OUR METHOD

Learn more about our CEO & Dance Science.

Meet the Founder

The Dance Scientist

Pre-Pro Ballet Teacher

B.S., M.Ed., NASM CES, FMT, Ph.D. (C)

In Dance Magazine

8 Board & Committee Roles, Member of 5 Organizations

Professor of Dance Kinesiology - Reinhardt University

Professor: NDEO OPDI - Using Dance Science to Enhance Curriculum

Pilates & Fitness Certified

Nominated for Outstanding Dance Educator

Journal of Dance Education - Peer Reviewer

HDC - Social Media Manager

The Dance Science Podcast - Host

National Honor Society for Dance Arts - Adjudicator

3,000+ E-Books Sold

NDEO - Advisor of E-Communications

In DanceLife Magazine

In BrassMonkey Magazine

In American Inspire Mag - Bridging Art and Science

Taught internationally

Presenter at International Conferences

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

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Here are my certifications:

  • 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

    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 benig 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.

SEE WHAT OUR DANCE SCIENTISTS IN ACTION HAVE TO SAY:

2,000 Raving Reviews from Real Educators

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Young children and teens alike will enjoy viewing the catchy phrases and working to apply them.As a long-time ballet instructor, I am always looking for ways to make the material I present to my classes more concrete. The Posture Posters do just that, in a fun and non-intimidating way.

—Suzanne Kirsch- BA Dance, ABT National Training Curriculum certified

This customer purchased: The Posture Posters.

5/5

"That was the MOST turns I've ever done"

— Anonymous Student From A Local Dance Studio where I taught a Pirouette Class

This customer booked my most popular: Turn Workshops.

5/5

These posters are full of imagery- I wish I would have had something like this for my younger students.

— Veronica K., OHIO Ballet Injury Prevention & Stage Makeup

This customer purchased: The Core Posters.

5/5

Visually appealing & easy to understand! These posters are visually appealing & easy to understand!

- Lisa Podnar, MICHIGAN Dance Strength & Flexibility Coach

This customer purchased: The Pirouette Posters.

5/5

Came back for just about everything else. Loved the printable that I had to come back for just about everything else! Thank you for making them so beautiful 😍

— Happy Customer, MICHIGAN Anonymous

This customer purchased: The Mindset Posters.

5/5

Visually pleasing and full of  advice! Maria does a wonderful job of breaking down concepts into accessible information.

— Caitlin Sloan, MISSOURI The Brainy Ballerina

This customer purchased: The Balance Posters.

5/5

The Posture Posters include facts about what posture is and how the bones, including the spine, as well as muscles, work together to achieve posture and movement.

—Suzanne Kirsch- BA Dance, ABT National Training Curriculum certified

This customer purchased: The Posture Posters.

5/5

"That was the best ballet class I've taken"

— Anonymous Student From A Local Dance Studio where I taught a Ballet Class

This customer booked my most popular: Turn Workshops.

5/5

Kudos, to the Dance Scientist, keep bringing the study of the body and how it works to the dance classroom! This data is supported by references.The posters are efficient in using easy language and youth-oriented graphics to help students remember physical goals.

—Suzanne Kirsch- BA Dance, ABT National Training Curriculum certified

This customer purchased: Pirouettes 101.

5/5

I love the Dance Scientist and her useful and thorough information that is student-friendly and can assist teachers of all ages and levels to better understand correct form and how the body works.—

—Suzanne Kirsch- BA Dance, ABT National Training Curriculum certified

This customer purchased: The Ultimate Ballet Guide.

5/5

Her dedication to improving. Maria & I met at WSU. Her insight has helped so many teachers...including myself.

- Lisa Podnar, MICHIGAN Dance Strength & Flexibility Coach

This customer purchased: Spotting 101.