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The Locker Room

Want to know what happens in the locker room and beyond in the Pro Sports Dance Space? Amira Mourad the founder of The Cultivate Code and former NBA dancer and coach is giving you the inside scoop on what it takes to actually make it onto a pro dance team. And spoiler alert - it’s so much more than dance.

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Average duration
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Episodes
33
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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The Secret to Faster Growth as an Aspiring Pro Dancer

The Secret to Faster Growth as an Aspiring Pro Dancer

Are you working hard but not seeing the results you want at auditions?

In this episode, Amira breaks down why direct feedback from a coach is the fastest way to grow, and how it helps you avoid wast…

00:19:40  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
How to Clean Up Your Social Media Before Pro Dance Auditions

How to Clean Up Your Social Media Before Pro Dance Auditions

Is Your Social Media Holding You Back from Making the Team? Episode Description: Your social media is more than just a highlight reel, it’s part of your audition. In this episode, Amira shares what e…

00:10:22  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
Ask Me Anything!

Ask Me Anything!

🎙️ The Locker Room Podcast

Episode Title: Ask Me Anything: Auditions, Performance Tips & Rookie Mistakes
Host: Amira Mourad (@thecultivatecode)

Episode Summary:
In this special Ask Me Anything episode…

00:12:09  |   Sat 31 May 2025
How to Nail Your Facials for Pro Dance Auditions

How to Nail Your Facials for Pro Dance Auditions

Description:
In this episode of The Locker Room, we’re diving deep into one of the most common challenges dancers face...facials. Whether you're preparing for an NFL or NBA dance team audition, or jus…

00:22:24  |   Fri 25 Apr 2025
Your Mindset Shift That Could Change Everything

Your Mindset Shift That Could Change Everything

In this episode of The Locker Room, host Amira Mourad shares a powerful story from her early days auditioning for the Phoenix Suns dance team. What looked like a rejection turned out to be a pivotal…

00:11:23  |   Fri 11 Apr 2025
Mock Auditions Recap: Feedback &  Key Takeaways

Mock Auditions Recap: Feedback & Key Takeaways

In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, we’re breaking down everything from our recent Mock Auditions, the feedback and key takeaways for dancers preparing for their dream teams.

If you’ve ever w…

00:19:23  |   Thu 03 Apr 2025
Navigating Pro Auditions and Pro Cheer Prep with Oscar Hernandez

Navigating Pro Auditions and Pro Cheer Prep with Oscar Hernandez

🎙 Title: Navigating Pro Auditions and Pro Cheer Prep with Oscar Hernandez 

📢 Description:
In this episode of The Locker Room, Amira and Oscar dive deep into the world of Pro Dance auditions and profe…

00:42:49  |   Thu 27 Mar 2025
Game Time Dance Convention with Anna Parrish

Game Time Dance Convention with Anna Parrish

In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Amira sits down with Anna Parrish, former NFL and NHL dancer turned coach and co-founder of the Game Time Dance Convention. They discuss how this conventio…

00:22:17  |   Thu 13 Mar 2025
Mastering Freestyle for Pro Dance Auditions

Mastering Freestyle for Pro Dance Auditions

Episode Summary:
Do you dread the freestyle portion of auditions, or do you thrive in the moment? In this episode, we break down how to get comfortable with freestyle and improv, so you can show up co…

00:14:53  |   Thu 06 Mar 2025
Pro Dance Auditions: Insider Tips to Stand Out & Succeed

Pro Dance Auditions: Insider Tips to Stand Out & Succeed

The Locker Room Podcast –Pro Dance Auditions: Insider Tips to Stand Out & Succeed

🎙 Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, Amira dives into frequently asked questions about the p…

00:22:24  |   Fri 28 Feb 2025
From Interest to Action: The Mindset Shift You Need

From Interest to Action: The Mindset Shift You Need

Episode Summary:
Are you interested in making your pro dance dreams a reality, or are you committed? In this episode, we break down the crucial difference between interest and commitment and why true …

00:17:48  |   Thu 20 Feb 2025
Positive Self-Talk & The Power of Mindset

Positive Self-Talk & The Power of Mindset

Episode Summary:

In this episode, we dive into the power of positive self-talk and how it directly impacts your confidence, performance, and success in auditions. If you've ever doubted yourself or f…

00:11:42  |   Thu 13 Feb 2025
Mastering Muscle Memory & Fundamentals for Pro Dance Success

Mastering Muscle Memory & Fundamentals for Pro Dance Success

🎙️ Episode Overview:
Did you know that repetition of fundamental elements allows you to store movement patterns in your muscle memory? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the importance of musc…

00:10:56  |   Thu 06 Feb 2025
The Power of Getting Ready as an Aspiring Pro dancer

The Power of Getting Ready as an Aspiring Pro dancer

The Locker Room Podcast – Episode 19: The Power of Getting Ready

🎙 Host: Amira Mourad (@amiramourad_)

💄 Why Getting Ready Matters:
In this episode, we dive into the importance of getting ready and how…

00:16:04  |   Thu 30 Jan 2025
Your Personal Brand: Elevating Your Pro Dance Career

Your Personal Brand: Elevating Your Pro Dance Career

 

Episode Summary

In this episode, your host Amira dives deep into the importance of your personal brand and how it can impact your dance career and auditions. Learn the three key elements that defin…

00:13:00  |   Thu 16 Jan 2025
Time Management for Aspiring + Current Pro dancers

Time Management for Aspiring + Current Pro dancers

The Locker Room Podcast – Episode Title: Time Management for Dancers

🎙️ Episode Summary
In this episode of The Locker Room Podcast, we dive deep into the essential topic of time management—especially …

00:22:54  |   Fri 20 Dec 2024
Unleashing Creativity and Confidence with Alli Fritz

Unleashing Creativity and Confidence with Alli Fritz

Episode Summary:

In this exciting episode of The Locker Room Podcast, host Amira Mourad sits down with Alli Fritz, a trailblazer in the pro dance world, to discuss her unique journey from a lifelong…

00:38:36  |   Thu 12 Dec 2024
The Importance of Fundamental Technique in your Pro Dance Audition

The Importance of Fundamental Technique in your Pro Dance Audition

 

On Today's Episode Amira talks about the fundamental 3 of her technique recommendations and how you should approach these next few months before heading into audition season. 

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00:09:45  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
How to transition from College to a Pro Dance Team with Jonni Rogers

How to transition from College to a Pro Dance Team with Jonni Rogers

On Today's Episode Amira talks to Former NFL Cheerleader and current College Dance Team coach about her experience as an NFL cheerleader and how her college dancers can transition to get ready for Pr…

00:45:07  |   Thu 17 Oct 2024
Nutrition + Fitness In The Pro Dance Space

Nutrition + Fitness In The Pro Dance Space

On Today's Episode Amira answers questions from our Instagram Broadcast Community on the Topic of Nutrition and Fitness and becoming a Pro Dancer. She dives into her experience navigating Nutrition a…

00:14:47  |   Thu 10 Oct 2024
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