Derick Robinson on Longevity in the Industry, Facing Rejection, and His Love of Teaching

Derick Robinson on Longevity in the Industry, Facing Rejection, and His Love of Teaching

In this episode, Derick Robinson shares his journey from competitive soccer to dance, reflecting on the pivots, rejections, and defining moments that have shaped his longevity in the industry. From judging opportunities in Macedonia to building community through The Original Gentlemen, Derick offers honest insight into staying true to yourself. We also deep dive into his 14+ year teaching career, what makes his classes special, and why his love for teaching continues to drive everything he does.


0:00: Welcome & intro

02:15: International opportunity judging overseas

07:43: Playing soccer nationally

08:24: The shift from soccer to dance

15:21: The Original Gentlemen

18:52: Bring back friendly competition

24:00: His SYTYCD experience and what it taught him

36:17: Advice for dealing with rejection

46:55: How he’s managed to teach consistently for 14+ years

50:26: Love of teaching

58:28: What’s a Derick Robinson class like? 1:03:19: Staying true to who you are

1:08:20: Where to find Derick online


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