Dance for Health: Empowering Mental Wellbeing Through Movement
A program designed to improve mental health in teenagers and adults using the Dance for Health method, emphasizing joy of movement, social connection, and self-acceptance. The program incorporates the core concepts and lessons learned from the Dance for Health study, aiming to be an inexpensive, fun, and body-based intervention.
Program Modules
Understanding Dance for Health
Introduction to the Dance for Health program, its origins, and its impact on mental wellbeing. Understand the core concepts and the research behind it.
Dance for Health Research Deep Dive
WeeklyDelve into the research supporting Dance for Health and reflect on key findings.
The Four Keys to Dancing Your Way to Better Mental Health
Explore the four key concepts of Dance for Health: Joy of Movement, Freedom from Performance, Social Connection, and Seeing What You Have.
Find Your Joy of Movement
WeeklyEngage in activities that cultivate the joy of movement without judgment.
Experience Freedom from Performance
WeeklyPractice improvisation and movement without focusing on perfection.
Foster Social Connection Through Dance
WeeklyParticipate in group dances and non-verbal communication exercises.
See What You Have, Not What You Lack
WeeklyFocus on the positive aspects of your body and movement abilities.
Dance for Health in Practice
Learn how to implement Dance for Health in different settings, focusing on collaboration with schools and creating a judgment-free environment.
Strengthening Colaboration
MonthlyStrengthen the relation with school healthcare professionals.
Creating Freedom
MonthlyLearn techniques to create a welcoming and supportive dance environment.
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the principles and research behind Dance for Health.
- Learn to create a joyful and judgment-free dance environment.
- Develop skills to use dance as a tool for improving mental wellbeing.
- Learn to foster social connections through movement.
- Promote body awareness and self-acceptance through dance.
Full program access + updates