Art at the Treehouse with the English National Ballet

English National Ballet are delighted to be collaborating with Arts for Dementia to deliver a 10-week series of Dance for Dementia classes taking place at the Treehouse, Southwark.

Dance for Dementia, a high-quality artistic and cultural prgramme, invites people living with Dementia and their companions to share in a joyful, creative experience.

Take part in welcoming and open dance classes, designed to engage the body and mind. Dancing encourages freedom and expression, whilst positively increasing strength, mobility and wellbeing. Classes are inspired by ballet and contemporary dance techniques and focused on English Natinal Ballet’s rich repertoire. All classes are inclusive, with seated and standing exercises tailored for all abilities.

Led by an experiecned team of Associate Artists, classes are accompanied to live music. Following the dance session, there is an opportunity to have social time with refreshements provided.

‘I felt like a flower opening, I felt nothing but pleasure and all my worries disappeared’

Dance for Dementia Participant

No prior experience of dance is requied and all ages and experience levels are welcome.

Please note:

– To participate, you will need to register by phone in advance
– Numbers are restricted so, if you may be interested in joining us, please email christina@artsfordementia.org or call 020 36339954
– We regret that we can only accommodate those who expect to be able to attend all 10 sessions
– Refreshments will be available