#23 - Katya Virshilas The Competitive Edge: Life in Ballroom Dancing

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MOVE SWEAT DISCOVER

Avey Cortes

28 episodes

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The podcast where fitness meets self discovery. Join host Avey Cortes, as he dives into engaging conversations with inspiring guests. Each episode beginning with a challenging workout, exploring how movement can reveal insights about ourselves and our journeys. From personal triumphs to transformative lessons learned in the gym, we’ll uncover the powerful connections between physical activity and personal growth. Tune in to discover not just the stories of our guests, but perhaps a little more about yourself along the way. Let’s move, sweat and discover together!

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#23 - Katya Virshilas The Competitive Edge: Life in Ballroom Dancing

MOVE SWEAT DISCOVER

1 hour 6 minutes 33 seconds

5 months ago

#23 - Katya Virshilas The Competitive Edge: Life in Ballroom Dancing

In this episode of "Move, Sweat, Discover," I sit down with Katya Virshilas, a professional ballroom dancer and actress. Together, we delve into the transformative power of movement, reflecting on Katya's early dance experiences and the challenges of body image and competition in the dance world. We explore her journey from competitive dancing, acting in Hollywood and performing on Strictly Come Dancing. Katya opens up about her personal story of resilience, her drive to succeed against the odds, and the importance of community in empowering young dancers.

We also discuss the challenges she faced in the competitive dance environment, the impact of her breakthrough role, and how society's perception of dance has evolved. Finally we touche on her transition to Hong Kong, the founding of Ballroom Bees, and the significance of early childhood development through movement.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Movement

02:08 Katya's Early Dance Journey

05:55 Challenges in Dance and Body Image

10:00 Overcoming Adversity in the Dance World

12:00 The Drive to Succeed

12:58 The Competitive Nature of Ballroom Dancing

16:05 Transitioning from Competitive Dance to Acting

20:00 Life in Hollywood and New Beginnings

23:09 Hollywood Encounters and Aspirations

24:14 The Journey from Acting to Dancing

25:49 Breakthrough Role and Its Impact

28:02 Joining Strictly Come Dancing

30:21 Life in the Strictly Bubble

31:46 Challenges and Bullying in Dance

35:36 The Pressure of Live Performances

36:35 The Evolution of Dance's Perception

37:00 Finding Love in Unexpected Places

38:02 Transitioning to Hong Kong and New Beginnings

39:02 The Birth of Ballroom Bees

44:05 Building a Scalable Dance Business

46:44 The Athleticism of Dance

48:08 The Importance of Human Connection in Dance

49:14 Redefining Gender Norms in Dance

50:50 Cultural Expressions Through Dance

52:57 Experiencing Dance: A Personal Journey

55:58 The Therapeutic Benefits of Movement

57:46 Empowering the Next Generation

01:02:56 Challenges of Female Entrepreneurship

01:04:06 Future Aspirations and Expansions