The (Im)Perfect Cheerleader Podcast

In this episode, I reveal why pro dance teams hesitate to interact with the professional players and why I think they should do more of it! Sign up for The Professional Cheerleader Membership here: https://theprofessionalcheerleadercourse.thinkific.com/bundles/the-professional-cheerleader-membership

We now have a registered dietitian as part of The Professional Cheerleader team!  Sarah Kim is a phenomenal resource for all your dietary needs as a dancer. With her on our team you can get lab tests to understand what foods work best for your body, participate in Q&A sessions, where she can answer all your dietary questions, and see her at an in-person workshop where she will demonstrate heal...

Learn how you can embody these character traits of a dancer while also maintaining who you are! The membership is coming back soon! Stay tuned bestie.

Focus on these moves in the gym to tighten up your pro cheer movements and become a dynamic dancer without even having to think about it!

I could go on and on about how amazing the KCD (@knickscitydancers) rebrand is. They really are setting a new tone for pro sports dancing and I am here for it! Definitely understand how much dancers love what they do, but I think it’s amazing that these dancers are being valued by their organization through resources, compensation, support and benefits. Dancers are such an important part of not on...

We're talking legacy, stalkers, and the not so glamorous side of being a pro cheerleader. The Netflix show, America's Sweethearts - The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders touches on all aspects of performing at the highest level. We are breaking down the series in Part 3 of the series recap. Click the links below to watch part 1 and part 2: Part 1 - https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/l9KCd5KZjL...

We often focus on the hopefuls during shows like this, but do we know much about the coaches and directors and understand the job they've been given? I think once we understand how they handle auditions from their perspective, we may learn to navigate auditions in a different way. We also touch on what's next after pro cheerleading and finding who you are after moving on from dance. Check...

If you've been watching the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix show, then you may have feelings of excitement, sadness, nostalgia, etc. Let's unpack all of it in this first episode review of the first 2 episodes of the show. This may be the dance therapy you didn't know you needed. Enjoy! Sign up to receive a weekly pro dance newsletter by emailing vip@theprofesisonalcheerleader.com H...

Keleigh Dunston is a former NFL Cheerleader for the Carolina Panthers Topcats. She started her dance journey at 3 years old, and started competing at the age of 7. Years down the road she continued dancing for her high school dance team and then at the collegiate level. She attended East Carolina University where she was on the dance team for 4 years and served as a captain her senior year. After...

Your mind is powerful and sometimes it can be in a toxic relationship with your body. Let's talk about how overthinking affects how you pick up and practice new dance moves. Give me a follow on Instagram and let me know what you think of this podcast! - @theprofessionalcheerleader

It's an election year and everyone's sharing their opinions about any and everything on the internet. Let's go through some tricks of the trade on how you can use social media to your best advantage as you continue training to become a pro cheer dancer. Love this podcast? Share it with a friend, share on social and/or leave a review about how this episode or podcast helped you on your...

Amber Tacy says she doesn’t have direct ties to the professional cheerleading world (other than a handful of auditions for the Brooklynettes and Jets teams), but she did work as a professional dancer in the commercial space on TV shows like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Films like How to Be Single and Ads including Anastasia cosmetics and Ruby Tuesdays. She has technical training in ballet, modern...

What if you want to be on a team so bad, that you'll audition for more than one team to increase your chances? What are the pros and what are the cons? We're covering it on this episode. Enjoy!

Pros, you are in for a treat! If you ever wanted tangible interview tips from someone who gets it, this episode is definitely for you. Mia Williams is an entrepreneur and career influencer. Currently, she serves as CEO for The Colors of Her Success (TCHS), the #1 resource community for Black women navigating their early-stage careers. With TCHS, Mia offers actionable networking, career, and person...

Injuries suck, they just do. In this episode, I talk about what you can do during the healing process to come back even stronger and stay motivated. Like this episode, leave a review and share with a friend! Stay tuned for more great episodes and guests!

Alisha was born and raised in Upstate New York where she trained competitively in dance (all styles), gymnastics (level 8), cheerleading (Junior Varsity and Varsity), film/television (TVI Studios, NY/ L.A), and Theater. She is the Founder and Artistic Director of LDC (Lynchburg Dance Connection) of Lynchburg, Virginia, Charlotte, North Carolina, and Upstate New York and is the current leader of LD...

Counts or musicality? Having both can make you a dynamic dancer, coachable and adaptable to any choreographer or class. Listen in to hear how important it is to count to the music and feel into the music.

Ever been rejected? Instead of those thoughts of "not enoughness," think about this. Listen for more.

My former teammate Cori Hurm came on the podcast to talk about her pro cheer journey, fitness, life as a content creator and how to stay disciplined in your nutrition routine. We even go deeper into some topics that may be surprising and she reveals when she feels the most confident. Enjoy this episode with Cori. Follow Cori at @coriraefit on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

On this episode we're talking about why you are not making it and what to do about it. Don't forget to sign up for Jas and Janel's Pro Bootcamp until Feb. 21. https://becomingprocheerleader.lpages.co/jjprobootcamp

Even if you don't think it, know that the judges do have your back when you are auditioning. In this episode we talk about this mindset shift in order to get you through your audition with confidence. Jas and Janel's Pro Bootcamp: https://becomingprocheerleader.lpages.co/jjprobootcamp

Everyone, I am so pumped to have the one and only, the GOAT, my mom (Veronica Neely), on the podcast. My mom is the reason why I fell in love with dancing and performing and she is on this week to talk about the things she went through during all the years of supporting me through dance, how she did it, what she learned and the challenges she faced. Let's just say she's a legend, and I am...

Everyone wants to be seen, right? How do we get over where we are placed in a formation or during an audition. Sign up for Jas and Janel's Pro Bootcamp and use the code JJPRO20 for 20% off until January, 19, 2024. https://becomingprocheerleader.lpages.co/jjprobootcamp

We all have our eras, but what era are you in dance? Listen in to find out how to leverage your era in 2024!

Here's the thing, when I take on private clients or teach a class, I'm always wanting more from majority of the dancers I work with. More energy, in particular. As a result, I'm often asked "How do I have more energy?" Listen in to find out!