The Dance Science Podcast

40: Redefining Dance: Inclusive Instruction for Every Body

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 da...

39: Movement Medicine: Physiotherapy for Dancer’s

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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...

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

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Melissa from The Rock School as we discuss: building dancers on a strong foundation, how the Rock School improves upon teaching traditio...

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

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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, som...

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

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 learn...

35: Harmony in Motion: Bridging Acupuncture & Athletic Training

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Megan Richardson (Acupuncturist & Athletic Trainer) as we discuss: She treats dancers as holistic beings using the biopsychosocial m...

34: Stepping Up: Cultivating Confidence in Dancers

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me and Kirsten as we discuss: How dancing in a negative learning environment impacted her as a professional ballerina, the importance of always g...

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

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 bo...

32: Navigating Health Care for Dancers

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Ginger as we discuss: the importance of dancers advocating for themselves, calling insurance is sometimes best way to get answers, why she d...

31: Dancing Minds: Delving into Dance Psychology with Michelle Dwarika

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Michelle as we discuss: how even as a researcher she admits when she's wrong & is constantly learning, she believes Dance Psychology a missi...

30: The Balanced Performer: A Dance PT'S Insights

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Veronica as we discuss: dancers investing in themselves for their long-term career longevity, why she decided to become a dance PT and her a...

29: A look into Mid Year Makeover: Infusing Wellness Into Your Curriculum Workshop

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & the team as we discuss our workshop in January called "Mid-Year makeover: Infusing Wellness Into Your Dance Curriculum" ! You can learn more...

28: Mental Skills vs. Mental Toughness: Debunking Common Myths

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Dr. Chelsea Pierotti (Sport Psychology & Mental Performance Coach) as we discuss: Easy ways to improve classroom climate, tips for dancers f...

27: The Habit is Magic - How Honoring Your Gifts Could be the Missing Link for your Career

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Nancy  (Founder of LA Dance Moves) as we discuss: why she's always loved the creative process, making meaningful art that touches people's ...

26: Dancing into Your Dream Career with Confidence

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Caitlin (The Brainy Ballerina) as we discuss: challenging the starving artist mindset, you can thrive and love your career and be happy,...

25: Dance Diaries: The Art of Journaling

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode on all things journaling - the multiple benefits, my favorite prompts to use, what research says, & how it also benefits ...

24: Stop normalizing pain - Understanding the body & Addressing things early

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Gina Aicardi, a Dance Physical Therapist, as we discuss: pain isn't normal & what dancers should do, address things early, the i...

23: Dance Strong: Unleashing Potential through Cross-Training

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about unleashing your inner potential through cross-training, if it decreases dancers' flexibility, why class isn't enough, what strength i...

22: Beyond the Whirl: Exploring the Science of Pirouettes

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let's dive into the science of mastering pirouettes using the latest research.

21: Graceful Transitions: The Art and Science of Pointe Readiness

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss some new factors to consider regarding Pointe Readiness. As always, I'm here to break the scientific re...

20: Beyond the Barre: Guiding Adolescent Dancers

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as I talk about how we can support our adolescent dancers during this time of intense change.

19: Period Health in Dancers

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Cynthia Donovan, an RDN who specializes in Amenorrhea, as we chat about the importance of period health in dancers!

18: Connecting the Dots between Science and Artistry

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & guest Jennifer Milner, a Movement Specialist, as we discuss challenging traditions in dance, how Pilates helped her during her professional ...

17: Building a Dynamic Dance Warm-Up

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss static vs. dynamic stretching, what to include in a proper warm up, & what happens at a physiological level...

16: Turnout: Debunking the Myths

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss myths surrounding turnout. Let’s reframe the way we teach turnout from day one!

15: Motor Learning: The Basics

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we chat about the use of learning styles, chunking, feedback, cognitive load, repetition, & more!

14: An Individualized Nutrition Approach

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Maria Carolina Rosa as we discuss navigating the misinformation & how we can promote dancers fueling as high performance athletes. Learn mor...

13: Making Injury Prevention Simple

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode discussing my favorite teaching tips for preventing injuries!

12: Questioning Traditions

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we talk about where traditions come from & how we can work to advance & evolve them!

11: Unpacking the term Artistic Athletes - Finding the Balance

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me & Danielle Pinga as we discuss finding the balance, social media, strength training, humans before dancers, & more! Learn more about Danielle ...

10: My Favorite Dance Assignments

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as I talk about my favorite assignments, why, and how I assign them!

9: Functional Anatomy & My Favorite Anatomy App

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s discuss why textbooks aren’t usually enough for dancers, what Functional Anatomy is, & my favorite app!

8: Learning Styles in Dance Pedagogy

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on this solo episode as we discuss what research says, a class that helped me, teaching tips, and more!

7: Making Social Media Simple & Fun

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Jen (Social Media Expert) & I as we discuss ways on making social media fun and simple! Learn more about Jen on her website www.thejenniferra...

6: A Body-Based Approach to Mental Health for Dancers

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join our guest Giuliana and I as we peel back the layers of the biopsychosocial approach, her work at Joffrey, & how we can support our dancers in...

5: Micro Habits Lead to Big Changes: The Science of Behavioral Change

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join our 3rd guest, Crystal & I for this juicy conversation on behavioral change, small habits, mindset skills, & why goals don’t always wor...

4: Put a Pivot into Practice by making Cross Training Fun

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet our 2nd guest, Dinah Hampson from Pivot Dancer to talk about the myths behind cross-training and how to make it fun & approachable! You ...

3: Nutrition Recommendations: How to Handle them as an Educator

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join our first guest, Astrid & The Dance Scientist as they discuss the nutrition field & how educators, dancers, & parents should navigate...

2: What is Dance Science & Addressing the Gaps

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s have an honest conversation about what it is, the organizations, & the gaps/weaknesses!

1: Meet Your Host

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet your host, The Dance Scientist and her dance journey toward becoming a Dance Scientist. Plus why this podcast was born in the first place!

The Dance Science Podcast (Trailer)

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas