://www.facebook.com/d...

As we count down the days to Slaycation , nominations are now open for our annual awards - given out at the Community Celebration each year! This is our community's chance to share why they love their local instructors, client experience teams, franchise owners, and members. In this episode, our Chief Community Officer Marisa Lacey explains the process and shares insight on how awards are given ou...

In this episode, we're joined by Nadea from Florida Suncoast, a standout participant in our recently launched Mentorship Program. This initiative allows franchise owners to nominate emerging leaders from their staff for a unique six-week mentorship experience, aimed at developing leadership skills and fostering community. Nadea's exceptional dedication was evident throughout the program, and in th...

In this episode, we’re joined by Franki Whitney, a DivaDance D.C. instructor with a powerful story. She shares her experience founding a nonprofit, offering practical advice and insights for anyone considering the same path. Franki also opens up about a personal loss and how the DivaDance community’s support helped her through this challenging time. This episode not only illuminates the healing po...

Special Guest Host Trey Maxwell chats with Cesar Phillips as we celebrate Pride month with two of our favorite community members. They agreed the only appropriate title for this episode is 'Gays Who Slay' - as they talk about what DivaDance has done for them and how our community creates space for each of them to live their best lives. Find Trey on Instagram ! Find Cesar on Instagram and TikTok !...

On today's episode of Community Time, we explore the power of human connections and the benefits of being part of a supportive community like DivaDance®. Our guest, Leah Maieski from DivaDance® Jacksonville, opens up about her own journey through infertility and how she has been a source of help and inspiration for others facing similar challenges. Nominated by a fellow DivaDance® community member...

On this episode of Community Time, we talk about the heartbeat of DivaDance, our class experience. We have two awesome guests. First up is Samantha Amaral, who leads our instructor development team and has taught over 500 DivaDance classes (that's a lot of hair tossing and booty popping!) You'll hear about her life before DivaDance - something about being a bell pepper 😲 as well as touring with S...

We're wrapping up Black History Month with a recap of our Racial Justice workshop facilitated by Sarah Schoper. We're digging into our nap sack to discuss topics like privilege and representation in DivaDance. Find more Racial Justice resources. Reach out to Sarah here ! Submit topic or guest suggestions here ! DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select cities. For more info, visit...

It takes a special someone to love a BossBabe 24/7. On this special Valentine's Day episode we'll hear from Mario and Cassie Coleman, co-owners of DivaDance Northwest Arkansas. Cassie takes us through her journey of becoming a Franchise owner, and Mario drops some gems on how to love a BossBabe! Follow Cassie on Instagram! Follow Mario on Instagram! Submit topic or guest suggestions here ! DivaDan...

From The Joffrey Ballet to working with Todrick & Madonna, learn more about DaJuan Harris from our DivaDance® NYC community as we kick off Black History Month. We'll hear about their daily routine as a freelance creative, how they navigate auditions, and we learn the two must-knows for dancers (especially white ones!) who listen to and are influenced by Black artists. Follow DaJuan on Instagra...

This week we're sitting down with Clayton Maderia to have real talk about masculinity and femininity in dance - and how DivaDance brought Clayton's dreams of dancing in heels to life. We get the exclusive on his drawer of tea, how he got the nickname "Quicksand" and.... could there be a Slaycation cruise coming?! Clayton's Instagram: @claytonscomedy Submit topic or guest suggestions here ! DivaDan...

Join us for a chat with our 2022 Instructor of the Year, Javi! You'll hear about our dance inspirations and the creative approach to creating a champagne quality class experience! Javi Instagram: @ javiolobolo2 Submit topic or guest suggestions here ! DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select cities. For more info, visit divadancefranchise.com Follow us on social: https://www.inst...

We're back! We are so thrilled to be back in the studio with our first guest Chantel Serita, manager of DivaDance® Sandy Springs. We talk to Chantel about self-care, self-love, and her journey to becoming a BossBabe. Find out how you can support Chantel's goal of becoming a DivaDance franchise owner: https://tinyurl.com/roadtobossbabe DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select citi...

As we continue to celebrate Black Music Appreciation Month, we talk to Ashley-Lauren Elrod from our amazing DivaDance® NYC clients. She's been in some of our online class videos, and a client for over two years. Not only is Ashley a vibrant member of the DivaDance community, but she's also an accomplished singer/musician and runs her own casting company called Visionary Woman Productions. DivaDanc...

Lydia Pappas was our very first hire in our very first franchise outside of NYC and Austin. An Atlanta native, this colorful instructor from our DivaDance® DC squad discusses how she pivoted from politics to sales, who her favorite Gaga is, the community she's discovered, and how much fun her classes are. DivaDance® franchise opportunities are available in select cities. For more info, visit divad...