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Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast

Impact Dance Adjudicators
Dance Education
Dance Competitions
Dance Competition
Competitive Dance
Broadway
Dance Industry
Backstage Management
Pay Rates
Pirouettes
Commercial Dance
Dance Preparation
Dance Costumes
Performance Skills
Theater Etiquette
Homeschooling
Union Vs. Non-Union
Cruise Ship Dancing
Fosse Style In Dance
Singing In Dance
Costuming In Dance

Have you ever wondered what goes on inside the mind of a dance competition judge? What does it take to impress the people behind the table? Join your hosts Courtney Ortiz, professional dancer, educator and owner of Impact Dance Adjudicators, and Lesley Mealor, veteran performer and judge, on Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, as they dive into all things dance competition! Each week,... more

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Guest: Samantha O'Neil

Hosted by: Courtney Ortiz

DECAdance Competition provides a totally unique competition and “un”convention experience, with genre-specific adjudicators, live music at their “un”convention, and complimentary meals for studio own... more

Guests - Kiyah Rush, Megan Friedman, Brandi George

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

In Episode 235 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we are excited to learn more about the world of dance convention assistants. Studio o... more

Guests - Tracey Boon and Rachel Perlman

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

This season on Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we're throwing it back to episodes we loved from previous seasons! Today on the podcast, we are hea... more

Guests - Lex Dorohoy and Amy Tully

Hosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley Mealor

In Episode 233 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, we tackle a tricky topic - how many solos does a dancer really need? IDA judges and dance educators L... more

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Recent Guests

Samantha Tirone O'Neil
Owner of DECAdance Competition
DECAdance Competition
Episode: IDA Competition Spotlight - DECAdance Competition
Megan Friedman
Studio owner with over 15 years of teaching experience
The Pack Dance Co.
Episode: What It Takes To Become a Dance Convention Assistant
Brandi George
Studio owner with extensive background in performance and teaching
The Pack Dance Co.
Episode: What It Takes To Become a Dance Convention Assistant
Kiyah Rush
Professional dancer and convention assistant based in New York City
Episode: What It Takes To Become a Dance Convention Assistant
Rachel Perlman
A dance judge and performer from Cape Cod, Massachusetts with extensive experience in musical theater.
Impact Dance Adjudicators
Episode: Throwback! S2 EP 62 - Eye on the Prize - How to Develop a Competitive Mindset
Tracey Boon
A studio owner and dance judge based in Alabama, emphasizing the importance of individualized goals.
Impact Dance Adjudicators
Episode: Throwback! S2 EP 62 - Eye on the Prize - How to Develop a Competitive Mindset
Lex Dorohoy
An IDA judge from the Atlanta area, newer to the roster.
Impact Dance Adjudicators
Episode: All About Solos - How Many Are Too Many?
Amy Tully
An experienced IDA judge who also took part in previous episodes.
Independent
Episode: All About Solos - How Many Are Too Many?
James Du Chateau
Assistant Director and Director of Competition Company at Dance Fusion Performing Arts Studio
Dance Fusion Performing Arts Studio
Episode: Studio Spotlight - Dance Fusion Performing Arts Studio

Hosts

Courtney Ortiz
Host and professional dancer, educator, and owner of Impact Dance Adjudicators, Courtney brings her expertise to discussions about competition standards and coordination within the dance community.
Lesley Mealor
Co-host with a background in performance and judging, Lesley contributes valuable insights into ranking criteria and the nuances of competitive dance.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 430 ratings
  • Where are the numbers?

    I love this podcast but wish they would number the episodes. When they refer to previous episodes by number I want to listen to them but it’s a challenge to find them . Is there a way to locate episodes by number that I am not aware of?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NJ studio owner
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent

    Super slick, professional podcast about a variety of topics of interest to competitive dancers. Interesting guests and discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDM14NZ
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • Love it! Great for new dancers and dancers who have been dancing for years

    Making The Impact is my favorite podcast to listen to! It is great for dancers, teachers, and parents. There’s so many different topics and episodes to learn from. I really love this podcast for competition prep or anytime. Making The Impact is an amazing podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diamond dancer 💎🩰
    United States8 months ago
  • My go-to listen!

    This podcast has been my favorite listen this year for this dancer-turned-dance mom! Courtney and Lesley are so fun to listen to, and my daughter and I learn a so much from each episode. One specific episode opened our eyes and helped us to make a difficult, yet necessary, decision for my daughter’s dance future and we could not be happier. This podcast should be at the top of every dancer’s and dance parent’s list!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanceMom731
    United Statesa year ago
  • Game Changer!

    I am a newer studio owner in Ontario, Canada and I absolutely love listening to this podcast. I too hope to “make an impact” in the world of dance and this podcast is full of so much knowledge and ideas that can be implemented into my programs. Would love to have my dancers judged by IDA judges! We might just have to make a trip some day soon!! Thanks for everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McKinlee P
    Canada2 years ago

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Many highlight the practical advice offered for navigating the competitive dance landscape, making it valuable for both new and experienced participants.
Feedback often emphasizes the podcast's role in fostering a supportive community, with an emphasis on mental health and well-being for dancers and their families.
Listeners appreciate the engaging format, praising its educational content and the hosts' friendly conversational style.
A few concerns are mentioned regarding the potential pressures of competition, indicating a wish for more discussions around balance and healthy practices.

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What It Takes To Become a Dance Convention Assistant
Q: Do you encourage your students to pursue these opportunities and how do they come about?
We have an older group of kiddos who are our pre-professional company. They attend optional conventions, aside from the ones that are required, allowing them to train and assist if that's their goal.
Live from Dance Teacher Web Conference 2025 in Las Vegas!
Q: How do judges weigh the percentage of performance versus execution in your score?
This depends on the scoring system, but generally, technique tends to be weighted more heavily because it is measurable and can be assessed more accurately.
Live from Dance Teacher Web Conference 2025 in Las Vegas!
Q: How do the competitions hold their rules accountable to the rules that they're stating that we're supposed to be following when it comes specifically to ACRO?
There are competitions that have relaxed the rules on ACRO, which leads to inconsistencies in scoring and categorization.
Summer Bonus Episode! LIVE from Streetz Dance Convention's Nationals 2025!
Q: What would your biggest advice be for a dancer in middle school or early high school whose goal is to be a professional?
Focus on technique, especially ballet, cross-train and be exposed to various dance styles, and network within the industry.
Summer Bonus Episode! LIVE from Streetz Dance Convention's Nationals 2025!
Q: How do you get the resources and training for your dancer on a budget?
Utilize online resources, be strategic with competition entries, and emphasize quality over quantity in training.

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2. Megan Friedman
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8. Amy Tully

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