226. Why Your Dance Team Has Cliques and 5 Ways to Handle It

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea discusses the negative impacts of cliques within dance teams and offers strategies to foster a more inclusive team culture. She shares 5 practical strategies with real tools you can implement today. Dance coaches, you can establish a culture where every dancer feels respected, valued, and included, ultimately leading to a more motivated and cohesive team that’s a lot more fun dance with.

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Episode Breakdown:

00:45 Understanding Cliques in Dance Teams

02:18 Building a Team-First Mindset

04:29 Mixing Up Groups to Prevent Cliques

07:23 Fostering Cross-Skill Interactions

09:20 Structured Conversations to Prevent Misunderstandings

10:58 Setting Clear Norms and Rewarding Inclusion

15:02 Conclusion and Additional Resources