
Natalye shares her diverse range of experiences in the dance world, from dealing with injuries to traveling while dancing.
She talks about her background in dancing, starting in St. Louis and her love for salsa and bachata. Natalye also discusses her journey of traveling to 11 countries and dancing in different scenes around the world. She emphasizes the importance of being a resource for others who want to explore different dance cultures and provides tips for finding classes and communities while traveling.
Natalye also opens up about her injuries and the emotional toll they took on her, but how she persevered and returned to dancing. Austin and Natalye talk about the benefits of stretching before socials and the cultural norms around warm-ups in the dance community.
They also explore the dynamics of dance relationships and the challenges of dating non-dancers. Natalye emphasizes the importance of rhythm in a partner and the potential conflicts that can arise when dating someone outside of the dance scene. Natalye expresses her desire to be known as someone who helps and encourages others in the dance space.