My Journey Through Learning, Inspiration, and Connection in Dance Medicine

Attending the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS) conference was a transformative experience for me — one that left me feeling inspired, educated, and eager to integrate everything I learned into my practice.

Here are some of the moments and insights I loved:

Shared Passion

Being surrounded by dance professionals, researchers, and therapists all focused on dancer health and longevity was incredibly motivating.

Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation

Sessions on the latest techniques in dance injury prevention and recovery were enlightening. I left with new methods I can’t wait to use with my clients.

Networking with Experts

Meeting professionals whose work I’ve followed for years was a game-changer. Conversations on hypermobility, mental health, and recovery gave me fresh perspectives.

Mental Health Focus

One session highlighted the importance of mental well-being for dancers, especially in managing performance anxiety and burnout. This will influence my holistic approach to clients.

Challenging Beliefs

The conference encouraged us to rethink traditional ideas like “no pain, no gain.” I walked away ready to prioritize sustainable practices for dancer health.

Looking Forward

I'm excited to implement these insights, from targeted exercises to refined pain management strategies, and support dancers to perform at their best.