Address PD-specific
Concerns While Developing Artistry and Grace
Weekly class is an aesthetic experience that uses the elements of narrative, imagery, music and community to develop artistry and grace while addressing such PD-specific concerns as balance, flexibility, coordination, isolation and depression. All movement can be adapted to any level of physical facility with some participants remaining seated while others move through the room.
Why Dance for Parkinson’s?
Dance develops flexibility and instills confidence.
Dance is first and foremost a stimulating mental activity that connects mind to body.
Dance breaks isolation.
Dance invokes imagery in the service of graceful movement.
Dance focuses attention on eyes, ears and touch as tools to assist in movement and balance.
Dance increases awareness of where all parts of the body are in space.
Dance tells stories.
Dance sparks creativity.
The basis of dance is rhythm.
The essence of dance is joy.
I enjoy and benefit greatly from your Dance for Parkinson's class. Thanks for opening it to others with PD. Look forward to every class.
— Calvin Underwood