Joanna Abbatt

Joanna holds a Master's degree in Biomechanics from McGill University's Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, as well as a BFA (Honours) in Dance from York University. She has also acquired several certifications, notably in Pilates technique, the Gyrotonic method, and masso-kinésithérapie.

Her artistic background includes a 15-year career in professional dance. She has danced for the Fondation Jean-Pierre Perreault, Louise Bédard, Montanaro Danse and many other independent choreographers.

A specialist in the biomechanics of dancer movement, Joanna has worked closely with the École supérieure's teaching and health team for several years. She gives group workshops, provides individualized follow-up for students, and contributes to ongoing training for teachers.

Joanna is very active in the Montreal dance community. In addition to regularly offering specialized workshops, she maintains a private practice based on corrective movement, and oriented as much towards prevention as post-injury rehabilitation. Her practice is aimed primarily at dance and yoga professionals, but also extends to people from all walks of life.

She is currently a doctoral candidate at Concordia University, where she is focusing on training young professional dancers.

Joanna Abbatt is the winner of the 2025 ETHEL BRUNEAU Award, presented by Danse Danse and Dr. Sheila Linden at the Prix de la danse de Montréal.

Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy body) - Roman proverb.