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  • Programs to help take your training and dancing to the next level!

Scroll to the Summer intensive box for details & application forms! Deadline is February 1, 2021!

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WHAT IS CORE TRAINING TECHNIQUES?

PROGRAMS

TRAINING

TRAINING

  • Workshops
  • Intensives
  • Master Classes
  • Private Training
  • Teacher Courses
  • Specialty Classes
  • Virtual Coaching
  • Consulting


Online Training Membership Program coming soon!

TRAINING

TRAINING

TRAINING

  • Cross Training
  • Dance
  • Pilates
  • Plyometrics
  • Injury Prevention
  • Biomechanics
  • Recovery Tools
  • Mentorship
  • Training Tips
  • Goal Orientation


and more!

FOCUS

TRAINING

FOCUS

  • Strength
  • Stability
  • Alignment
  • Core Connection
  • Technique
  • Stamina
  • Precision
  • Awareness
  • Inspiration
  • Longevity


to highlight a few...

About Us

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A Mission of Movement

We are committed to helping dancers improve their strength and skill sets to give them longevity! Focusing on various cross training techniques including Pilates, injury prevention, and more, we can help build awareness and create a foundation of core strength! Prehab is key and knowledge is power! So let us help you with strength, alignment, stability, control, execution, and consistency to help you succeed!


Our programs include a well rounded curriculum that will not only have you moving, but also help you understand how the body works. Dance is demanding on the body, and we want to provide as many training and recovery tools possible! 

Total body connection with stability, plus improving upper body strength with this male dancer.

Training Programs

Courses vary, and are set up for students to have continued growth. We provided workshops, intensives, master classes, private and semi private training, plus customized special events are available. To maintain your training  year round we have an annual membership program launching in 2019, making it possible for you to work with us in your own home or studio. We want dancers of a wide range of ages and levels, including professionals, and teachers/coaches to excel with Core Training Techniques! We have had great success with students and professionals training and working around the world in elite programs and iconic jobs!

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Teachers with Experience

We take pride in being knowledgable, versatile teachers. 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. The fact that we could help provide strength and build strong foundations for ourselves and other dancers was a blessing. Every artist and athlete strive for successful careers with longevity!.


As Master Trainers they continued on their Pilates journey following Josh's dream with their own studio, Hardcore Pilates LA, Inc in 2015. This studio has been a great space for clients of all ages to have growth and accomplish goals; from rehab, to hobbies, to careers. For their two career paths to merge, working with dancers of all ages, pre-professional through professional, is near and dear to their hearts! 


In 2015 they began working with Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT, in professional settings, and personally, with her as their trainer/physical therapist. Kym has a gift and a grasp of how the body works like no other! With her athletic history, elite training, and expertise her knowledge has helped many!. Combining her numerous therapy skills and versatile training techniques she is the best of the best, a true a biomechanics expert! Kym's teaching and rehab methods are one of a kind, and she is always willing to think outside of the box customizing every session! We are thankful to work with her, and have her as our resident expert consult, physical therapist, and biomechanics extraordinaire!


Be sure to read the bios below for more details and resumes highlights. Each of them have versatility!

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Our Approach

Core Training Techniques 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). All of our courses will directly connect to your dancing, and as applied your technique, movement quality, and consistency will improve!


  • WE ARE HERE TO HELP TAKE YOUR DANCING TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

Goals

We strive to provide unique, one of a kind programs, that encompass a wide range of training! Dancers are athletes, spending long hours training to the extremes, with high demands on their bodies. With our courses we will work hard to help you improve your foundation. By building core strength, and enhancing your support systems, we can teach skill sets and tools geared for longevity and success!


  • PREHAB VS REHAB IS KEY!

Success!

We take great joy in seeing students we have worked with go on to succeed in higher level education programs and professional jobs including:


The Royal Ballet School, London

ABT Studio Company, New York

USC, Glorya Kaufman School of Dance 

University of Arizona

Boston Conservatory

Indiana University

Chapman University

...to name a few


Professional experiences include:

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular

ABT Studio Company 

Disney

Commercial & Industrial Work

Regional ballet & modern companies

Summer Intensives June 13-20 & August 1-8

THIS WEEKLONG INTENSIVE IS A ONE OF A KIND, WELL ROUNDED PROGRAM!


Housing, meals, and transportation throughout 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.


This program will be customized to the select students accepted, providing individual attention, and challenging them to their fullest potential! Dancers will have the opportunity to train in their intensive classes, and a private lesson with Kym to address specific biomechanics goals, as well as other training facilities.


WHAT MAKES OUR SUMMER INTENSIVE DIFFERENT?

Personalized programming with individual attention versus being one of 30+ students in a class.

Teachers that already know your name, history, and goals before arrival.

Extra experiences due to the unique housing and property provided.

Excursions to bond with friends while staying in a positive environment and mindset.

Mentorship and inspiration to help you achieve goals!


This is a unique summer intensive, with training and experiences that will last a lifetime! 


See the downloads below for more details and the application/audition process! 

CTT Summer Intensive Application 2021 Word doc (docx)Download
CTT Tuition:Housing:Expenses Summer Intensive 2021 (Word) (docx)Download

Core Training Techniques Summer Intensive Application & Breakdown as a PDF

CTT Summer Intensive Application 2021 PDF (pdf)Download
CTT Tuition:Housing:Expenses Summer Intensive 2021 PDF (pdf)Download

Summer retreat JUNE 21 - 24! Ages 10-13

CTT Summer Retreat is for dancers ages 10-13 in Phoenix!

$995 - Includes 4 full days of training, a swag bag of training to tools for the dancers to keep and continue to use for their training year round, daily lunch and bottled water...Plus extra courses for the parents! Personalized programming & small class size!


This summer program is 4 full days of versatile training! Many genres of dance, cross training, Pilates, injury prevention, biomechanics, and so much more! Our specialty classes include courses to help dancer prep for auditions, performances, interviews, acting, and beyond!


Much like our intensives for ages 14+ we keep the class sizes small so each dancer receives individualized attention and gets to focus on not only the big picture, but specific goals and concerns as well! Our elite team includes a variety  master instructors, trainers, professionals, professors, agents, and physical therapists. Every program is unique, and is geared to the select group of dancers.


Dancers in our CTT Summer Retreat will work in dance and Pilates studios. We will be sharing information for a block of rooms at a local hotel, and are happy to assist with any questions regarding travel, and local information.


Parents! This program includes you!!!

There will be a variety of classes specifically for the parents, guardians, or teachers that bring these young dancers to train. Don't worry! These aren't the same classes as the kids! Your class include Pilates, plus seminars, Q & A's, and more that will directly apply to helping the growth of you and your young dancers. We are experienced teachers used to working with clients of all background, ages, and levels. 


We can't wait to work with everyone as this program for younger dancers helps them grow and succeed at this pivotal age!


Be sure to review the other sections of our website to learn more about our principals, programming, and missions. 



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Application for Summer RETREAT AGES 10-13

CTT Summer Retreat Application 2021 Word doc (docx)Download
CTT Summer Retreat Application 2021 PDF (pdf)Download

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Events

2021 WORKSHOPS - INTENSIVES - MASTER CLASSES - TEACHER COURSES 

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HOW & WHY WE ARE DETERMINED TO HELP students & adults

Prehab & Education - A Recipe For Success!

The amount of injuries we were seeing in dancers from over use, improper movement, and lack of understanding was way too high! Our passion and commitment to helping others train, along with providing as much knowledge as possible to support the mind body connection was over whelming! We were determined to continue to make a difference in dancers' training, and want be accessible to students, professionals, and dance educators. We've made it a mission to provide training and resources through these programs for dancers to successfully achieve goals, 


Helping dancer's  find more strength and a deeper understanding of how their body works and moves pain free is  game changing! Trust us! We've all experienced ups and downs, injuries, and illness. The road to recovery is grueling, but with the toolset we can provide, it can makes your foundation stronger, in turn helping you through challenging times with more support. Just imagine if your training regime included regular sessions and this detailed work! The process of prehab can help you gracefully succeed through movement, and hopefully help avoid injury and/or surgeries. 


With our diverse backgrounds, experiences, and training we all have the common mindset and belief that cross training and prehab are key components for athletes to have successful careers. 


As we continue to work together the growth and development seems limitless! We truly love working with dancers, and equally enjoy working with fellow dance educators, coaches, and trainers. It is our job to help educate  dancers, making sure they are not just talented and versatile, but also strong, smart advocates for their body, mind, and spirit! 


We look forward to working with you in various settings and providing courses that fit your needs!

get to know us

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Emily Zachary-Smith

Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT

Emily Zachary-Smith

With extensive training in all genres of dance from classical ballet, to endless styles coast to coast, Emily is a versatile dancer and teacher. Her training began in Indianapolis at The Dance Refinery. She then progressed to elite level programs at Butler University in the Early Entrance Program for gifted and talented as a freshman in h

With extensive training in all genres of dance from classical ballet, to endless styles coast to coast, Emily is a versatile dancer and teacher. Her training began in Indianapolis at The Dance Refinery. She then progressed to elite level programs at Butler University in the Early Entrance Program for gifted and talented as a freshman in high school.  Emily also trained at professional studios in L.A. and N.Y.C., plus other conventions and intensives. Her experience assisting Joe Tremaine and Doug Caldwell were also huge impacts! In 1998 Emily moved to Los Angeles beginning a career as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. Some favorite credits include The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Crazy For You, American Beauty, The Emmys, and Glee to name a few.


In 2003 she expanded her teaching credits to include Pilates, completing a full comprehensive program through Pilates Sports Center. It was the perfect fit for her to help dancers grow on many levels, providing strength training, working alignment, injury prevention, and more. With numerous continuing education programs she has evolved as a teacher, helping students and professionals take their training to the next level! 


Emily has continued to work in the dance world and Pilates. She teaches nationwide for Tremaine Dance Conventions. While maintaining other teaching and choreography jobs throughout the year with students and teachers across the country, she also teaches at Carousel Dance Studio. During the week her time working with clients at Hardcore Pilates LA is special. Pilates has endless benefits in everyday life, and she is thankful to share that with others!


Emily loves being a mentor to students! Helping to inspire and guide dancers, preparing them for college and career paths is extremely rewarding. As much as she loves her career, she also adores being the mother to Zach and Oliver, She is thankful for her amazing family and mentors that continue to inspire her!

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Josh Smith

Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT

Emily Zachary-Smith

Josh is originally from Hudson, Ohio, where he had training in dance and was a start athlete in soccer, and track and field events. His love for dance led him to studyat Butler University. He knew he needed a strong foundation to have success as a professional dancers, so why not dive in to extensive ballet training 6 days a week! In 1998

Josh is originally from Hudson, Ohio, where he had training in dance and was a start athlete in soccer, and track and field events. His love for dance led him to studyat Butler University. He knew he needed a strong foundation to have success as a professional dancers, so why not dive in to extensive ballet training 6 days a week! In 1998 Josh moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in the commercial dance world. When not performing, he enjoyed teaching part time working with dancers of various ages in jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and tap. Some favorite credits include Charlie's Angels, a series of Jack In The Box commercials, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Pepsi, and a body doubling role in The Zoo Keeper. 


From numerous television and film jobs, commercials, and theater he had great experiences working from L.A. to New York. Josh then decided he wanted pursue further education completing Pilates Sports Center's training program for Pilates. That training came in handy in 2004. Josh suffered a major injury mid-performance. Luckily he was already doing Pilates, and the rehab process solidified his drive and passion for health and fitness. 


In 2008 Josh transitioned to teaching in health and fitness, with a huge emphasis in Pilates full time. After years in the Pilates industry he was determined to follow his dream to have his own studio. Together with his wife, Emily, they grew their love of Pilates in the studio they co-own. Hardcore Pilates LA, Inc. is in Woodland Hills, California. 


Josh overcame huge challenges during a health crisis in 2016. Through programming with Pilates, rehabilitation work with Kym, and his positive mindset he his now stronger than ever! Josh's determination to live a long, healthy life with his family never waivers. He take advantage of every opportunity possible, and loves sharing this positive way of life with his children and clients of all ages!

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Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT

Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT

Kym Dameworth PhD, DPT

Kym is a wealth of knowledge and experience! She has a Doctorate in Physiotherapy, and honorary doctorate in Functional Biomechanics, Anatomy, plus other certificates from various studies and programs. She is a biomechanics specialist, and also specializes in rehab post abdominal reconstruction.


Kym's background includes intense training a

Kym is a wealth of knowledge and experience! She has a Doctorate in Physiotherapy, and honorary doctorate in Functional Biomechanics, Anatomy, plus other certificates from various studies and programs. She is a biomechanics specialist, and also specializes in rehab post abdominal reconstruction.


Kym's background includes intense training and success as an elite level gymnast. Unfortunately, when missing a dismount from the balance beam she sustained career ending injuries to  her back, femur, and shoulder. Kym's orthopedic at the time put her in Pilates for rehab, as she was too strong for tradition physical therapy (PT). Through this process she learned about the "core." This peeked her interest, starting her lifelong study of Pilates, learning to use her body efficiently to heal and avoid surgeries.


As her education continued Kym now uses  movements infused from her Pilates background and other training for all her rehab, along with any strength, functional movement,  flexibility, stability & mobility. She believes we should all learn how to use our bodies pain free. Knowing the difference between pain & something that is just stiff & sore. Quality over quantity, and understanding how to efficiently move our bodies is always a goal to live by.


Kym has worked in several clinics & hospitals as a PT, but always finds herself back in the studio. 

She continues to study the body, various therapies, and movement practices to expand her knowledge and further understand how to challenge anyone & everyone who comes in to train.


As Kym continues on her path helping others, she also never stops learning! She recently added another certificate to her training with Neurokinetic Therapy TM (NKT). 


While balancing her successful career she also love being a mother and wife to Bryce, Kylie, and Bryan.

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