Dance for Parkinson's - Mark Morris Dance Group
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Organization Location
3 Lafayette Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11217
Description
Our acclaimed classes integrate movement from a variety of dance forms to foster a fun, inclusive, creative and social experience.
Classes are offered in-person in many cities around the world, or at home via Zoom, over the phone, or with videos.
Get more info on this webpage.Our Dance Style
In class, teaching artists integrate movement from a diverse variety of dance and movement styles, including choreographic repertory, to engage participants’ minds and bodies and create an enjoyable, social environment for artistic exploration.
Three Simple Steps
Follow your teacher as best you can, but stay aware of your own comfort level and feel free to change anything that doesn’t feel right. Pause or take a break, or skip to the next activity, whenever you choose. We recommend dancing barefoot or with socks if it’s not too slippery. Jazz or ballet shoes work well too
Watch a sample activity or class by clicking here and scroll down to see video.
Dance develops
strength, fluidity, flexibility, stamina, and balance.Dance helps us
master skills through progressive training.Dance is
a stimulating cognitive activity that connects mind to body.Dance supports
social connections and a sense of belonging.Dance harnesses
imagery, rhythm, and music in the service of intentional movement.Through dance
we express stories and emotions through our bodies.Dance sparks
creativity and develops problem-solving skills.The essence of dance
is joy.Simple pointers to get started
1. There is no wrong way to dance
Follow your teacher as best you can, but stay aware of your own comfort level and feel free to change anything that doesn't feel right. You can do one movement, or slow things down. You can pause or take a break, or skip to the next activity, whenever you choose.
2. Use a video to start
One of the great things about learning on video is that you can pause the video and work out a move that's new or unfamiliar. Take the time you need to feel more comfortable with the movement.
3. Find the right chair
For the seated activities, find a comfortable chair that provides support but is not too soft. A kitchen or dining room chair is best (rather than a sofa).
4. Choose the right footwear
We recommend dancing barefoot or with socks if it's not too slippery. Jazz or ballet shoes work well too - anything that will allow you to articulate movements through your feet (you'll see what we mean in many of the videos).
Contact
Contact form - https://danceforparkinsons.org/contact-us/
Phone - 1-800-957-1046
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DanceforPD/
Upcoming events
- No upcoming events
Past events
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- Parkinson's Movement Lab
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- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
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- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
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- Parkinson's Movement Lab
- – (EDT)
- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
- – (EDT)
- Parkinson's Movement Lab
- – (EDT)
- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
- – (EDT)
- Parkinson's Movement Lab
- – (EDT)
- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
- – (EDT)
- Parkinson's Movement Lab
- – (EDT)
- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
- – (EDT)
- Parkinson's Movement Lab
- – (EDT)
- Sing for Parkinson's Community Class
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn
- – (EDT)
- Dance for Parkinson's PRO Brooklyn