“While other trainers have toolboxes from which to draw various training exercises and methods, Sam has an entire shopping mall of Saudi-Arabian proportions. The sheer variety of exercises, games, ideas and drills she knows and is able to teach due to her own rigorous and multifaceted training is a breath of fresh air, and she never stops to facinate or surprise me.
This is evident in how she coaches people from all walks of life. She doesn't just prescribe exercises that strengthen X or lengthen Y - she creates experiences that change how people think about their own bodies and what they are capable of.”
"When I watch Samantha dance I see elegance, musicality, spinal articulation and mobility. I see a sense of humour and ability to connect with the audience, but what I see most is strength and resiliency. Seven months since her serious accident she is rising above and an even stronger mover and dancer than before. Different and more versatile. Can't wait to see what she does next!
DR. CYNTHIA BUTLER, CALIFORNIA USA
Samantha Emanuel is a seasoned dance professional with over two decades of experience in performance, teaching, and movement research. Currently pursuing an MSc in Dance Science at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, Samantha brings a unique interdisciplinary approach to her work, blending insights from biomechanics, physiology, psychology, and neuroscience. Her research is generously supported by Trinity College London.
With a global perspective gained from performing and teaching in 42 countries, Samantha has developed a deep understanding of diverse movement practices and their cultural contexts. Her recent work has focused on the intersection of dance and healthcare, collaborating with physiotherapists to support patients with neurological pathologies and designing innovative movement programs for rehabilitation.
Samantha's expertise extends to creating nonlinear pedagogical movement programs, both online and in-person, demonstrating her adaptability and creativity in various learning environments. Her research interests lie in exploring the impact of dance within clinical settings, particularly for adults with acquired brain injuries.
Committed to advancing the field of dance science and its applications in health and wellbeing, Samantha continues to bridge the gap between artistic expression and evidence-based practice in movement and rehabilitation.
MSc Dance Science (in progress) Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Guildhall Ignite Specialist Movement Coach
London Movement Group Coach
BJEPS Educateur Sportif Européen. Activités de la Forme. Cours Collectifs.
Certified FRCms® Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist.
Qualified Level 3 Mat Pilates instructor VTCV City and Guilds.
Theatre performance study at The London International School of Performing Arts (LISPA)
American Tribal Style® Certified the first Tribal Fusion instructor to receive the FatChanceBellyDance® ATS General Skills Teacher Certification.
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