DEC's Founder/Director Jolanta Oko and 2 x CNADE-DTTPV Grads who are all Dance Educators' both in the classroom and studio settings.  This group of 3 experienced and educated scholars, researchers and students discuss Dance Education in Public Schools - A discussion surrounding its current state and a call to action for school board administrators.

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

Join us as the Part 1 & Part 2 students of Dance Education Canada's Dance Teacher Training Program, engage in meaningful discussions with Dr. Setrakov about best practices surrounding their dancers injury prevention and care. Listen in as we address the role of the 21st-Century Dance Educator in dance injury prevention and rehab.

GUEST: Dr Setrakov began dancing at the age of 3 and continued dancing as a competitive and exam dancer most of her life. Dr Setrakov graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science. She is also graduate or the Palmer College of Chiropractic. As a practicing Chiropractor at ONE Wellness Group in Hamilton, ON Kirsten is currently completing her Contemporary Medical Acupuncture course at McMaster University. We welcome Dr. Setrokov to our program. Dr Setrakov is a Doctor of Chiropractic currently studying contemporary acupuncture at McMaster University. 

INSTA: @dr.kirsten_chiro

LINKEDIN: Kirsten Setrakov

WEBSITE: flowhealthcentre.ca

FACEBOOK: facebook.com/FLOWHealthCentre

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada, we believe strongly in providing dance educators with the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their dancers' well-being both cognitively and physically. Having met and spoken with many dance educators across the country and beyond, one of the most important conversations that ensues surrounds the assessment of our current practices, and how they consider the cognitive and physical well-being of the dancer. 

GUEST: Erica is a licensed clinical professional counselor and board-certified dance/movement therapist. She is also the founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy, a group practice founded in 2011.  As an expert on the intersection of movement and mental health, Erica’s work has appeared across various platforms some of which include, Dance Informa Magazine, Buzzfeed, and Reader’s Digest. Erica has a multitude of experience in everything from cognitive and movement disorders to neurologic conditions, from PTSD to anxiety and depression, making her an expert of her practice.

INSTA: @chicago_dance_therapy

WEBISTE: @chicagodancetherapy.com

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada, we believe strongly in supporting our Dance Educators in all stages of their career, including Studio Ownership. So for today’s podcast we have invited 2 new Dance Studio Owners who have been in business for less than 3 years. We will discuss some of the challenges they faced opening their studio within the first few years with hopes of helping other new studio owners navigate these challenging years.

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada we believe in providing our dance educators with the most current and relevant practices in dance education which is why we are passionate about connecting you with experts like Dr. Jessica Davis who are academics, researchers, scientists and doctors in the field of dance medicine and science.

GUEST: Dr Davis received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Chatham University and is a Board-Certified Specialist in Orthopaedics. She has been on faculty with numerous programs and universities including the Institute of Clinical Excellence and with Slippery Rock University Dance Department. Today we will debunk some myths and squash dated pointe shoe readiness assessments. Dr Davis will provide us with current research surrounding the assessment process, and provide some tips, tools and techniques to use when screening your dancers readiness for pointe. 

INSTA: @performphysiopt

WEBISTE: performphysiopt.com

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada we believe strongly in supporting our Dance Educators in all stages of their career, including Studio Ownership. So for today’s podcast we have invited 3 seasoned and experienced Dance Studio Owners who have been in business for over 10 years. We will discuss what they have learned, what they have sacrificed and how things have changed over the years. They will give us some tools, tips, tricks and strategies to help you save time, save money and not only stick to your vision and mission but flourish in it.

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada, we know that dance teachers play a lifechanging role in their dancers’ lives.  This role, if positive, induces a safe physical and cognitive space through which their dancers can achieve excellence in a supportive and caring environment. Challenging dated and possibly questionable practices of dance teachers is needed to ensure that each and every dance educator is reflecting positively on the dance educator community as a whole. To help us learn how to create a positive excellence-driven environment is Ms. JaimeLynn Nobari.

GUEST: JaimeLynn holds Bachelor of Physical Education and a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion. She has coached varsity level sports, worked as a registered kinesiologist and children’s programs supervisor, while attaining both her coaching and fitness trainer certifications. Jaime currently works with Parks and Recreation Ontario, focusing on healthy child development in her role as Senior Coordinator, HIGH FIVE® Training and Stakeholder Engagement.  HIGH FIVE® is Canada’s quality standard for children’s programs while providing support for Adults and Seniors as well.

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada we know that by allowing our dance educators to hear a variety of perspectives with regards to teaching dance, that they will become more well-rounded dance educators that will allow them to access a variety of sources and strategies in these diverse studio environments. Which is why the perspective of the dancer matters. Today we are gaining some insight into the life of a professional ballerina. We will hear about some teaching styles that inspired her, and those that left her feeling weak and humiliated. We are very excited to have the brave, transparent, articulate, motivated and hardworking Sarah Murphy Dyson speaking with us today.

GUEST: Sarah Murphy-Dyson was a 1st soloist with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. After retirement, she was cast in the North American premiere of Dirty Dancing (Mirvish) which brought her to Toronto. Sarah has appeared on such shows as Suits, Diggstown, Rookie Blue, The Next Step, and as Isabelle’s ballet teacher in the recent American Girl movie. She has won a Gemini Award and has worked as a stunt double for Milla Jovovich, Kate Beckinsale and Jaime King. Ms. Murphy-Dyson holds a BFA in theatre from the University of Winnipeg.

INSTA: @sarahmd26

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada, we believe in providing dancers with a whole dance education. This involves giving dancers access to a team of professionals who can help prevent, diagnose and treat dance injuries to increase the longevity of a dancer's career. This partnership includes a relationship with a registered physiotherapist.

GUEST: Krista Ross holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Human Kinetics from St.Francis Xavier University and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University. Krista has obtained post-graduate certifications in advanced manual therapy skills, pelvic floor rehabilitation for both men and women, and core/pelvic floor considerations for female athletes. 

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.

At Dance Education Canada we believe strongly in providing our dance educators with access to experts in the field of dance science and medicine. Dance injury diagnosis, assessment and rehab is best left to the experts who have devoted their life, education and research to the study of dance science and medicine, which is why today we are beyond excited to welcome one of Canada’s top physiotherapists specializing in dance injuries.

GUEST: Alan has been awarded some of the most prestigious and most highly regarded honours in his field including becoming a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy and earning the title of certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in Canada, becoming one of only a handful of physiotherapist to earn. He has earned a certification from the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and is currently in the process of completing the prestigious Doctorate of Science in Physical Therapy (DScPT) program at Andrews University.

LINKEDIN: Alan Lam

Disclaimer: Any and all ideas and information presented in the following podcast are those of the presenter. The presenter is not an employee or representative of Dance Education Canada (DEC), and is participating in this podcast on a voluntary basis. The ideas and information they express do not necessarily represent the views of the DEC or its partners, employees or affiliates. The ideas and information expressed herein are for general educational purposes only. They should not necessarily be applied to specific individual situations. DEC recommends consulting an expert or professional regarding specific medical, legal or business concerns. DEC makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content. Please note that Canada's National Academy of Dance Education is now operating as Dance Education Canada.