Dance for Parkinson's Online National Offer

Overview

English National Ballet's Dance for Parkinson's programme invites you to experience the joy of dancing to live music, socialising and meeting new people.

Dance for Parkinson’s national offer takes place online, accessible weekly via zoom so you can experience the joy of dancing from your own home.

We welcome people living with Parkinson’s to join us virtually, no prior dance experience necessary. A range of seated and standing adaptations are presented to cater for all abilities.

Why join Dance for Parkinson's?

Dancing can enhance fluidity of movement, develop postural stability, flexibility of the spine and improve balance

The use of rhythm and voice can help with cueing movement and expression

Every class is accompanied by beautiful live music and delivered by expert dance artists

Enjoy social time in a brilliant community of dancers

FAQs

I’m not very confident online, will someone be able to help me

We have a step-by-step guide for dancers to learn how to join the zoom meeting and check their web camera and sound are working. The Engagement team at English National Ballet are always available to help over the phone should you have any questions.

How do I access the online classes?

The classes are delivered live on Zoom each Friday morning. Dancers will need a laptop, iPad or tablet with a web camera and sound. Dancers will receive a Zoom meeting link and password to join the class at the beginning of term and emails with a reminder of these details each week.

How should I set up for an online Dance for Parkinson’s class?

Dancers should have a stable chair for seated exercises with enough space around them so they can stretch their legs and arms to the side without touching any furniture. We recommend you have a bottle of water next to you and should you be participating independently a telephone within reach in the event of an emergency.

What do I need to participate in an online Dance for Parkinson’s class?

Dancers will need a laptop, iPad or tablet with a web camera and sound.

Where do the online classes take place?

The classes are delivered live on Zoom with dancers participating from their own homes across the UK.

I want to book but the Dance for Parkinson’s class is sold out

If you would like to attend one of our Dance for Parkinson’s classes but are unable to book because the class is sold out, please reach out to our team at dancehealth@ballet.org.uk. They will be able to help you with any questions, tell you more about the classes and add you to our waiting lists so you can find out when the next classes are available.