Recreational vs. Competitive Dance - Understanding the Differences

Guests - Katie Kruse and Julie Kay Stallcup 

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

In Episode 82 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we are exploring the differences and similarities between recreational and competitive dance with two fantastic guests, IDA judge Katie Kruse and dance educator Julie Kay Stallcup.

Topics Include:

• Definitions of recreational dance and competitive dance (and how those definitions can change depending on venue)
•  Advice for parents and studio owners to streamline their recreational or competitive dance experience
•  The evolution of dance competitions to include recreational and intermediate divisions, and the pros and cons of those decisions

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• Julie Kay Stallcup - @Juliekaystallcup

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