What is Dance Science?
Umbrella Term
It combines principles from anatomy, biomechanics, motor learning, psychology, and physiology
To enhance
The performance, prevent injury, and support dancers’ overall well-being.
Umbrella Term
Combining principles from many fields
Clearer Cues
Bringing science into the classroom
More based on science
Which leads to stronger, cleaner technique
Less Overwhelm Lesson Planning
Because now you have more knowledge about what to teach
Drill for Turns 😍
🩷 For proprioception & arm placement
🩷 Hold a fitness circle & gently squeeze it for engaged arms!
🩷 Bending down in a toaster and up
🩷 Spiral your right heel forward so there’s space between your heel & knee
🩷 Engage your deep core muscles
🩷 Zip up left side & press down right side
🩷 Peach under chin
🩷 Standing arch lifted with tripod engaged
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How does Anatomy make me a better teacher?
Anatomy Improves Your Cues
- Makes them more specific & more anatomical
- Which in turn, improves your dancers' technique
- Stop repeating the same cues that your dancers aren't digesting
Anatomy Improves Your Cues
- Makes them more specific & more anatomical
- Which in turn, improves your dancers' technique
- Stop repeating the same cues that your dancers aren't digesting
Example of a Common Cue - "LIFT"
- ✅ MORE EFFECTIVE - Grow 2 inches through the crown of your head without lifting your shoulders/ribs.
Example of a Common Cue - "LIFT"
- ✅ MORE EFFECTIVE - Grow 2 inches through the crown of your head without lifting your shoulders/ribs.
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More Reflective
On your pedagogy to constantly improve
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More Prepared
To teach in a way that forms an imprint
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More Anatomical
Which leads to stronger, cleaner dancers
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More Mindful
In your teaching & philosophy
My Education
Wayne State University
- Bachelors of Science in Dance (Honors)
Wayne State University
- Masters of Education in Kinesiology (Honors)
Concordia University Chicago
- Current Ph.D. Candidate - Health & Human Performance
Here are my certifications:
Rock Tape
An evidence-based kinesiology taping method based on current research on fascia, fluid dynamics, proprioception, and more.
Cecchetti
I use my anatomical and analytical brain to help refine and refresh your dance technique. I love seamlessly blending modern science into my dance instruction, especially ballet.
Acrobatic Arts
AA is a progressive teaching method of acro dance. I love being able to blend my Dance Science knowledge into my teaching of Acro & it's a great opportunity for dancers to build strength in other areas of their body.
Pilates
Pilates is a safe & versatile mindful movement system that improves posture, core strength, breathing patterns, gait mechanics, and more, & can be adapted to all fitness levels and ages.
NSLS
An organization that provides a life-changing leadership program that helps students achieve personal growth, career success, and empowers them to have a positive impact in their communities.
NASM CES
A technique that addresses and fixes movement compensations. The goal is to improve the overall quality of movement during workouts and everyday life.
Rock Tape
An evidence-based kinesiology taping method based on current research on fascia, fluid dynamics, proprioception, and more.
Cecchetti
I use my anatomical and analytical brain to help refine and refresh your dance technique. I love seamlessly blending modern science into my dance instruction, especially ballet.
Acrobatic Arts
AA is a progressive teaching method of acro dance. I love being able to blend my Dance Science knowledge into my teaching of Acro & it's a great opportunity for dancers to build strength in other areas of their body.
Pilates
Pilates is a safe & versatile mindful movement system that improves posture, core strength, breathing patterns, gait mechanics, and more, & can be adapted to all fitness levels and ages.
NSLS
An organization that provides a life-changing leadership program that helps students achieve personal growth, career success, and empowers them to have a positive impact in their communities.
NASM CES
A technique that addresses and fixes movement compensations. The goal is to improve the overall quality of movement during workouts and everyday life.