At DREAM Dance Conservatory, we believe every child should have the opportunity to experience the joys and benefits of dance, regardless of individual needs or abilities. That's why we offer a special Dance Movement class tailored for children with special needs.
This class provides a welcoming, understanding environment where students can thrive. Activities are adapted to focus on improving gross motor skills, fine motor dexterity, flexibility, range of motion and coordination. Dancers are gently guided through movement in ways that meet their unique needs. There is no pressure - just encouragement and praise to help build confidence.
Dance is an incredibly valuable creative outlet for children with special needs. The social nature provides opportunities to practice interacting with others. Following along with the instructor helps strengthen focus and the ability to follow multi-step directions. Moving to music promotes further development of motor skills and rhythm. Most importantly, students experience pure joy as they dance and express themselves through movement.
At DREAM Dance Conservatory, we are committed to making dance accessible in an environment where every child, of every ability, feels included. Our specialized Dance Movement class uses creative methods to engage students' minds and bodies, while building a supportive community. We invite you to join us and see the confidence and skills your child can gain through our adaptive dance program.
A few activities your child will work on in Dance Movement:
- basic stretching
- muscle control by learning turn out positions of the feet and arms
- basic movement isolations such as movement of shoulders and ribcage isolations
- basic choreography customized to individual children's abilities
- listening and following instructions
- fun and creative dance movement games
Dance Movement offers two different 30 minute classes for various ages, K-6th and 7th-12th. Please check the DREAM Conservatory Schedule to see the days & times of each class.
