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Dance Connect
An inclusive movement class for children with autism and related learning disabilities
Dance Connect Exhibition launch night and comments
Click here to see photos from Dance Connect classes.
Dance Connect Photo Exhibition More info here
Aims & objectives:
Children:
To provide opportunity for involvement in a social setting that offers scope for leisure activity; promote personal development; relieve tension and energy in a fun and positive way, while furthering access to educational possibilities.
Parents:
To present time and place to focus on the positive aspects of their child’s abilities; while also benefiting from physical activity leading to stress relief, fun and positive parent child bonding. To offer social networking and mutual support gained from working alongside other parents of autistic children.
Developmental play / movement aims:
Encourage increased eye contact
Promote crossing the mid line
Strengthen sequencing skills
Comments from parents currently attending Dance Connect:
- “This is a unique class for children with special needs. My child has made considerable progress in this class and I am happy when my child is enjoying & benefiting from the class.”
- “I can just relax and let my child enjoy the class without having to worry about what happens if he starts running around. It’s fantastic.”
- “This is the only class I’ve come across that’s suitable + fun for autistic kids.”
- “It’s quality time with me / fun for him / meeting others kids.”
- “I enjoy sharing in the class with my child.”
- “My child has better eye contact with movement.”
Please note:
Places are available by request via a waiting list / rota system
- Children may be aged between 5 – 10 years old
- There must be 1 to 1 support per every child attending class (i.e. carer, teacher or parent)
- Maximum number of children attending class: 8
- Please no siblings or extra adults attending, to help maintain a calm atmosphere & focus on child with learning disability
- All participants should wear loose comfortable clothing that is easy to move in, including the adults. Layers are best.
- Children dance bare foot and adults are advised to follow suit or wear soft soled / flat, non slip footwear
- Please bring non-fizzy drinks for break times
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