Coffee With Katya Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:32:16 +0800 en-us © 2026 Coffee With Katya yes 597957dd-9bfd-5ddb-8ce6-ccdb93ff11f8 katya@ballroombees.com Katya Virshilas/BallroomBees episodic false I spent years in the spotlight as a pro dancer and founder of BallroomBees, but truth be told? Finding the perfect thing to say on the spot was always the hardest part. I’ve always found that the real magic, the best stories, and the truest connections happen when the cameras are off and phones are put down and we’re just chatting over a cup of coffee/drink or great food. Coffee with Katya is my space to sit down with incredible people I’ve crossed paths with—from entertainment and ballroom dancing to education and business. No scripts, no spotlight, just honest conversations and a great brew. I hope some of these conversations will inspire you, I hope some of these conversations will make your work out more fun and maybe some of these coversations will spark an idea!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Katya Virshilas/BallroomBees katya@ballroombees.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/14btie841lslf597qjboxqgnhqa1?.jpg Coffee With Katya Redefining Student Wellness with Amy Smith Redefining Student Wellness with Amy Smith How do we raise resilient kids without overloading their schedules? In this episode, Amy Smith joins us to challenge traditional school health curricula and explore how emotional well-being and artistic expression shape true student development.

What we discuss:

  • Stress Over Metrics: Shifting focus from nutrition metrics to stress management to reduce student anxiety.
  • The Power of Arts: Using creative self-expression to foster identity and combat the burnout of over-scheduling.
  • Future-Proof Skills: Why storytelling and relationship-building are the most critical competencies for the next generation.
  • Safe Spaces: How trusted adults can build non-judgmental environments for open communication.
]]> How do we raise resilient kids without overloading their schedules? In this episode, Amy Smith joins us to challenge traditional school health curricula and explore how emotional well-being and artistic expression shape true student development.

What we discuss:

  • Stress Over Metrics: Shifting focus from nutrition metrics to stress management to reduce student anxiety.
  • The Power of Arts: Using creative self-expression to foster identity and combat the burnout of over-scheduling.
  • Future-Proof Skills: Why storytelling and relationship-building are the most critical competencies for the next generation.
  • Safe Spaces: How trusted adults can build non-judgmental environments for open communication.
]]> Katya Virshilas/BallroomBees Buzzsprout-19413415 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0800 2968 1 2 full false Get to know our South African Champion, Mr Ryan Hammond Get to know our South African Champion, Mr Ryan Hammond In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on BallroomBees for a laugh-out-loud and deeply inspiring conversation. Miss Katya sits down with the wonderful Mr. Ryan to dive deep into the rhythm of their lives, sharing the raw and real stories that shaped them into the dancers and teachers they are today.

From the nerve-wracking pressure of early competitions to the pure chaos (and utter joy) of managing a room full of energetic toddlers, this episode is a backstage pass into their world.

]]> In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on BallroomBees for a laugh-out-loud and deeply inspiring conversation. Miss Katya sits down with the wonderful Mr. Ryan to dive deep into the rhythm of their lives, sharing the raw and real stories that shaped them into the dancers and teachers they are today.

From the nerve-wracking pressure of early competitions to the pure chaos (and utter joy) of managing a room full of energetic toddlers, this episode is a backstage pass into their world.

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