Alicia is a Physiotherapist and works with our Jordan Springs team. She is a graduate of the University of Technology Sydney, completing a Master of Physiotherapy. Prior to this, Alicia completed a Bachelor of Exercise Sport Science at the Australian Catholic University, and a Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Alicia’s passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy is fuelled by her elite ballet and contemporary background. During her dance career, she developed in-depth knowledge and understanding of the demands of dance and what your body needs to excel in the industry.
It seems most young dancers are searching for the solution to improve their turnout, however aren’t seeing lasting results. Who has been guilty of sitting in front splits or “froggy” stretch for hours on end, in the hope of increasing turnout range, only to find no difference except irritation in the front of your hips?…
Going en pointe is a very exciting time in a young dancer’s ballet career. An important step to making sure you are ready is having a pre-pointe assessment. Here are some frequently asked questions from both parents and dancers to help you prepare for your assessment! What is a pre-pointe assessment? A pre-pointe assessment is…
