Community Workshops
Strong Foundations in Dance
A 3-Part Series on Dancer Health & Performance
Workshop #2
Improving Dance Performance: Foot, Core, & Balance Training
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
6:00-7:15 PM
Learn ways to improve dance performance. We will focus on ways dancers can improve and challenge their foot strength, core strength, and balance.
Workshop #1
The Healthy Dancer's Toolkit: Staying Strong & Healthy in Dance
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
6:00-7:15 PM
Learn ways to stay healthy and strong throughout the year. We'll discuss strategies to decrease the risk of injury and things dancers can do at home to help.
Workshop #3
Building a Strong Foundation for Pointe
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
6:00-7:15 PM
Learn ways to ensure a strong foundation for pointe. This is great for dancers preparing to move into pointe as well as dancers currently dancing en pointe who want to review and continue building on their foundation.
Workshop Cost: $35/each
Attend one, two, or all three workshops.
Space is limited so register early!
All workshops held at:
Move It Dancewear
200 NE Greenwood Ave #3
Bend, OR 97701
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. Are parents invited to attend?
Yes, parents are absolutely invited to attend with their dancer.
2. When I try to sign up, all three workshops are selected but I only want to attend one.
All three workshops are selected by default. To remove a workshop, click the "Quantity" button and change it to "0" or hit "remove."
3. What age is this workshop series for?
Dancers of all ages will benefit from this workshop series. However, each workshop is designed for dancers above the age of 9-10 years. There is no upper age limit.
4. Who is this workshop series for?
Each workshop is designed for a variety of ages and abilities.If you are a younger dancer aspiring to dance en pointe or at a higher competitive level, this workshop will help you learn how to ensure you build a strong foundation to help you stay strong and healthy for the rest of your dance career. If you are dancer who already dances at a high level or en pointe, this workshop is also designed for you. It will help you revisit the foundational strength and control necessary to prevent injury and help improve your performance.
My goal with each workshop is to help give any dancer the tools and skills to set them up for future success!
Please don't hesitate to email me at kari@startingblockpt.com with any other questions!