B.A. Showoff

A mother-daughter podcast for all things dance and dance team hosted by Rebecca Santalo (Coral Reef High School dance coach) and Alexandra Santalo (Our Lady of Lourdes Academy dance coach)

B.A. Showoff is a arts podcast hosted by Alexandra Santalo, with 81 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Alexandra Santalo hosts B.A. Showoff, a arts show with 81 episodes published.

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  Episode #83

  B.A. Showoff Episode 83: Shan Stavropoulos Part 1

  Sep 29, 202641 minS5

  We’re taking you inside the competition world with the incredible Shan Stavropoulos, former coach of the Millard West High School Dance Team, now a respected dance team consultant and judge! Shan brings SO much insight into what judges are really looking for, what makes a routine stand out, and how coaches can help their teams bring their absolute best to the competition floor. If you’re a coach who wants to take your team to the next level and understand what it takes to compete—and WIN—you do NOT want to miss this 3-part series with Shan! Get ready for honest insight, competition strategy, and tips that could change the way you approach your next routine. 3 PARTS. ONE INCREDIBLE CONVERSATION

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  Episode #82

  B.A. Showoff Episode 82: On The Road to the NDCA Coaches Conference in Dallas

  Sep 23, 202633 minS5

  ️ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ️ B.A. Showoff is taking you to Dallas, Texas! ✨ Back in May, we had the opportunity to attend the National Dance Coaches Conference (NDCA), and we’re bringing the experience straight to you! In this episode, we’re talking all about what makes this conference such an incredible experience for dance professionals. We’re breaking down: ✨ The amazing vendors and what they have to offer The classes, education, and learning opportunities The awards and recognition celebrating our dance community The connections, networking, and community ⭐ And all the benefits of becoming an NDCA member and making the conference an annual part of your dance journey! Whether you’re already an NDCA member, thinking about joining, or simply curious about what the conference is all about, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at why attending each year can be such a valuable experience. Tune in to the newest episode of B.A. Showoff and come experience NDCA in Dallas with us! #BAShowoff #Podcast #DancePodcast #NDCA #NationalDanceCoachesAssociation #DanceCommunity #DanceProfessionals #DanceTeachers #DanceCoaches #DanceConference #DanceEducation #DanceLife #DallasTexas

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  Episode #81

  B.A. Showoff Episode 81: After Hours with Val & Kristin Part 2

  Sep 15, 202640 minS5

  B.A. SHOWOFF — NEW EPISODE! ✨ What if you didn’t have to choose between your dance team AND your studio? We sit down with Val from Lourdes Dance Team and Kristin Liu from Dance Limited for an inspiring conversation about finding the balance between it all — school, dance team, studio, competitions, conventions, friends, and now the college recruitment process! ✨ Val has experienced it all. From attending Convention Dance World, performing and competing with her studio, to representing her high school dance team on the floor and at competitions — she’s found a way to make BOTH worlds work. And the biggest takeaway? You CAN do both. ❤️ With the support of your dance coach, studio owner, parents, teammates, friends — and a commitment to communication, time management and knowing your priorities — it IS possible to have the best of both worlds. School. Studio. Dance Team. Friends. And chasing your college dance dreams. Join us for a conversation about what it really takes to balance it all without having to give up the things you love. B.A. SHOWOFF — because sometimes the secret isn’t choosing one… it’s learning how to do both!

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  Episode #80

  B.A. Showoff Episode 80: After Hours with Val & Kristin Part 1

  Sep 8, 202637 minS4

  B.A. SHOWOFF — NEW EPISODE! ✨ What if you didn’t have to choose between your dance team AND your studio? We sit down with Val from the Our Lady of Lourdes Dance Team and Kristin Liu from Dance Unlimited for an inspiring conversation about finding the balance between it all — school, dance team, studio, competitions, conventions, friends, and now the college recruitment process! ✨ Val has experienced it all. From attending Convention Dance World, performing and competing with her studio, to representing her high school dance team on the floor and at competitions — she’s found a way to make BOTH worlds work. And the biggest takeaway? You CAN do both. ❤️ With the support of your dance coach, studio owner, parents, teammates, friends — and a commitment to communication, time management and knowing your priorities — it IS possible to have the best of both worlds. School. Studio. Dance Team. Friends. And chasing your college dance dreams. Join us for a conversation about what it really takes to balance it all without having to give up the things you love. B.A. SHOWOFF — because sometimes the secret isn’t choosing one… it’s learning how to do both!

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  B.A. Showoff

  B.A. Showoff Episode 79: College Coach Series After Hours with Nyah, Joyce and Jonni Part 3

  Sep 2, 202655 min

  ️ B.A. SHOWOFF — AFTER HOURS | PART THREE ️ We’re wrapping up our 3-part After Hours series with three incredible Florida college dance coaches — Joni from the University of Miami, Joyce from UCF, and Nyah from Florida State University! In Part Three, we’re going behind the scenes of what it REALLY takes to coach a college dance team. How different is coaching college compared to high school? What changes when your dancers are balancing academics, football games, team events, choreography, travel, competition and the pressure of performing at the highest level? We’re talking about it ALL! ✨ College vs. High School Dance Team Life ✨ Breaking down and understanding the scoresheets ✨ What coaches see when they watch a routine ✨ Preparing a team throughout the season ✨ Working with choreographers and developing a championship routine ✨ Football games, school events and everything that happens OFF the competition floor ✨ The highs, the challenges and the moments that make coaching so special ✨ And finally… each coach shares their final thoughts and advice for dancers dreaming of competing at the collegiate level! This entire 3-part conversation has been filled with laughs, stories, behind-the-scenes moments and SO much insight into the world of college dance. And if you’ve ever wondered what happens BEFORE the team steps onto the UDA Nationals floor… this is the episode you don’t want to miss! B.A. SHOWOFF — AFTER HOURS PART THREE — THE FINAL EPISODE Three coaches. Three powerhouse programs. One incredible conversation about the love of dance, competition, teamwork and what it takes to BE A SHOW OFF. ❤️ Come join us for the finale

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