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Hypermobility, Flexibility, and Strength: Training Hypermobile Dancers

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An on-demand, online workshop equipping physical therapists, trainers, and movement specialists to work safely with hypermobile dancers while maximizing their unique potential.

Hypermobility, Flexibility, and Strength: Training Hypermobile Dancers
Hypermobility, Flexibility, and Strength: Training Hypermobile Dancers

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On demand!

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About the event

Working with hypermobile dancers can be daunting. Movement specialists may have questions about ways to properly strengthen a hypermobile joint, or concerns over subluxations and dislocations. Dance teachers might struggle with coaxing proper technique from a "wonky" body. Hypermobility disorders can also often be accompanied by co-morbidities which may require more understanding and modifications for clients.


At the same time, the hypermobile dancer needs safe, effective strengthening for optimum health and career longevity. Studies show that hypermobility is much more common in dancers than in the general population, with estimates ranging from 60-90% of dancers being hypermobile. The long, lovely lines that may accompany hypermobility can also come with increased susceptibility to tendon and ligament injuries, tissue fragility, and unstable joints. 


Hypermobile dancers can flourish in the dance world, with tailored training from professionals who understand hypermobility. Hypermobile dancers are increasingly seeking out physical therapists, strength coaches, Pilates trainers, dance coaches, and…


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