Dance Talks

In this episode, Laura and Michelle reveal everything you need to know about Style It Out – our biggest performance of the year. From how the show theme was chosen to what inspired this year's concept, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that brings the magic to life. They also talk you through everything you need to know about registering for the show, what famil...

Episode 14 – Why Fundraising Matters Why does fundraising play such a big role at Freedom 2 Dance? In this episode, Laura and Michelle share how fundraising helps keep dance accessible for families, why they created a charitable arm alongside the dance school, and the difference it makes to opportunities for every dancer. A behind-the-scenes conversation about community, inclusion, and making danc...

🎙️ Dance Talks – Episode 13: Just a Catch Up! We're officially six months into the year, and what a six months it's been! Join Laura and Michelle as they sit down for a relaxed catch-up, reflecting on everything that's happened so far in 2026. From exams, competitions and social events to welcoming new staff members and watching the studio continue to grow, there's plenty to ta...

In this episode, Michelle and Laura sit down with a very special guest – their first-ever employee and now one of their closest friends, Miss Olivia! 💖 Expect plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and some honest revelations as Olivia shares what it was really like working at the studio. From memorable moments to funny mishaps. Grab a cuppa and join us for an episode full of friendship, me...

🎙️ In this episode of Dance Talks, Laura and Michelle sit down with the wonderful Miss Jasmine to chat about her inspiring journey from student to teacher! 💫 From first meeting Jasmine when teaching at her high school, to supporting her through dance college and university, this episode is a lovely full-circle moment as we look back on her journey, growth and passion for dance. It’s a fun, honest...

We all know motivation isn’t always constant… especially when it comes to dance 😅 In this episode of Dance Talks , Michelle and Laura dive into one of the biggest challenges for dance parents — how to keep your child motivated, even when their enthusiasm dips. We’re sharing practical tips on what really helps build long-term motivation (and what might actually be doing the opposite 👀). From crea...

Ever wondered what goes on inside a dance teacher’s head during class? 👀 In this episode of Dance Talks , Michelle and Laura get a little tongue-in-cheek as they spill the (very honest) internal monologue of a dance teacher 🎙️ From “I can see you at the back” to “Can you just remember the routine” 😅 — we’re saying all the things teachers are thinking but don’t always say out loud to pupils and p...

SATs, GCSEs, A-Levels… it’s that time where everything starts to feel a little overwhelming 😅 In this episode of Dance Talks , we’re diving into a topic so many dancers (and parents!) struggle with — whether to pause extracurricular activities during exam season. We’re talking about why keeping up with dance (and other activities) can actually help , not hinder, academic performance. From stress...

After a short break, we’re finally back behind the mic 🎙️. Life threw us something unexpected as we navigated the loss of a loved one, and taking time away was something we truly needed 🤍. In this episode, we open up about that experience and what it’s like to return to dance after a setback — emotionally, mentally, and physically. Whether you’ve taken time off due to grief, injury, or just life...

In this episode, Michelle and Laura sit down with the incredible Cheeks Carr , owner and founder of Manchester’s leading dance studio, 0161 Studio . 💃 Cheeks shares her inspiring journey from being a passionate dancer to building a thriving studio and community — one that’s empowering young dancers and changing the game in Manchester’s dance scene. We dive into her transition from performer to bu...

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a dance school show? In this episode, Laura and Michelle pull back the curtain on the months of planning, creativity and hard work that goes into bringing a dance school show to life.