TED 19 | She Says Selfish, I Say Inspired: A Conversation With Rasa

The Empowered Dancers Podcast

Join us for a conversation with the incredible Rasa Pauzaite, a professional salsa and bachata dancer, teacher, and performer! With so many years of experience under her belt, Rasa has so much to share with dancers, she is a treasure trove of knowledge! Rasa the Dancer is a favourite at dance events in the UK and beyond, bringing joy and expertise to every class.
In this episode, we explore the importance of respecting dance levels and boundaries in classes, while also being open to new experiences and trying different styles to keep the joy alive. Rasa also shares her experience of teaching at festivals and the skill of adapting to the group and providing appropriate guidance to benefit students.
What to expect in this episode:
(01:00) - The start dancing for Rasa
(02:15) - Rasa’s online Dance space + being authentic
(07:12) - What is okay to ask in a lesson?
(12:52) - Rasa’s favourite classes to teach at a festival
(14:52) - The Cuban Fury movie experience!
(16:55) - Rasa’s Mission in salsa and bachata
(24:07) - Kizomba - the joy of being a beginner again!
About Rasa Pauzaite
Rasa Pauzaite is a dynamic figure in the dance community, renowned for her expertise and fire in salsa and bachata. As a professional dancer, teacher, and performer, she brings passion and energy to every aspect of her work. Rasa is also a wonderful YouTube personality, hosting the popular channel "Dance with Rasa," where she shares educational dance content and tutorials with her followers. Her website, dancewithrasa.com, is a rich resource for dancers seeking to improve their skills and stay motivated right from their own home.
Connect with Rasa Pauzaite
Website: https://www.dancewithrasa.com/
Website: www.dancewithrasa.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DancewithRasa/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rasapauzaite/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanceWithRasa
About Bobbie Miles
Bobbie Miles is a social dancer and local teacher based in Bristol. The Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba scene is special to so many, Bobbie included. However, the more she danced, the more she became aware of inappropriate behaviours in the scene, ranging from low-level “creepiness” to undeniable abuses of power. After being bullied by a teacher one time too many, Bobbie realized that she would no longer keep quiet and be subject to any sort of misconduct, and nor should anyone else. Bobbie is an advocate for speaking up, boundary setting, and respect in the dance scene. Through The Empowered Dancers Podcast, she promotes transparency, understanding, and accountability and as a public speaker, she talks about putting boundary setting and respect into practice, both on and off the dance floor.
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