Technique Tune-Ups

Coaching for Dance Educators

Coached by The Dance Scientist who's been teaching for 10+ years

Choose from a list of 6 things to focus on in your session

Affordable Price
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💫 Elevate your Pedagogical Strategies

Hour-long deep-dive coaching sessions for Dance Educators on advice, tips, & strategies for improving the way you teach a certain skill. 
What we offer

What's in a TTU

Hour long deep-dive sessions for Dance Educators where I offer advice, tips, & strategies for improving the way you teach a certain skill. 

The following topics can also be covered in a TDD:
  • Lesson Planning
  • Career Navigation
  • Pilates Exam Prep
  • Fitness Exam Prep
  • Specific Technique Questions
  • Applying for Grad School
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let's make this clear.

A TTU isn't just another coaching session.

No cookie-cutter information here. This is personal and individualized.

I meet you where you're at and help guide you using my expertise and experience. A structured and personalized approach to guiding dancers or educators in applying scientific principles to their dance practice. 

A Simple Way to Blend Modern Science into your Dance Pedagogy.

Gain a deeper understanding of the physiological, biomechanical, & psychological aspects of dance, enhancing their performance & well-being.

You're Paying for my Education, Expertise, and Experience.

These sessions are created using my education, expertise, & experience mentoring several students

What are you paying for exactly?

You're not just paying for any other coaching. You're paying for...
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Her Education

  • B.S. in Dance (Honors)
  • M.Ed. in Kinesiology (Honors)
  • Ph.D. Student (Current) in Health & Human Performance

Her Experience

(1) Journal of Dance Education - Peer Reviewer
(2) Doctors for Dancers - Advisory Board Member
(3) Doctors for Dancers - Marketing Committee
(4) IADMS - Promotions Committee
(5) Healthy Dancer Canada - Planning Committee
(6) Healthy Dancer Canada - Outreach & Communications Committee
(7) NDEO - National Honor Society for Dance Arts Judge
(8) NDEO - Advocacy Sub-Committee Co-Chair

Her Certifications & Expertise

  • Pilates
  • NASM Corrective Exercise
  • Cecchetti Council of America
  • Acrobatic Arts
  • NSLS - Fully Inducted Member
  • Rock Tape
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While you're here...

Check out the rest of my services!

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Instagram Broadcast Channel - Teaching Tips

MASTER CLASSES

E-Books & ONLINE COURSES

Testimonials

Some feedback from our students

We are dedicated to empowering you with knowledge, skills, and confidence to enhance your pedagogical skills.

"I learned a lot"

I think I learned a lot on how to and when to give inputs and corrections. I think knowing you have to give a correction and how to give a correction on very different.
ANONYMOUS STUDENT

"I was able to have more resources"

I was able to have more resources to look into when explaining and educating my dancers on the way their body works.
ANonymous student

"I loved the tips and cues"

I loved the tips and cues. As I am a very “have to do” learner and visual learner being able to have those examples & demonstrations it was like a light bulb clicking on for me
ANONYMOUS STUDENT
Our courses

Check out our regular courses on The Dance Science Center

I take my Pedagogy seriously & am constantly working on myself. This is another part of what you're paying for in a TDD. Behind an hour-session with me is a lot of hard work, determination, and focus.
💫 The Dance Scientist
technique tune-ups

Choose what to cover in your Technique Tune-Up:

Lesson Planning

Need help lesson planning? This is one of my favorite things to do is share my methods! 

Fitness Exam Prep

I'm certified as a Corrective Exercise Specialist through NASM & would love to help any students studying for this!

Pilates Exam Prep

I'm certified in Stott Pilates (Mat, Reformer, CCB, Injuries & Special Populations) and love helping students study for their exam. 

Applying for Grad School

Another one of my passions is helping students apply for Grad School- something I've done several times!
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Specific Technique

Need help improving the way you teach a certain technical skill? Perfect, I can't wait to help you!

Career Navigation

I love to help with career choices, such as the work I do as a mentor with the IADMS Early Career Mentorship Program! 

Do not miss!

For example,

Here are some technique things I can help with!
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Arms & Port de Bras

Learn the tools used by the world's top professionals
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Pirouettes & All Turns

I can help your dancers' pirouettes become more consistent.
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Safe Turnout

The skills you need to become a real professional
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Beginner-Advanced Acro

Boost your confidence, master the field
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What if I need help with something not on the list?

That's totally fine. I can still help you with whatever you need!

Are these virtual?

Yes! Once you book your day & time, you will get a confirmation email with all of the details inside!

What if I want to sign up but none of your available dates work for me?

Send me a personal email (maria.thedancescientist@gmail.com) and I PROMISE to do the best I can to find a better day that works for both of us.
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Choose your plan

A LA CARTE
Single Session

$65
Ready to take your pedagogy to the next level? Let's get this party started, shall we!
  • Virtual 60-minute coaching session
  • Catered to any needs you have
  • Virtual sessions are recorded so that you can reference them later

GET TO KNOW MY POLICIES:

⚠️ When booking, keep in mind that the calendar is in Eastern Standard time (EST).
⚠️ Appointments must be made at least 1 day in advance
⚠️ Appointments can‘t be scheduled farther out than 30 days
⚠️  Payment required upon booking
⚠️ If none of my dates work for you - Send me an email and I PROMISE to do the best I can to find a better day that works for both of us.
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