Strength & Conditioning Training for Dancers: Bridging the Gap Between Dance Medicine and Team Sports Training
Jason Harrison, CSCS
Course Dates: September 15, 2024 - September 14, 2027
Learning Format: Asynchronous/On-Demand
Learning Hours: 3 hours
Content Description: Despite the widespread Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential among physical therapists, there is still limited crossover between dance medicine specialists and strength and conditioning professionals. Cultural resistance within the dance community, due to various factors, often hinders the adoption of strength and conditioning practices. This 3-hour course aims to enhance understanding of cross-training habits and the obstacles to their acceptance in the dance world. It is crucial for healthcare professionals working with dancers to incorporate evidence-based strength and conditioning into their rehabilitative approaches. Additionally, educators and coaches must be well-versed in best practices for effectively implementing these techniques to support dancers’ health and performance.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the activity, participants will be able to:
- Understand how strength and conditioning can help dancers prepare for the rigors of their work.
- Understand strength and conditioning terminology and how it applies to the work of dancer “cross training.”
- Have a baseline understanding of the science of strength and conditioning and the complexity involved in applying these principles to dance populations.
Target Audience:
- Medical doctors, physical therapists, healthcare teams for performing artists
- Dance teachers and coaches
- Dance medicine research scientists
- Dance teachers and artistic directors
- Dancers seeking insights into dancer health
- IADMS Member: $120
- IADMS Student Member: $69
- Non-Member: $183
Jason Harrison is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) who has trained clients in New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., and in his native Dayton, Ohio. He also is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, as well as a United States Weightlifting Level One coach.
Harrison is the co-owner of Present Tense Fitness in New York, NY. His training interests include developing systematic approaches for enhancing dancer performance and injury prevention strategies rooted in strength and conditioning best practices. Follow him on Instagram here.