Empowering Neurodivergent Dancers: Amanda Trisdale's Groundbreaking Approach to Dance & Autism

In this powerful episode, Ambassador Elisha sits down with Amanda Trisdale, founder of Autistic Wings Dance Company, to explore how she and her brilliant daughter Leta are transforming the world of dance for autistic children.

Amanda shares her inspiring journey — from her daughter's diagnosis to launching an inclusive, autism-informed nonprofit dance studio that is breaking barriers and setting new standards.

Learn how Amanda combines science, therapy, and creativity to build individualized dance education plans (IEPs) that empower neurodivergent dancers to thrive.

Discover the unseen challenges autistic kids face in traditional dance studios, the harmful effects of uninformed teaching, and the real-world steps studios can take to become truly inclusive.

🔹 Why autistic children need better support in dance

🔹 The birth of a nonprofit changing lives

🔹 How tap dancing unlocked Lita’s voice

🔹 The truth about sensory issues, mirrors, lighting, and clapping in studios

🔹 The podcast: Leta’s Tap Styles & My Autistic Life

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