At Harlequin Floors, supporting the dance community goes beyond providing world-class dance flooring. It means championing the health, safety, education, and artistic development of dancers at every level. This September, two major industry conferences brought together professionals dedicated to advancing these shared goals: the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS) Annual Conference and the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) National Conference.
Advancing Dancer Health and Performance at IADMS
Harlequin Floors was proud to support the 36th Annual International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS) Conference, held September 24–27, 2026, in Melbourne, Australia.
Founded in 1990, IADMS is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to improving dancers’ health, well-being, training, and performance through medical, scientific, and educational excellence.
The annual conference brings together more than 500 professionals from around the world, including clinicians, researchers, educators, dance scientists, and performing artists. Through lectures, movement sessions, research presentations, and collaborative discussions, attendees explore the latest developments in dance medicine and science.
At Harlequin Floors, we recognize the important connection between dance flooring and dancer health. From shock absorption to stability and traction, the right flooring plays an essential role in creating environments that support safe movement and optimal performance.
We applaud IADMS for its continued dedication to advancing research, education, and best practices that benefit dancers worldwide.
Connecting with Dance Educators at NDEO 2026
Meanwhile, Harlequin Floors was pleased to attend the 2026 National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) National Conference, held September 25–27 at the Albuquerque Convention Center in New Mexico.
This year’s conference, themed SYNERGY: Uniting to Progress the Field of Dance Education, brought together dance educators, artists, and industry professionals for a weekend of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.
The event featured an extensive program of workshops, master classes, panel discussions, presentations, and performances, providing opportunities to exchange ideas and explore new approaches to dance education.
Harlequin Floors Sales Manager Rosa Smith attended the conference and enjoyed connecting with educators and industry professionals who share our passion for creating supportive learning environments for dancers.
As a company committed to providing high-quality dance flooring for studios, schools, and performance spaces, we value opportunities to engage directly with the educators who inspire and train the next generation of dancers.
We extend our thanks to NDEO for bringing the dance education community together for another inspiring conference.
A Shared Commitment to the Future of Dance
While IADMS and NDEO focus on different aspects of the dance industry, both organizations share a common mission: helping dancers thrive.
Whether through scientific research, professional education, or innovative flooring solutions, creating healthier, safer, and more supportive environments remains essential to the future of dance.
Harlequin Floors is proud to support organizations and initiatives that advance these goals, and we look forward to continuing our connections with the dance community.
Learn more about how Harlequin Floors supports dancers through innovative flooring solutions at us.harlequinfloors.com.