As governments begin to loosen shelter-at-home restrictions, some dance studios in certain parts of the U.S. and around the world are slowly beginning to open up again. Of course, most dancers have been taking some form of class and cross-training a bit while social distancing. But getting your body ready for a full schedule of […]

Have two or more months off from dance this summer? With a little planning, your body can reap the full benefits of your layoff—and transition back into the studio with ease. Weeks one and two: Use the first couple of weeks off to recharge your body. Photo by Leio McLaren/Unsplash Truly rest. Indulge in long […]

What dancers do during their summer layoff can be the key to a successful next season. The theory of periodization suggests that downtime should be carefully divided into multiple stages: post-season total rest, off-season cross-training and pre-season ramping up. Building this strategic recovery time into your yearly schedule can allow for improvement—and decrease your chances […]