AUGUST 2026 WORKSHOP

Topic: The Dancer’s Cardiopulmonary System

When: Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT

Format: VIRTUAL - this event is on ZOOM only

Description: This virtual workshop will explain the structure and function of the cardiopulmonary system before diving deeper into how dance impacts this system. Dr. Cavaleri will discuss ways participants can assess their own fitness levels and how to apply that information to their own training considerations at any stage of career and life.

Instructor:

Dr. Patti Cavaleri, PT received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin—Parkside and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Columbia University. She is a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist and successfully completed the Performing Arts Physical Therapy Fellowship at the Harkness Center for Dance Injuries in 2020. In addition to working in the clinic, Dr. Cavaleri enjoys teaching dance medicine-related topics to dancers, dance educators, and clinicians. She has a background in competition dance and is an instructor in full apparatus for classical Pilates. She has experience in treating people of all ages and has provided backstage physical therapy care for multiple Broadway shows.