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Area of Science:

  • Dance Science
  • Sports Medicine
  • Kinesiology

Background:

  • Strength training (ST) is increasingly recognized for its benefits in athletic performance.
  • Perceptions of ST within the dance community, encompassing professional dancers, teachers, and students, remain under-explored.
  • Understanding these perceptions is crucial for optimizing dancer training and injury prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate current perceptions of strength training (ST) among professional dancers, dance teachers, and student dancers.
  • To identify differences in ST perceptions across these distinct groups within the dance sector.
  • To inform educational strategies aimed at enhancing the integration of ST in dance training.

Main Methods:

  • A modified Training Information Survey (TIS) was administered to 168 participants (149 females, 19 males).
  • Data were analyzed to compare perceptions of ST between dance students, professional dancers, and dance teachers.
  • Statistical analysis was employed to determine significant differences in agreement levels regarding various ST statements.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences in ST perceptions were observed between professional dancers and teachers (p > 0.05) and between students and teachers (p > 0.001).
  • Dance teachers were less likely to agree that ST is essential for dancer development, should be universally included in training, or is beneficial for both male and female dancers.
  • While concerns about muscle hypertrophy and aesthetic impact are less prevalent, they still influence some perceptions within the dance sector.

Conclusions:

  • Perceptions of strength training (ST) continue to vary significantly across different roles within the dance community.
  • Dance teachers exhibit more conservative views regarding the integration and necessity of ST compared to students and professionals.
  • Targeted education on the benefits of ST for dancer development is essential to overcome existing barriers and promote wider adoption.