205. Redefining Dance Team Leadership: From Captains to Collaborative Roles

In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea explores the evolving landscape of leadership within dance teams in both school and studio settings. She highlights how the traditional role of a team captain is changing, with a shift towards shared leadership models where multiple dancers contribute to leadership roles. Dr. Chelsea discusses five key trends in athlete leadership, emphasizing the importance of both formal and informal leaders. This episode is for coaches and studio teachers who will both gain valuable insights into fostering positive team culture and effective leadership among dancers. Leadership Training Course: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/courses Episode Resources: https://passionfordancepodcast.com/205 Episode Breakdown: 00:40 The Role of Captains in Dance Culture 02:33 Evolving Leadership Models in Dance 03:14 Shared and Distributed Leadership 05:25 The Decline of Traditional Captains 07:24 The Rise of Informal Leaders 10:08 Leadership Training for Modern Athletes