Join hosts Natasha Leas and Bre Acosta for a special live audience recording of the Beyond the Marley Podcast from the USASF Dance and Cheer National Conference in Las Vegas at the Hilton Hotel Conference Center & Spa.

In this episode, Natasha and Bre sit down with two powerhouse leaders in the industry:
Becky Herrera, Founder of CheerForce in California, who grew her program from just 11 athletes in a park to multiple cheer gyms across several states.
Melissa Strong, Owner of 5678! Dance Studio in North Sioux City, South Dakota, whose dancers have earned both national and world recognition. Melissa shares how she has built a program that produces elite-level talent while keeping dance accessible to all.

This inspiring conversation dives into growth, leadership, and creating lasting impact in the dance and cheer community.

Special thank you to USASF Sarah Miller-Bates and the USASF Editing Team.

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Heading into nationals season or to that next competition and dread the warm up floor? We got you covered! In this episode Natasha shares her expert advice on how to win the warmups. From working with college, high school, and All Star teams, Natasha shares her insights on what creates the best warm up for your dancers to have their best performance when they hit the stage!

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This week, Bre breaks down the psychology behind a successful competition performance, In this episode, she explores how managing self-talk and staying calm under pressure can prevent "weird" mistakes on stage. With real-life examples and expert tips on peak performance, Bre shows how dancers can avoid the pitfalls of negative thinking and cultivate confidence instead. Whether you're a coach, dancer, or parent, you'll leave with practical strategies to help athletes shine and stay focused in high-stakes moments. Don't miss out on this valuable episode full of mental performance hacks for the dance floor!

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