Introducing the keynote speakers for our 32nd Annual Conference, Limerick, Ireland

In the next few blog posts we will be introducing some of our invited speakers for our upcoming annual conference in October including this year's Keynote Speakers: Breandán de Gallaí’ PhD and Camilla Knight PhD. 

Introducing the 2021 Student Research Fund Recipients (Part 1)

The IADMS Research Committee is proud to announce the eight recipients of the 2021 Student Research Fund! 

This is the first of two blog posts and introduces the first four recipients. Be sure to also check out part 2 to hear from all eight recipients and learn more about their research and what receiving the award means to them!

Introducing the 2021 Student Research Fund Recipients (Part 2)

The IADMS Research Committee is proud to announce the eight recipients of the 2021 Student Research Fund! 

This is the second of two blog posts and introduces the rest of this years' recipients. Be sure to also check out part 1 to hear from all eight recipients and learn more about their research and what receiving the award means to them!

31st Annual Conference Special Interest Group (SIG) Day: A Day for Teachers

Author: the IADMS Dance Educators' Committee

One of our Special Interest Group (SIG) days this year is: A Day for Teachers organized by the IADMS Dance Educators' Committee. 24th October 2021 - 8am-5.15pm (MST)

Here the Dance Educators' Committee outline this year’s programme, which delves into topics from cueing for enhanced focus, to self care and movement explorations of the spine as well as setting boundaries to preserve ourselves and prevent burnout.

Student and Young Professional Events at the 31st Annual Conference!

Authors: IADMS Student Committee

Our annual conference is fast approaching and there are some exciting student events this year! 

Here’s a rundown of what not to miss if you’re a student or young professional attending the IADMS 31st Annual Conference this year.

Making the most of the conference: students and young professionals

Authors: the IADMS Student Committee

The IADMS Annual Conference is fast approaching and it is a great opportunity to learn about dance medicine and science, as well as connect with other dance medicine and science researchers. This year, the conference is virtual and we’d like to provide some tips on how to navigate the conference online and make the most out of the experience. 

31st Annual Conference Special Interest Group (SIG) Day: A Day for Physicians

Author: Carolyn Keeler on behalf of the IADMS Medical Committee

One of our Special Interest Group (SIG) days this year is: A Day for Physicians organized by the IADMS Medical Committee. 24th October 2021 - 8am-5pm (MST)

Here, the Medical Committee introduce the expert lineup of Dance Medicine specialists and dynamic speakers who will impart their unique areas of knowledge and experience upon attendees. This day will be of value to medical and surgical specialists, along with other healthcare providers who share a passion in the care of dancers.

31st Annual Conference Special Interest Group (SIG) Day: A Day for Dance for Health

One of our Special Interest Group (SIG) days this year is: A Day for Dance for Health organized by the IADMS Dance for Health Committee. 24th October 2021 - 8am-2pm (MST)

Here, the Dance for Health Committee provide details of two of the events happening as part of this day: Presentation on the Colorado Ballet’s Dance and Down Syndrome Program BBBY – ‘Be Beautiful – Be Yourself’, and a Research Brainstorm Event entitled ‘Data Talks’. The day will also include Dance for Health focused lecture and movement presentations from a variety of presenters on topics including Parkinsons, dementia, multiple sclerosis and more which are not to be missed!

iConference 2020 Enduring Materials - Part 6: Dance Science

From March through to August we will be sharing select presentations from our 2020 iConference; free and open access here on the IADMS blog and on our eLearning page. This month we have two presentations from the ‘Dance Science' theme. We also asked the presenters some questions regarding their experiences of being involved in our 2020 iConference.

iConference 2020 Enduring Materials - Part 5: Dance Education

From March through to August we will be sharing select presentations from our 2020 iConference; free and open access here on the IADMS blog and on our eLearning page. This month we have two presentations from the ‘Dance Education' theme. We also asked the presenters some questions regarding their experiences of being involved in our 2020 iConference.