Jacinta Seivers has always been a dancer who captures your attention. We met during full-time training and she has been a beautiful example of the genuine friendships you find within the dance industry. She is not only a skilful dancer but someone who adapts and connects with every personality in the room. Her acrobatic ability sets her apart, and that combination of technique and performance quality has taken her around the globe on multiple contracts.
We sat down with Jacinta this week to talk about her journey, her training, and what she wishes she had known earlier.
Jacinta Seivers on Life as a Professional Dancer
Tell us a little about your background. Where did it all begin?
I started dancing when I was three. Mum enrolled me in a local studio and I never wanted to leave. By the time I was in my early teens I knew this was more than a hobby. I auditioned for full-time training and that is really where everything shifted. The discipline, the friendships, the pressure. It all became very real very quickly.
What styles of dance have shaped you the most?
Ballet has always been the foundation. Everything else builds on it. I also trained heavily in jazz and acrobatics, which gave me that edge in commercial auditions. But if I had to choose one style that taught me the most about my body and my artistry, it is ballet. If you want to build that same foundation, knowing how to make every ballet class count is a great place to start.
What has your performance career looked like?
I have been lucky enough to work on cruise ships, in international shows, and in touring productions across Asia and Europe. Each contract taught me something different. You learn to audition well, to adapt fast, and to take care of your body like it is your business. Because it is.
Training Tips From a Working Professional
What do you wish someone had told you earlier in your training?
That consistency beats intensity every single time. Showing up every day, focused and prepared, matters more than one brilliant class a month. Also, the way you present yourself in the studio reflects your professionalism. Teachers notice everything, and so do directors at auditions.
What does a strong training environment look like to you?
Structure, honesty, and high expectations delivered with care. A good teacher pushes you but also explains the why. And the students around you matter too. Surround yourself with people who are serious. It lifts your standard.
Any advice on caring for the body through intensive training?
Sleep, nutrition, and cross-training. A lot of young dancers skip these. Pilates changed how I understood my own alignment. And never train through sharp pain. There is a difference between hard work and injury. Learn that difference early.
Gear, Dancewear, and Staying Prepared
How important is having the right dancewear?
More important than most beginners realise. The right leotard, properly fitted tights, and footwear that suits your foot shape all affect how you move and how a teacher sees your line. It also affects your confidence. When you feel put-together in the studio, you carry yourself differently.
For anyone wanting to build a proper kit, our full range of ballet dancewear covers everything from beginner students to serious pre-professional dancers. Sizing in Australia follows AU conventions, so always check the size guide rather than assuming your street size will translate.
What is the one item every dancer should invest in?
A well-fitted leotard. Get measured properly. A leotard that pulls, gaps, or restricts your arms will affect your movement and distract you throughout class. Spend the time getting it right.
Where Is Jacinta Now?
Jacinta continues to perform and teach, bringing her international experience back into the studio environment. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation and believes strongly that the values built in training carry through to every professional opportunity that follows.
We love hearing from dancers at every stage of their career. Read our conversation with another inspiring performer, professional dancer Sheree Ronai-Horvath, for more insight into life on stage and the path that gets you there.
Want more perspectives from inside the industry? Our blog writer Leah Van Lambaart brings her own performance background to every piece she writes. Well worth a read.
