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We offer a range of Live on Zoom and Online Modules, so that you can learn about Dance Psychology in whichever works best for you. 

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An Introduction to Dance Psychology

£499

Cohort 3 starts 22nd Sept 2026

In this course you will be introduced to the theory and practice of Dance Psychology. Dance Psychology is the study of dance, and the people who dance, from a psychological perspective, and its application in the real world.

The course consists of eight 2-hour live Zoom sessions. Each session will be led by me, Dr Peter Lovatt, and will consist of a series of short mini lectures and seminar activities/discussions, as we learn about and discuss the theory and practice of dance psychology. Each session will be supplemented with additional learning resources and/or activities, and there will be the opportunity for you to test your knowledge on an on-going basis. In addition, the course includes two one-to-one supervision sessions with me, where I am happy to discuss the course content, dance psychology in general, or your own dance psychology application or project.

Online Modules

These Dance Psychology lectures were developed by Dr Peter Lovatt for students and staff at the Royal Ballet School in London.

  • Mental Skills for Dancers
  • Performance Anxiety for Dancers
  • Motivation for Dancers

Course 102, The Psychology of Movement, was developed by Lindsey Lovatt and Dr Peter Lovatt.

  • Online, anytime learning
  • Certificate of Completion
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£30

Motivation for Dancers

Motivation for Dancers is a 5-hour CPD online course designed for dancers in training, professional dancers, and dance teachers. Through engaging videos, reflection tasks, and active learning exercises, learners explore …

£30

Performance Anxiety for Dancers

Performance Anxiety for Dancers is a 5-hour CPD online course designed for dancers in training, professional dancers, and dance teachers. Through engaging videos, reflection tasks, and active learning exercises, learners …

£30

Mental Skills for Dancers

Mental Skills for Dancers is a 5-hour CPD online course designed for dancers in training, professional dancers, and dance teachers. From performance anxiety to perfectionism, from goal setting to eating …

£45

The Psychology of Movement

Discover how movement influences thinking, feeling, connection, and performance. Learn key psychological concepts and explore the 4-STEP framework through active learning and energising dance breaks.

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The Doctor Dance Academy has been designed to bring together the best parts of higher education, professional training, and online learning, creating a flexible learning environment that supports curiosity, achievement, and real-world application.

Whether you join a live cohort or study at your own pace, you will experience structured learning pathways, engaging lessons, quizzes, reflection activities, certificates, community discussion, and practical tools designed to help you apply Dance Psychology beyond the screen.

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