Welcome to the AAHC Mentorship Program!
Embark on a transformative journey of learning and professional growth with the AAHC Mentorship Program. This ongoing program is meticulously designed for health and wellness professionals, offering a curriculum that provides flexibility and a unique experience. Tailored to your goals, background, and future aspirations in the field of performing arts physical therapy, this program is a transformative opportunity for those passionate about guiding artistic athletes to peak performance and holistic well-being.
Mentorship Highlights
The What: Tailored Mentorship for Artistic Wellness
Personalized Learning Mix:
Engage with a blend of pre-recorded lessons, live Zoom discussions, and exclusive 1:1 mentorship.
Curated Career Development:
Benefit from a heavily curated program tailored to your goals and career aspirations in performing arts physical therapy.
Guiding Artistic Excellence:
Learn from industry experts, observe onsite treatment (if applicable), collaborate with artists and clinicians, and contribute to wellness programming implementation in a community of your choice.
The Who: Ideal Candidate Characteristics
Diverse Backgrounds and Abilities:
We welcome individuals who thrive in diverse environments and have a commitment to working effectively with varied backgrounds and abilities.
Effective Communication Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, ensuring clear and impactful interactions within our community.
Positive, Open, and Flexible Mindset:
We seek candidates with a positive, open, and flexible mindset and attitude, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
The How: Maximizing Your Mentorship Experience
Structured Learning Objectives:
Engage in monthly meetings, bi-weekly check-ins, and journal prompts for self-reflection, ensuring a personalized and guided learning path. Benefit from hands-on experiences and apply acquired skills in practical settings.
Financial Commitment:
To participate, selected mentors make a financial investment of $1500 for the 6-month duration, if paid in 1 installment. You also have the option of paying as you go, with an investment of $275/month. This contribution sustains the program, fostering a rich and impactful experience for all participants.
Embark on Your Tailored Journey: AAHC Mentorship Program Overview
A transformative 6-month Journey with a Customized Curriculum.
Orientation and Goal Setting
(Month 1):
Begin with an introduction, goal setting, and personalized learning plans. Assess your skills, set achievable goals, and establish a foundation for a positive mentoring relationship.
Advanced Clinical Skills
(Month 2-3):
Delve into anatomy, biomechanics, advanced manual therapy techniques, injury analysis, and treatment planning. Apply learned techniques in live settings through case studies and onsite experiences.
Navigating the PT Field
(Month 4):
Explore the physical therapy landscape in the arts, focusing on networking, effective communication, and relationship building within the community.
Burnout Prevention and Wellness (Month 5):
Recognize signs of burnout, develop work-life balance strategies, and incorporate mindfulness and stress management techniques. Begin planning for community wellness programming.
Executive Coaching and Program Development (Month 6):
Understand executive coaching principles, continue developing and implementing a wellness program for a local arts organization, refine presentation skills, and receive feedback.
Throughout the Mentorship:
Regular one-on-one and virtual check-ins assess progress and provide ongoing support.
Journal prompts encourage self-reflection, and hands-on experiences offer practical applications of learned skills.
Post-mentorship, a final evaluation and continued support ensure a comprehensive learning experience.
Who We Are
AAHC is a devoted community of health and wellness professionals committed to cultivating a culture of prevention and well-being among diverse artists.
Our Onsite Services offer tailored packages for the local performing arts community, including
Onsite PT services
Recovery classes and screenings
Access to MD and nutrition services
Strength & conditioning training
Health & wellness workshops
Our Mentorship Program is crafted with expertise, providing an innovative and personalized approach to developing the next generation of performing arts clinicians.
Through a 6-month mentorship program, ongoing lectures, workshops, and networking events, it collectively empowers professionals, shaping the future of artists' well-being.
Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Apply now and step into a program uniquely crafted for your success in the dynamic world of performing arts physical therapy and medicine.
"I now have a deeper understanding of the different components that are crucial for dance health and well-being." - Dana Arie
"The AAHC mentorship and training program has provided me with invaluable knowledge on how to holistically address the specific needs of dancers and other performing artists in the clinic." - Dr. Kayla Pinzur
"AAHC has given me a solid foundation to recognize common risks and dysfunctions in dancers, particularly in ballet, contemporary, and Latin styles." - Dr Matthew Kimball
