The Dance Science Podcast

The Dance Scientist, LLC
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🧠 👋 Welcome to The Dance Science Podcast. Join your host, The Dance Scientist, to discuss critical topics in Dance Science. These episodes intend to build connections and drive discussion on how we can improve our field and make Dance Science more normalized in Dance Education.

  1. 01/13/2025

    40: Redefining Dance: Inclusive Instruction for Every Body

    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!!

    52 min

  2. 10/28/2024

    39: Movement Medicine: Physiotherapy for Dancer’s

    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!!

    29 min

  3. 09/05/2024

    38: Refining the Craft: Curriculum Improvements for Advanced Ballerinas with The Rock School

    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/!

    1h 15m

  4. 05/15/2024

    37: Flip the Script: My Controversial Opinion on the Acro Argument

    Join me on today’s episode for all things ACRO!! It’s not just about Aerials. You’re learning foundational dance movements. Such as rolling, somersaults, handstands, cartwheels, bridges. My Lesson Plan of A week, B week, C week & why. Why I got certified and why I love teaching Acro, My opinion on when Acro is overdone sometimes, & more!

    14 min

  5. 04/08/2024

    36: Inhaling Intention: Exploring Breath, Mindfulness, & Consent In Dance

    Join me & Cindy as we discuss: A dancer can be ok with touch one day & can change that another day, She loves challenging herself and constantly learning, How consent is communicated in theatre and tv shows, There are simple ways consent can be communicated by studio owners, Some fun ways consent can be taught to young dancers, & more! Follow her on her IG here: https://www.instagram.com/classfortheheart/!

    1h 21m

  6. 04/01/2024

    35: Harmony in Motion: Bridging Acupuncture & Athletic Training

    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/!

    51 min

  7. 03/11/2024

    34: Stepping Up: Cultivating Confidence in Dancers

    Join me and Kirsten as we discuss: How dancing in a negative learning environment impacted her as a professional ballerina, the importance of always giving dancers hope, how we need to stop normalizing things in the ballet world that are toxic, advice for perfectionism, learning choreography, confidence, & MORE! Follow her on Instagram to learn more: https://www.instagram.com/kirsten_theconfidentdancer?igsh=dWxmc3d6NGFodjM4!

    1h 7m

  8. 03/04/2024

    33: Energy in Motion: Dancer's Guide to Peak Performance

    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/!

    46 min
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🧠 👋 Welcome to The Dance Science Podcast. Join your host, The Dance Scientist, to discuss critical topics in Dance Science. These episodes intend to build connections and drive discussion on how we can improve our field and make Dance Science more normalized in Dance Education.

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  • Creator
    The Dance Scientist, LLC
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
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    © The Dance Scientist, LLC
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