Performing at your best requires more than just dance steps. We're here to help take your dancing abilities to the next level.
Stretch & Strengthen is designed with the dancer in mind. Irish dancing requires a delicate balance of strength, power, and flexibility - both physically and mentally. Designed to uniquely meet your needs as a dancer and help you achieve your goals, Stretch & Strengthen will take you on a journey to becoming your best self. We pride ourselves on being dedicated to elevating the whole dancer by providing skills and coaching that allow you to take your abilities to the next level, on and off the stage.
BUILD STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY, UNIQUELY DESIGNED FOR YOU
Designed and coached by world-class Irish dancer and Kinesiologist, Maria Maxwell and World-Champion Irish dancer and Sports Psychologist, Mackenzie Mahler
Why is this program important for dancers?
Irish dance is a very unique art form, which has unique needs. Dancing requires a delicate balance of strength and flexibility, and it's important to practice both realms, both physically and mentally. As dancers ourselves, we’ve used both areas to help progress our dancing and can relate to any stage you might be at in your dancing career.
As dancers, cross-training and training outside of class are often overlooked or misunderstood. Many wellness professionals don’t understand the unique needs of a dancer. As dancers ourselves, we understand the demands and challenges dancers face. We know how dance has evolved and know where weaknesses often lie and how to correct them. This program also sets a solid foundation for life outside of dance, helping you become the strongest version of yourself physically and mentally.
What am I investing in?
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personalized training & coaching
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Strength & conditioning coaching and programming designed for dancers
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Wellness & recovery classes - yoga, mindfulness, mobility & stretching
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1-on-1 sports psychology sessions
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Mental skills training videos and workbook content
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Group Masterclass sessions to come together as a collective and practice using your mental skills
How is this program delivered?
Over the course of your training cycle, you'll be guided through programming delivered in multiple platforms -- in-person or virtual 1:1 sessions, pre-recorded videos, workbook material, and virtual masterclass seminars.
We know that life is busy and that your time is valuable, so we've designed this program to be as flexible as possible to meet you where you are in your journey.
What should I expect each week?
This program is designed for YOU! With that in mind, we tailor our training plans to meet you where you're at in your dancing journey.
During your training cycle:
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Meet with coaches for an initial intake and assessment to determine goals
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Receive a weekly Workbook containing all the content and learning material for the week
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Meet with coaches in-person or virtually for scheduled 1:1 coaching sessions
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Follow a uniquely designed strength & conditioning and mental skills program
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Complete recorded Wellness & Recovery and Mental Skills videos at home
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