We’re sitting down with Miranda Jimenez — choreographer and assistant coach for the nationally acclaimed Southwood Middle School Dance Team

Listen in as Miranda shares her full-circle dance journey — from her years as a Southwood dance team dancer, to choosing a conservatory high school, continuing her training at the University of South Florida, and traveling throughout Europe on a dance study abroad

We talk about: Life-changing training experiences Teaching, privates, and mentoring the next generation Helping young dancers chase their dance dreams The difference between performing on the UDA stage versus standing on the sidelines as a coach

This episode is all about growth, perspective, and what it means to pour back into the program that helped shape you and how dance is a possible career with the right training and determination.

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Sit down with Katie Wilson, Assistant Coach of the University of Miami Sunsations, as she takes us through her incredible dance journey — from college dance life to the Marlins Mermaids, lighting up the floor as a Miami Heat Dancer, and living out a dream as a backup dancer for Pitbull.

Katie gets real about the power of social media, why connections matter in the dance world, and how relationships can open doors to auditions and career-changing opportunities.

Now stepping into a new chapter as Assistant Coach of UM Sunsations, Katie is gearing up to experience her first College Nationals with the team — and she’s sharing all the excitement, insight, and lessons learned along the way.

✨ If you’re a dancer, coach, or dance parent chasing the next level — this episode is a must-listen.

We’re sitting down with National Champion Southwood Middle School Dance Team Coach, Hilda Jimenez — and trust us, this is a must-listen 👏

From training dancers at the middle school level, to mastering the balance of being a strict, disciplined coach while still serving as a mother figure, Coach Hilda shares the wisdom only years of excellence can teach.

We dive into:
✨ How dance teams have evolved over the years
✨ Where the dance team industry is headed next
✨ The excitement (and emotions!) of attending Worlds for the very first time 🌍
✨ And what it really takes to build champions from the ground up

Come sit with us and listen to a true dance legend— and learn how her experience can help you, your dancers, and your program grow.

🎙️ BA SHOWOFF — where real dance conversations live