Charlotte Rice

The Aspire Diaries

Arts EN ↓ 30 episodes

Hosted by dance business owner, Charlotte Rice. All things Aspire, mindset, dance school BTS and chit-chat!

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Charlotte Rice

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Arts

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Latest episode

Jun 26, 2026

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Episodes

We got planning approval! 🥳 26.06.2026

In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we will be letting you in on our amazing news - we finally got approval from the council for our new dance studio!

You NEED to know this before going to College/Uni! 19.06.2026

Moving away for college or uni? Then this episode is for YOU! This week we discuss some chore-dodging, storage saving, stench-stopping tips. Hope you find it useful! 🌈✨

Careers in Dance Beyond the Stage 12.06.2026

Love dance but not sure performing is the path for you? In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we explore exciting careers within the dance industry beyond being a dancer or teacher, proving there are plenty of ways to turn your passion into a profession ✨

Must-Haves for Your Dance Bag 🩰🎒 05.06.2026

From bobbles and water bottles to spare tights and snacks, what's really essential in a dancer's bag? In this quick episode of The Aspire Diaries , we're sharing our must-have dance bag items to help you stay prepared, organised, and ready for every class, rehearsal, and performance ✨

"It's Not Fair" - Unpacking Feelings of Jealousy 29.05.2026

Join us in this weeks episode of the Aspire Diaries whilst we unpack the jealousy and how we can reframe it's negative association, to being a lesson which helps us to grow 💗

The Aspire Story - From the First Step to Today 22.05.2026

In this episode of The Aspire Diaries, I'm sharing my personal journey - from my first steps in a dance class, to building the school we have today. You'll hear what inspired me to start, the challenges along the way, and what keeps me passionate about every dancers journey 🫶🏽

It's Showtime - The Final Countdown! 💃🏻 15.05.2026

The show is nearly here! In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we’re talking about the final few days leading up to your performance—sharing tips on managing nerves, staying prepared, and remembering to be proud of yourself no matter where you stand on stage or whether you receive an award ✨

Taking Care of your Mental Health (feat. Olivia Johnson) 11.05.2026

In this special episode of The Aspire Diaries , we sit down with one of our adult students to talk about dance, mental health, and personal growth. As both a dancer and future mental health nurse, Olivia shares her experiences, the role dance has played in supporting her wellbeing, and why movement and community can make such a powerful difference 💛

BTS - Planning a Show! 01.05.2026

Ever wondered what really goes into putting on a dance show? In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we take you behind the scenes of show preparation—from choreography and costumes to rehearsals and the final performance—giving parents a glimpse into the planning, organisation, and care that goes into every moment on stage ✨

Nerves in the Wings (and how to handle them) 🫶🏽 24.04.2026

Feeling nervous before a performance? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we talk about why nerves are completely normal and share simple, practical ways dancers can manage them, build confidence, and step on stage feeling ready ✨

From Beginner to Unstoppable (feat. Ellie Firth) 17.04.2026

In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we sit down with one of our elite team dancers to talk about her 8+ year journey, the challenges she’s faced, and what it truly takes to grow in confidence, skill, and mindset ✨

Dance Myths vs Reality 10.04.2026

Dance isn’t always what it seems 👀 In this fun episode of The Aspire Diaries , we break down common dance myths vs the reality—what people think dance is like… and what it’s actually like behind the scenes 😅✨

Mistakes Every Dancer Makes (and how to fix them!) 03.04.2026

Every dancer makes mistakes - but they’re often the key to progress ✨ In this episode of The Aspire Diaries , we explore common dance class mistakes plus simple ways to fix them and grow in confidence 🥰

Part 2 with our Studio Manager (feat. Stef P) 27.03.2026

Pressures on children within the education system, being a Dance Mum, and what you can expect from Stef.

Different Dance Styles Explained 13.03.2026

Ballet, jazz, contemporary, street dance… but what actually makes them different? In this episode we explain the unique qualities of each dance style, what skills they develop, and why learning a variety of styles helps dancers become stronger, more confident performers.

Our Studio Manager! 07.03.2026

Introducing our brand new studio manager - Stef P! She is the perfect person for this role 💖

Learnings from Judging Competitions 27.02.2026

Facial expressions, forgetting your solo and seasoned chicken!

Victory (feat. Megan Bowers) 21.02.2026

Concept4Kids, clawing in NYC and training pros.

Ship Life ⚓️ (feat. Kaitlyn Pinder) 13.02.2026

Moving away at 16, getting signed to an agency and travelling the world!

Dance Etiquette 06.02.2026

Weekly wins, Mums deserving medals and how you should act within your dance school

The News is Out! 30.01.2026

Reframing the pod, about Aspire and our planning application!

THE ASPIRE DIARIES - Coming Soon 🌈✨ 22.01.2026

Tune in on Friday 30th January 2026!

My Little Shadow (feat.Kiwi) 06.12.2025

Noisy eating, a pitchy ballad and a weirdly good memory

Dear Oh Dear 22.11.2025

A couple of Charlotte’s mistakes from over the years

Aspire, Believe, Achieve (feat. K-Moz) 08.11.2025

Curls, being a twin and what it’s really like becoming a professional dancer

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