This seven-module self-paced course, created by Danscend co-founders Michelle Loucadoux and Kristin Deiss, explores one of the most personal and powerful parts of a dancer’s life: the relationship with your own body.

Body image doesn’t exist in isolation. It is shaped by the way we talk to ourselves, the content we consume, and how we care for ourselves through challenges. That’s why this course goes beyond body image alone to cover five connected topics: body image, self-talk, social media, resilience, and self-care. Together, they offer a fuller picture of how dancers think and feel about themselves.

Each section combines several types of learning. Instructional videos introduce the key concepts and the science behind them. Worksheets then help you put that knowledge into practice. Some offer additional information, some invite personal reflection, and others present stories of dancers facing these same struggles so you can see the ideas applied in real-life situations.

The goal of this course is not just to understand the science behind body image, but to give you the tools you can use to develop and maintain a healthier relationship with your body. Through these foundations of introspection and knowledge, we hope you can grow as a dancer and become a happier person.

This course is hosted on Kajabi. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Click on "Enroll Now for $25" 
2. Log into Kajabi or create an account with Kajabi:
   • If you already have a Kajabi account, log in with your existing credentials.
   • If you are new, you'll be prompted to create a free Kajabi account (this just requires an email and password)
3. Complete payment:
   • You will be directed to a checkout page to purchase the course before gaining access.
4. Go to "My Courses": 
   • Once logged in (and payment is complete), you will land on your My Courses dashboard in Kajabi.
5. Enter the course:
   • Click on the course title/thumbnail to open it.
6. Start learning:
   • You are in! Proceed through the modules at your own pace.

1. How do I get back to the course after enrolling?
   • You should have received an email from Kajabi with your log on information.
   • You can also go to https://opdi-ndeo.mykajabi.com/login and log in with your username or password.
2. I don't remember my log in to Kajabi, how can I find it?
   • Click on https://opdi-ndeo.mykajabi.com/login and then click on Forgot password

Any other questions please email opdi@ndeo.org.