Name: Pre Pointe and Dance Injury Workshop hosted by The Dance Clinic
Start: 2026-05-22T23:30:00+10:00
Location: The Buckingham International 1130 Nepean Highway , Highett Victoria 3190

Pre Pointe and Dance Injury Workshop hosted by The Dance Clinic

🩰 Pre-Pointe Assessment & Dance Injury Workshop
For Podiatrists, Allied Health Practitioners & Dance Teachers
Join Sophie Young and Kirstine Mann from The Dance Clinic for an engaging and practical professional development workshop focused on the unique needs of dancers.
📅 Saturday 23 May 2026
🕘 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (UTC+11)
📍 The Buckingham International
1130 Nepean Highway, Highett VIC 3190
👣 What This Workshop Covers
This interactive workshop blends theory and hands-on practical learning, designed to equip attendees with practical skills they can immediately apply in clinic or studio settings.
🩰 Morning Session: Pre-Pointe Assessment Fundamentals
How to conduct a thorough pre-pointe assessment
Key strength, range, alignment and functional testing components
Live demonstration and opportunity to undertake an assessment
Understanding readiness and risk factors for pointe work
💃 Afternoon Session: Dance Injury Diagnosis & Management
Common dance-related injuries across genres including:
Ballet
Contemporary
Tap
Ballroom
Ice Skating
Diagnosis and treatment from a podiatric perspective
Rehabilitation strategies for injured dancers
Practical ways to keep dancers motivated, supported and “performance-ready” during recovery
🎓 Who Should Attend?
Podiatrists
Allied health professionals
Dance teachers
Whether you're working in clinic or in the studio, this workshop will deepen your understanding of dance-specific demands and improve your confidence in managing this unique population.
☕ What’s Included?
Interactive morning & afternoon sessions
Morning tea, lunch & refreshments
CPD Certificate for all participants
This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your clinical skillset, build connections within the dance health community, and gain practical tools to better support dancers at every stage of their training.
📩 For bookings and enquiries please use the link below or email [email protected]
Spots are limited — we look forward to welcoming you in May 2026
https://www.trybooking.com/DIOMW