English National Ballet launches Parkinson's dance tutorial
We're supporting a new dance tutorial from the English National Ballet. It aims to encourage people with Parkinson's to try dancing.
Developed by one of the UK's leading choreographers, Arlene Phillips, the dance tutorial gives those with a connection to Parkinson’s an accessible and relaxing way to try dancing.
The new dance routine shows the benefits of dance for people with Parkinson's and other neurological conditions. Using a step-by-step approach, the tutorial aims to help all ages and abilities follow the carefully designed movements and steps. It can be tried at home or with others at a local dance class.
The free tutorial forms part of a wider resource pack from the English National Ballet about the benefits of dancing with Parkinson's. It’s been launched to celebrate the annual Let's Dance! Day campaign in March.
Find out more about Let's Dance! on the English National Ballet website.
Can dance support people with Parkinson's?
Dance has many benefits for people with Parkinson's, including:
- better posture
- improved balance and coordination
- more energy
- improved wellbeing and mindfulness
- more social opportunities
- improved strength
- reduced risk of falls
- improved sleep patterns.
We hope that people living with Parkinson's will be inspired to start dancing, or continue to dance in the future.
Watch the free dance tutorial and download the resource pack on the English National Ballet website.
Dance for Parkinson's
The new tutorial was developed with the support of dance teachers, people with Parkinson's, carers and volunteers.