Join Veronica & I as we discuss: Her current experience post-surgery for how she’s return back to ballet, What she wishes she knew as a young dancer that may shock you, How we do we make dance/ballet inclusive for every BODY?, Her recent rebrand towards restorative ballet, Ways Educators can continue their education, & more!!
Join Erika & I as we discuss: Her experience in a regular physiotherapy clinic as a young dancer, How this led her into becoming a dance specific physiotherapist, What she wishes she knew growing up as a young dancer, Her favorite part about being a dance physiotherapist, How she sees her courses & workshops contributing to the field, & more!!
Join me & Melissa from The Rock School as we discuss: building dancers on a strong foundation, how the Rock School improves upon teaching traditions, why they believe in building versatile dancers. & more amazing WISDOM for any EDUCATOR or BALLET LOVER!! Follow The Rock School on IG: https://www.instagram.com/rockschooldance/!
Join me & Megan Richardson (Acupuncturist & Athletic Trainer) as we discuss: She treats dancers as holistic beings using the biopsychosocial model, Acupuncture is not only for injuries & why dancers benefit from it, How other factors impact dancers such as: sleep, nutrition, digestion, How she blends her work of both worlds when treating dancers, Advice she gives dancers about being aware of your self talk, and more. Follow her on her IG to see her incredible work! https://www.instagram.com/meganrichardsonwellness/!
Join me and Nik as we discuss: Dancers train technique, but often the mental skills are a missing piece, How everything is a whole-body approach of body & mind, Importance of seeking quality certifications, Debunking the myth that female dancers will bulk from lifting weights, How he coaches dancers to self-motivate themselves, & MORE! Follow him on Instagram to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/nikkleemann/!
Join me & Caitlin (The Brainy Ballerina) as we discuss: challenging the starving artist mindset, you can thrive and love your career and be happy, separating human from the dancer, the importance of asking dancers what they want for themselves, her favorite part of mentoring dancers, & more! Learn more about Caitlin on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrainyballerina/!
Join me & Gina Aicardi, a Dance Physical Therapist, as we discuss: pain isn't normal & what dancers should do, address things early, the importance of understanding the body, how she's filling a hole by being the only dance PT in her area, and advice for when studios/teachers push back. Read more about Gina on her Instagram - @jointeffortdance!
Join me on this solo episode as we discuss some new factors to consider regarding Pointe Readiness. As always, I'm here to break the scientific research down for you into digestible chunks so that we can all become better Dance Educators.