Dance Colleges & Careers with Brittany Noltimier
Hey there, future dance superstars and parents! đ Are you a high school dynamo with a passion for dance and a gazillion questions about where to take your moves after graduation? Look no further! Join us on an exciting journey through the glittering world of dance colleges as we help you pirouette into the perfect program for you!
In our lively and upbeat podcast, we dish out the deets on the nation's top dance colleges, bringing you the inside scoop straight from the experts themselves â Deans, Professors, and even some cool cats who've strutted their stuff on those very same dance floors!
Picture this... fun-filled episodes packed with insights, interviews, and maybe a sprinkle of dance-floor magic! đşâ¨ We're on a mission to uncover what makes each University or College shine, because let's face it, choosing the right college is a big deal!
As your guide through this toe-tapping adventure, I've been there, done that. Picture a small-town dancer from North Dakota (yours truly!) feeling utterly lost in the whirlwind of senior year. I wasted time and money galore on university-hopping before finding my groove. Now, I'm here to save you from the same dance detours!
Discover your unique dance destiny, avoid the pitfalls, and learn how to thrive in the program that will make you the absolute best version of YOU. đ
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Let's dance our way to your bright future together! đđ #DanceYourDreams #dancers
So, slip on those dance shoes, hit play, and get ready to chassĂŠ into the future of your dreams!Â
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 75
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
#74: More Isnât Better: Why Dancers Need Quality Over Quantity in Class
Is your dancer convinced they need more classesâmore ballet, more privates, more conventionsâto succeed? The truth is, more hours donât always equal better results. In this episode of Dance Colleges âŚ
#73: Dance Studio Favoritism? What Parents Should Do (and NOT Do)
Your child comes home crying after classâand as a parent, your first instinct is to fix it. But hereâs the truth: the way you approach the situation can either support your childâs growth⌠or hold thâŚ
#72: Dance Instagram for Kids: Safe or Smart? Parent Guide to Social Media in Dance
Should your child have a dance Instagram account? Parents often wonder if itâs the ârightâ move to help their dancer gain exposure, connect with opportunities, or simply share their journey with frieâŚ
#71: Donât Compare Your Rehearsal to Their Perfect Post
In this empowering episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, host Brittany Noltimier reminds dancers, parents, and performers that what we see online is a filtered version of reality. From TikTok trendsâŚ
#70: How to Win Your Next Job Interview (Even If Youâre an Actor!)
Your next job interview doesnât have to be a nerve-wracking mess. Whether you're auditioning for a role or applying for a 9â5, the prep strategies are the same â and performers might even have an edgâŚ
#69: The 75% Rule: Why Even Great Dancers Donât Always Score High
Think your flawless technique is enough? Think again.
 In this episode, Brittany breaks down the 75% Rule â the hard truth behind why technically perfect dancers still fall short on score sheets. If yâŚ
#68: 3 Most Misunderstood Dance Competition Mistakes
What you think is helping⌠might be whatâs holding you back.
Clean technique? Check. Power tricks? Check. But still not placing? You might be making one of these 3 super commonâbut wildly misunderstooâŚ
#67: Itâs Not About More Class â Itâs About How You Take Dance Class
Smarter training, better attitude, and what top dancers actually do in rehearsalÂ
Think more classes are the key to success? Not quite. In this episode, I share what I saw at Nationals this year â incâŚ
#66: Nationals Mindset: How to Get the Most Out of Your Experience
Whatâs your mindset going into nationals? In this episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, I break down the difference between regionals and nationals â and how YOU (and your whole family!) can get theâŚ
#65: Use Your Strengths (And Hide What Doesnât Help You)
This weekâs episode is a reminder that you donât have to do it all â you just need to do you really well.
Iâm coming to you from a pageant venue in Orlando, where Iâve seen firsthand how dancers, singâŚ
#64: Quick Tricks vs Real Feels: The Truth About What Leaves a Lasting Impact on Stage
Too often, dancers obsess over tricks and forget about the magic that truly makes them unforgettable. In this episode, I share the difference between âquick tricksâ and âreal feelsâ â and why emotionâŚ
#63: Dancer First, Pageant Girl Second: How Pageants Can Boost Your Career
Not all pageant girls are prissy or pageant-bornâand dancers often make some of the BEST contestants.
In this episode, Iâm breaking down the surprising overlap between dance and pageants, especially sâŚ
#62: Why Your Preteen Dancer's Lack of Motivation Isnât a Sign to Quit
Is your once-excited dancer suddenly whining about going to class? Are they coming home tired, complaining, or glued to their phone? Before you think itâs time to pull them out of dance, listen to thâŚ
#61: Would I Hire You Based on Your Instagram?
Your social media is more than just a highlight reelâit's your personal brand. In this episode, I share the real story of reviewing potential hires and what their online presence told me before I eveâŚ
#60: Why Youâre Not Picking Up ChoreographyâAnd How Patterns Can Fix That
Struggle to pick up choreography? Youâre not aloneâand it might not be your memory at fault. In this episode, Brittany breaks down the power of patterns in music and movement. Learn how recognizing sâŚ
#59: Dancing Through Your Period: Real Talk and Relief Tips
Periods suckâbut missing class every month sucks more. In this honest and empowering episode, weâre talking all about how to survive dance class on your period. Whether youâre feeling bloated, crampyâŚ
#58: Start Now - How High School Dancers Can Prepare for College Dance Programs
In this weekâs episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, weâre talking about how middle and high school dancers can start preparing for college now. From summer intensives to portfolio-building and audiâŚ
#57: Is a Dance Degree Worth It? What Itâs Really Like to Major in Dance
Have you ever told someone you want to go to college for danceâand they didnât take you seriously?
In this episode of Dance Colleges and Careers, Iâm sharing the real truth behind what itâs like to maâŚ
#56: How to Understand Your Childâs Dance Critiques â Part 2: Technique Talk Decoded
Youâre back for Part 2âand this time, weâre talking pure technique. In this episode, Iâll help you break down the technical phrases your dancer may hear in critiques and what they actually mean. WeâlâŚ
#55: How to Understand Your Childâs Dance Critiques (Even When They Sound Like Another Language) Part 1: Posture, Placement, Presence
Have you ever listened to your childâs dance critiques and thought, âWhat does that even mean?â Youâre not alone. In this episode, we're diving into some of the most common phrases judges and teacherâŚ