Dancing with Disabilities & Special Needs - Creating Inclusivity in Dance

Guests - Chelsie Hill and Kim SmithHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 101 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, guests Chelsie Hill, a dancer and wheelchair user, and Kim Smith, founder of A Chance To Dance, a program for dancers with special needs and disabilities, join Courtney and Lesley for a conversation about creating inclusivity in dance.Topics Include: Why Kim doesn't place her dancers in special needs categories at competitive events How Chelsie created an inclusive, meaningful and successful company (The Rollettes)  How dance studios and dance makers can advocate for dancers of all abilities and circumstances in their communitiesIf you love Making The Impact and want to support our podcast, buy us a coffee now on Ko-Fi! Your donation will go directly towards helping create quality content for future episodes. We appreciate your support! ❤️Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceChelsie Hill - @chelsiehillRollettes - @rollettes_laKim Smith - @achancetodance_cltCheck out our guests' current projects! Rollettes Experience - July 21-July 24 - An in-person event in California for any and all women who use a mobility device. This episode is sponsored by:Dance Costumes by UrzúaCustom Dance Costumes and Dancewear for made every body! Use code: IMPACT15 for 15% off all costumes and dancewear! Dancer FitnessHundreds of exercises & training plans designed for dancers!Monthly membership starts at just $1Use code: IMPACT20 for 20% off your annual membership! Join our NEW Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comJoin your hosts Courtney Ortiz & Lesley Mealor at the Capezio Flagship Store in the heart of New York City for a LIVE podcast recording of Making the Impact!  PLUS - a bonus master class with Courtney, lunch at Capezio, swag bag freebies, dance wear discounts & more! Saturday, March 30th, 2024 - RSVP and register for class now! Dancer Fitness Exercises & training plans designed for Dancers! Receive 20% Annual Membership! Use code: IMPACT20Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show