PRLog (Press Release) –
Mar 14, 2008 – This indispensible dancing companion was designed by Lisa Howell of Perfect Form Physiotherapy, due to her frustration at treating many common dance related injuries in her Specialty Practice that could easily be avoided. The program carefully guides the student though four easy stages, and the assessment protocols, and enables any aspiring dancer to dramatically accelerate thewww.theperfectpointebook.comir development of the mobility, strength, turnout and core control needed to progress on to pointe safely, and avoid injury.
The Audio Visual Course is a wonderful development of the comprehensive program, and makes the 121 page manual much easier for young students to consume. Lisa’s pleasant voice encourages each student through the program, taking time to explain each essential point within each exercise.
“I wanted to make learning about the body fascinating and fun for the younger generation. I want them to know from an early age that they do have the power to change their body, if they learn to work with it, and to take care of it. In an age where so many people are disconnected from their bodies, I am delighted to be able to inspire a generation of dancers, and young women, to respect their bodies and be proud of their art...” said Lisa.
Dance Teachers, Health Professional and students alike will benefit from Lisa’s clear descriptions of each common weakness and ways of remedying them, and Parents love the fact that their children are in very safe and nurturing hands. It is possible to download both the audio visual course and the manual immediately after purchase, to begin the process straight away, wonderful for the instant gratification generation.
The Perfect Pointe Book – Audio Visual Course will be available from Saturday February 9th 2008, and promises to be a roaring success if comments from pre-release customers are anything to go by.
“Lisa! You have done it again! I thought that I had absorbed absolutely everything there was to know from the original manual; however after going through the new audio visual course, with your lovely voice guiding me, I learnt so many new ideas and wonderful new ways of explaining the concepts to my students. Thank you!” one dance teacher enthused.
“Lisa gives so generously of her knowledge, something that is unfortunately quite rare in the ballet world, and sheds a fresh light on many old problems. Her ability to combine the medical research with down-to-earth practicality is wonderful, and the way she communicates this is magic! I love her accent!” said another.
Lisa has dedicated herself to the ongoing development of educational dance resources, and recently won an award at the 2007 International Association of Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) conference, for “The Greatest Contribution to Dance Medicine”. She has also created a companion guide for teachers, to help assist them in determining just when a student is safe to progress onto pointe.
‘The Perfect Pointe Book’ is the signature product in this ever expanding repertoire, and prepares the student for what is to come. Any dancer who is serious about their vocation needs to learn what Lisa is teaching, to stay up with the rapidly evolving dance world and have a chance in this ever competitive industry. Inside knowledge of how the body works is the ultimate
key to a successful career in dance.
To learn more about ‘The Perfect Pointe Book - Audio Visual Course’, other resources and Lisa’s FREE Dancers Newsletter, visit her website: www.theperfectpointebook.com
