As a dance instructor, you play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of your students during both practice and performance. While dancing can be exhilarating and fun, it also comes with inherent risks. Knowing how to quickly and effectively respond to medical emergencies is vital for minimizing the impact of injuries and ensuring a safe environment.
Download our FREE Emergency Response Guide to help your studio and staff prepare to manage medical emergencies in dance education settings.
About the author Dr. Ann DeGrey: Dr. Ann DeGrey graduated from UC Irvine with a B.S. in Public Health Sciences and then continued her educational pursuits at the University of St. Augustine, earning her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Dr. DeGrey is currently the Clinic Director of MOTI Physiotherapy in Highland Park and is an active Clinical Instructor for DPT students from multiple physical therapy programs. She is also a Certified Board Sports Specialist and Certified USA Weightlifting Performance Coach, traveling as a medical provider for professional sports organizations, including Team USA Weightlifting, AVP Beach Volleyball, World Police Games, and Mountain Dew Skateboarding Tour/Olympic Qualifiers. Dr. DeGrey has worked at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs and continues to treat USA Olympians and Para-Olympians. Additionally, Dr. DeGrey is an Adjunct Professor at West Coast University DPT Program, a certified EMR Instructor for American Red Cross, and certified BLS Healthcare Instructor for the American Heart Association. She provides continuing education for clinicians, coaches and movement professionals, with a focus on preparedness for emergency medical response. https://www.dptann.com/