Passion for Dance

About Passion for Dance

You train extensively as a dancer, but what about mental training? Have you ever trained your mental skills like confidence, focus, or resilience? When you tune in to Passion for Dance, that mental training is precisely what you get. You can learn from a sport psychology expert who understands the dance industry and can teach you how to elevate your performance and truly thrive on and off stage. Welcome to Passion for Dance, where your host, Dr. Chelsea, will bring the science of sport psychology into the dance studio. Each week, you will learn actionable strategies and new mindsets to build happier, more successful dancers. Dance teaches us to push through the pain to reach our goals, and we are used to criticism, tears, bleeding toes, and sore muscles. But now, psychological research has taught us more about mental health and resilience than ever before, and it's time to change our industry for the better. Being a dancer teaches us critical life skills, but that doesn't mean we have to suffer before we can build ourselves back up. Dance can teach us self-discipline, teamwork, confidence, grit, and resilience without destroying our self-esteem. The path to personal growth is full of joy, self-discovery, and challenging roadblocks, but we don't have to figure it out alone. This podcast is for all of us to connect, learn, and share our passion for dance with the world.

Publisher

Dr Chelsea Pierotti

Category

arts · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Feb 2021

Latest episode

29 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

276 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jan 2026

   A Note from Dr. Chelsea & the Future of the Show

   While the show is on hold, you can check out all past 200+ episodes with all of the support and advice you expect from Dr. Chelsea. https://passionfordancepodcast.com If you have any questions or thoughts to share, you can always email Dr. Chelsea at hello@chelseapierotti.com or send a message on Instagram @dr.chelsea.pierotti

2. 

   22 Jan 2026

   234: Feeling STUCK as a Coach and Navigating Career Transitions

   In this episode of 'Passion for Dance,' Dr. Chelsea delves into career transitions… when do you know it's time for something new? She breaks down five key strategies to help navigate these pivotal decisions, including understanding emotional barriers, finding clarity through action, reframing fears, seeking support, and focusing on controllable factors. Dr. Chelsea also shares her personal journey through a career identity crisis. This episode offers actionable advice and personal experiences to support anyone in the dance industry facing a similar crossroads. Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/234 Episode Breakdown: 00:42 Understanding the Feeling of Being Stuck 01:14 Career Decision Making Strategies 02:25 Emotional Barriers and Self-Reflection 04:25 Taking Action for Clarity 06:18 Reframing Your Fears 08:25 Seeking Support and Mentorship 09:39 External Factors and Controlling the Controllables 11:26 Dr. Chelsea's Personal Career Transition

3. 

   18 Dec 2025

   233. Nourishing Dance: Conversations on Food, Body Image, and Wellness with Monika Saigal

   In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea interviews Monika Seigel, MS, RD, CEDS-C, CDN a registered dietician, nutritionist and certified eating disorder specialist with a background in professional ballet. Monika discusses her holistic approach to nutrition for dancers, emphasizing the importance of a healthy relationship with food and body image. The conversation covers important topics like the impact of social media misinformation, the signs of disordered eating, and the role of educators and parents in fostering a supportive environment. Monika also shares insights from her new book 'Nourishing Dance,' a resource aimed at improving dancer health and wellbeing. Get Monika's Book: https://www.nourishingdance.com Learn more about Monika's workshops: https://msnutrition.com/ Other Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/233 Episode Breakdown: 00:08 Meet Monika Seigel 00:31 The Role of Nutrition in a Dancer's Life 04:02 Healthy Eating and Relationship with Food 07:25 Challenges and Misinformation in Nutrition 13:55 Guidance for Teachers and Parents 20:48 Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating 22:15 Common Triggers and Influences 24:31 Early Signs and Intervention 26:21 Behavioral and Physical Indicators 28:57 Supporting a Friend or Peer 30:01 Creating a Supportive Dance Environment 35:07 Positive Changes and Future Goals 38:46 Resources and Final Thoughts

Who has been a guest on Passion for Dance

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Alexandra Beller
• Julie Opiel
• Lesley Logan
• Dr Chelsea Pierotti
• Hannah Teutscher

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

68 ratings

Spotify

4.8 / 5

49 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

92

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

92