CTT combines various cross training methods, infused with Pilates, injury prevention, and more. Some programs include many genres of dance (ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, hip hop, etc).
- Interactive Zoom classes & privates
- Local in-person options
- Rehearsal/coaching
- Mentorship
CTT ON DEMAND -
Not just another dance class but programs that help you build. Training at your fingertips. Monthly plans or SAVE with annual plans.
- Train Anytime, Anywhere!
- Cross Training
- Technique Tips
- Pilates
- Injury Prevention
- Warm-Ups & Recovery Flow
- Pro Tips & Teachers Only Section
- Annual Training Plan Options
- FREE Trial and Cancel Anytime
- New Content Added Every Month
"The diverse range of workouts for stability and technique has enhanced my strength and endurance, providing a solid foundation for my dance journey.”
Janessa Villalon - Sundoll at USF, Pre-Pro Dancer of the Year with Tremaine, Award Winning Choreographer
SUMMER INTENSIVES
Join us for the Core Training Techniques Summer Intensives, where we go beyond traditional dance classes to offer essential training that supports your growth as a dancer. In today’s dynamic dance environment, students are often immersed in multiple genres, mastering combinations, and perfecting choreography. However, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of cross-training, Pilates, and injury prevention for long-term health and success. Our program provides focused sessions on these vital aspects, along with Technique Tips and Pro Tips, to help you achieve your goals.
Housing, meals, and transportation throughout Scottsdale/Phoenix is provided as students get diverse dance classes, Pilates, a variety of cross training, specialty classes, and experiences.
Our intensive offers elite training with amazing teachers in a semi private setting.
- Multiple days of training, mentoring, goal setting, and more!
- Small classes compared to many intensives and individual attention!
- A max of roughly 20 students per class & some small group settings too!
WEEKLY LIVE TRAINING
CTT offers weekly, live Zoom classes and privates. Private times are limited. Please inquire via email for more details and booking to: emily@CoreTrainingTechniques.com
- Pilates, Cross Training, Injury Prevention, Technique
- Interactive classes with individualized corrections
- Sign up and pay online to reserve your spot
- CTT On Demand members get (1) or (unlimited) Zoom class(es) of their choice per month, based on their subscription tier of the Core Performer or the Backstage Pass.
CTT ON TOUR - MASTER CLASSES - TEACHER TRAINING - CHOREOGRAPHY
Core Training Techniques hosts multiple events in Phoenix/Scottsdale, online, and travels to various cities during the year providing customized master classes, workshops, intensives, teacher training, coaching, mentoring, and choreography. Check out our calendar of upcoming events, and how to insure to book a customized event in your hometown/home studio.
- Virtual Winter Worksop on Zoom - December 2024
- Summer Intensives in Arizona - June & August 2025
- Workshops & Intensives in various cities Summer/Fall 2025
- Teacher Training Programs available
- Choreography for solos - productions in musical theatre, lyrical, jazz, and various styles of ballet from classical to theatrical to contemporary ballet/pointe in person & on Zoom.
Committed To Helping Dancers Improve
Emily Zachary-Smith and Josh Smith are a husband and wife team that have been working professionally in the dance industry since 1998. In 2003 they ventured in to Pilates, which led them to other cross training techniques, promoting health and fitness to dancers and clients of all ages, and levels. Dance and Pilates were a natural fit, working seamlessly together.
Focusing on various cross training techniques including Pilates, injury prevention, and more, Josh and Emily founded Core Training Techniques
Testimonials
For the last 3.5 years Core Training Techniques has been a vital part both physcially and mentally in my training to pursue a professional dance career.
Kera
PROFESSIONAL IN ORLANDO BALLET II
Core Training Techniques has been a game changer for me. The diverse range of workouts for stability and technique, has significantly enhanced my strength and endurance, providing a solid foundation for my dance journey.
Janessa Villalon
SUNDOLL AT USF
Every year you experience some of the best training you can get as a dancer. The Core Training Techniques Intensive should be on your list of things to do if you want high end training, and for your physical and mental well-being.
Evie Richard
TREMAINE DANCER OF THE YEAR
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