Strategies for Supporting
Neurodivergent Dancers
When: Coming soon!
Time: on demand!
Where: Virtual online only
Cost: $117 Early Bird until ??
with coupon EARLYWRM
$147 after ??
with Jennifer Milner, NCPT
Kristin Koskinen, RDN
Kathleen McGuire Gaines
Actionable strategies for supporting neurodivergent dancers' artistic, physical, and mental well-being.
Neurodivergency may be overrepresented and underreported in the dance population. The dance community must develop support strategies to make the study and work environments more neurodivergent-friendly. Recognizing the need for, and implementing strategies for, appropriate medical, nutritional, training, and mental support is critical to the health and productivity of neurodivergent dancers.
What is covered?
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Neurodivergency 101: What are basic terms around neurodivergence? What are some common diagnoses?
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Neurodivergency in dance: Why study ND in the dance world? What are the links between neurodivergency and common dance traits such as hypermobility?
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Nutritional support: How might nutrition play a vital role in the physical and mental health of ND dancers?
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Training needs: What are common areas ND dancers might need support in the studio? Does ND affect physical issues such as proprioception?
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Learning styles: How might a neurodivergent condition such as dyslexia affect a dancer?
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Inclusive spaces: What can a company or studio do to make their space more inclusive for neurodivergent dancers?
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Mental health: What sort of mental health support might benefit ND dancers?
Why enroll?
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Finish equipped with an understanding of neurodivergent conditions and what supports might benefit them
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Recognize common links between the dance world and neurodivergency, and feel more confident recognizing possible conditions and helping dancers get the support they need
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Increase your confidence in showing your dancers the individualized support they need
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Grow the next generation of dancers as healthy, supported artists
Who is this for?
Medical professionals, dance teachers, dance-adjacent professionals, trainers and other practitioners looking to increase their knowledge and skill set in supporting neurodivergent dancers.
An incredible opportunity to learn from some of the top experts in their fields.
Learn from:
Jennifer Milner, a certified Pilates practitioner and teacher trainer for over 20 years;
Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD, world-renowned expert on hypermobility in the dance world;
Kristin Koskinen, RDN, a leading registered dietitian nutritionist who specializes in dancers; and
Kathleen McGuire Gaines, founder of Minding the Gap and mental health advocate in the dance world
