Ep 14: The Top 3 Responsibilities of Dance Teachers

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 of dance teachers: to train, teach, and protect. These three pillars form the foundation of great dance education and lasting impact. Cara explains how teachers can build strong technique, create safe learning environments, and foster discipline and character in their students. Whether you’re leading a room full of beginners or mentoring advanced dancers, this episode will help you elevate your purpose as an educator.

Cara talked about:

• The 3 core responsibilities of every dance teacher: to train, teach, and protect
• How training goes beyond choreography to build dancers’ technique and confidence
• The power of teaching life skills:  discipline, respect, and accountability through dance
• Why protecting your students means guiding them with integrity and emotional awareness
• How balancing structure with care creates sustainable growth and lasting results

This episode will remind you why being a dance teacher is both an honor and a calling. By training with intention, teaching with wisdom, and protecting with love, you’ll create dancers who are not only skilled but grounded, confident, and ready to thrive.

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