Extreme Dance Tricks by Oliver Scott

“Extreme Dance Tricks” explores the captivating, and often perilous, world of high-risk choreography in dance. Delving into the biomechanics, artistry, and evolution of extreme dance, the book examines what drives dancers to push their physical and mental limits. One intriguing fact is that the pursuit of increasingly complex moves represents a significant evolution in human performance. The book also analyzes the ethical considerations surrounding dangerous dance, particularly the safety of performers.

The book progresses by first defining “extreme dance” before moving into case studies of specific tricks across various genres, explaining the physics behind these moves with diagrams. It then analyzes injuries, drawing from medical studies and interviews, culminating in safety protocols. By connecting to sports medicine, biomechanics, and psychology, “Extreme Dance Tricks” provides a never-before-seen perspective.