In this episode, Cara is joined again by physical therapy assistant Kate Pagano to unpack what true competition mom success actually looks like, and why so much competition-season stress has nothing to do with a dancer’s performan...

In this episode, Cara is joined again by physical therapy assistant Kate Pagano to break down a critical distinction every dance teacher needs to understand: the difference between technique symptoms, root causes, and actual injuries. Together,...

When competition results don’t match what you saw on stage, here’s why it happens and how to win anyway.In this episode, Cara breaks down one of the most frustrating moments for dance teachers and studio owners: when competition results ...

In this episode, Cara dives into one of the most important, and most overlooked, foundations of a successful dance studio: positive studio culture. From teachers and dancers to parents and staff, Cara explains how culture is created through dai...

Competition season is here, and with long weekends, travel, pressure, and high expectations, it can either elevate your dancers or completely drain them. In this episode, Cara breaks down how to crush competitive season with intention by suppor...

A simple framework that changes how dancers, teachers, and leaders approach an entire year — mentally and physically.In this episode, Cara breaks down The ABCs of a New Year, a powerful mindset and movement framework designed fo...

As the year comes to a close, Cara shares a simple but powerful framework to help teachers, studio owners, and creatives move forward with purpose. This episode focuses on reflection without regret, celebrating progress without pressure, and pr...

In this episode, Cara breaks down one of the biggest teaching blind spots in the dance industry: correcting symptoms instead of strategy. As studio owners and dance teachers move toward a new year, this conversation challenges how we dia...

In this episode, Cara breaks down why alignment over everything isn’t just a philosophy — it’s the fastest path to real technique growth. She challenges the belief that moving faster, adding more layers, or piling on props creates better dancer...

In this episode, Cara introduces the transformative concept of the vertical learning ladder — a framework that helps teachers, dancers, and studio owners shift from comfortable, parallel learning to elevated, intentional vertical learning. Inst...

In this empowering episode, Cara opens up a deeply needed conversation about overcoming imposter syndrome in the dance world, as dancers, teachers, and studio owners. She shares the mindset shifts, practical reflections, and real-life examples ...

In this episode, Cara breaks down the real behaviors that make a dancer desirable vs. unhirable in class, auditions, and professional environments. After teaching across studios and conventions nationwide, she’s sharing the patterns sh...

What if the biggest technique breakthrough your dancers need has nothing to do with more hours… and everything to do with deeper body awareness?In this episode, Cara sits down with educator and movement strategist Kelsey Nelson,...

In this episode, Cara uncovers one of the most overlooked obstacles in dance training: muscular imbalances. These hidden issues often disguise themselves as lack of flexibility or mobility, but in reality, they’re what’s holding dancers back fr...

Discover how to stop “winging it” and start building real, lasting success with strategy that aligns with your creative mind.In this episode, Cara dives deep into what truly drives long-term growth — strategy. As creatives, it’s...

How can dance teachers recognize early signs of injury before it happens? In this second part of our injury prevention series, we uncover the timing, science, and simple in-class techniques that keep dancers strong and safe.Welcome to Ep...

How can dance teachers train dancers to their highest potential while preventing injury? This episode uncovers the science behind safe, powerful, and sustainable training.In Episode 15 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon welcomes b...

What are the top three responsibilities every dance teacher should carry? This episode breaks them down with clarity, purpose, and heart.In Episode 14 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon unpacks the top three responsibilities o...

How do you build a mindset strong enough to support your purpose? This episode continues the powerful conversation on aligning with the right season of your life.In Episode 13 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon continues her conve...

What if the delays in your journey weren’t setbacks, but part of the exact timing of your purpose?In Episode 12 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon sits down with special guest Gina Pero to talk about purpose, timing, and how delay...

How much time is wasted in your dance classes without you even realizing it? This episode shows you how to turn those wasted moments into powerful opportunities for growth.In Episode 11 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon digs into...

What’s the real secret behind clean turns? It all comes down to mastering spotting — and teaching dancers to focus with precision.In Episode 10 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon reveals the secret to spotting and why it’s the fou...

What does it really mean to be called higher? This episode explores how to step into your highest purpose with clarity, courage, and peace.In Episode 9 of It’s All Relative, Cara Dixon shares three powerful elements that help da...

What if the true return on investment in your studio has less to do with money and more to do with impact, culture, and service?Today, Cara redefines ROI for studio owners, teachers, and dancers. While most people think ROI is about fina...

How do you balance nurturing dancers while still pushing them to their highest potential? This episode shows you how to build a feedback culture that does both.Cara unpacks the idea of building a feedback culture inside the studio. A fee...