Dance science
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Dance science is the scientific study of dance and dancers, as well as the practical application of scientific principles to dance. Its aims are the enhancement of performance, the reduction of injury, and the improvement of well-being and health.
Overview
Dance science as an academic discipline has been evolving over the past 20 years.[
Several universities in the United States also offer dance science courses as part of their dance curriculum, accommodating both undergraduate and graduate-level students. These include, but are not limited to: Cornish College of the Arts, Columbia College of Chicago, California State - Long Beach, Elon University, Florida State University, Goucher College, Long Island University - Brooklyn Campus, Ohio State University, Ohio University, Texas A&M University, UCLA - Irvine, University of Colorado, University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign, the University of Oregon, and the University of South Florida.
Typically, the subject areas within dance science are similar to those studied in "
Some dance companies employ dance scientists to provide support services, such as physiological testing, psychological support, conditioning and nutritional counseling. Such professionals include physical therapists, nutritionists, pilates instructors, massage therapists, and dance medicine physicians. Dancers that are not employed by a dance company that offers rehabilitation benefits on-site can sometimes have access to such facilities within their city of residence.
The largest organization promoting dance science internationally is the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (
See also
References
- ^ International Association for Dance Medicine & Science. "About IADMS". iadms.org. Retrieved 20 June 2018.
- ^ "University of Bedfordshire". Archived from the original on 2020-08-07. Retrieved 2013-09-11.
External links
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- International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS)
- Journal of Dance Medicine & Science
- Dance Science at Laban Archived 2012-08-15 at the Wayback Machine
- Dance Science Archived 2020-08-07 at the Wayback Machine at the University of Bedfordshire
- Performing Arts Medicine Association
- Harkness Center for Dance Injuries, NYU-Hospital for Joint Diseases, NYU Langone Medical Center
- Westside Dance Physical Therapy
- Dance Science Academy of Japan