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Specialized Biomechanics: Understanding the unique musculoskeletal demands of aerial and acrobatic disciplines and using comparisons to elite sport to reframe how we think about circus movement. Hypermobility and the Pelvic Floor: Hypermobility is a growing area of...
What’s Changed With Shoulder Engagement?
I’ve been working with circus artists for over 30 years. First as a coach and now as a clinician and it shouldn’t surprise me that things change, but wow do they. Circus has definitely become more popular. Trends in disciplines change the demographics of circus....
elevate: aerial teacher training – sign up now!
I’m teaming up with Lauren Kehl founder of the Movement First Aerial Method to teach an-person retreat for aerial instructors! If you’re ready to elevate your skillset through a deeper understanding of human movement, ELEVATE Aerial Teacher Training is for you. This...
what our experts are excited to share with you!
Circus Smart Symposium is coming Sunday! Our speakers have their presentations ready and they are excited to share the knowledge they spend their careers building. Science is meant to be shared. Did you reserve your spot yet?! This full day of circus science connects...
experts tell us What we’ve been missing in circus practice (And it’s gold!)
Before we get to what our experts want to make sure we’re not missing - Let’s celebrate what we’ve got! That’s what I hope to do as I highlight the speakers of the upcoming Circus Science Symposium. If you haven’t heard about the Circus Science Symposium, it is a day...
these circus science experts are fascinated by their work (and you should be too)
Have you heard about the speaker roster at our inaugural Circus Science Symposium? We are featuring leaders in sports, performing arts, and science. These are authors, clinical researchers, educators, and industry veterans who specialize in high level science and...
Shoulder Circumduction
Last week I was working with a patient and they stopped me and asked if they could ask a question… The answer is always 100% heck yes. The question was such a fun one that I wanted to share it with all of you. They asked, “When the shoulder goes in a large circle,...
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Save the Date [April 26] And save your seat for the circus science event of the year
The First Annual Circus Science Symposium is coming your way Sunday April 26th! That’s right my nerdy friends, Circus Smart is going BIG! We’re excited to announce our very first Circus Smart Symposium. Everything you love about Circus Science and our Circus Smart...
Upcoming Webinar! Learning The Ropes: An Intro To Caring For Circus Artists For All Healthcare Providers
Proceeds from this webinar will be donated to the National Immigration Law Center. Learn more at https://www.nilc.org/ ~ Circus training continues to grow exponentially in the last decade. These athletes and artists will walk into your space with their own unique...
The Circus Doc’s 2025 Circus Publication Wrap Up
There were 54 circus related articles published in the last year. Last year was about the same and I like this consistency. Circus Science is here to stay!!!! Know of one I missed? Let me know! Check HERE for the whole citation list and new for this year i’ve added a...