Pilates for Dancers

Description

Dance places unique and specific demands on the dancer's body. In order to achieve strong dance technique, and to remain healthy and injury-free, dancers require tailored methods of strengthening and conditioning. This workshop will show you how to implement the classical Pilates method to directly address the specific needs of dancers performing at a high level.

What will I learn?

During the course of this workshop you will learn how to apply the classical Pilates system to address the specific needs of a dancer’s body. You will also learn how to adapt the classical repertoire to target specific areas of dance technique.

You will learn focused strategies and programs that help prevent injuries, strengthen specific areas of technique, and assist in rehabilitation from injuries and surgeries.

Why should I take this workshop?

Whether you are a Pilates Instructor working with dancers or a dancer looking to condition and maintain your instrument, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and practical skills that will enable you to functionally apply the Classical Pilates method to the demands placed on a dancer’s body in order to achieve measurable results.

At the end of the workshop the attendee will:

1. Be able to structure an effective program to address a dancer’s specific needs whether it be strengthening, conditioning or rehabilitation.

2. Know how to adapt the classical system to accommodate the unique technical demands of dance performance and how to best achieve tangible results on a dancers physique.

3. Learn specific programs to target particular areas of a dancer’s technique and address specific dance-related injuries.

If you can not attend the workshop live, please email Jessica Schultz (jessica@jessicaschultzpilates.com) to receive a copy of the recording. This will be available to you for 2 weeks time.

Credits: 2 CECs

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Instructor Led Training

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