The programme is designed for organisations that are looking to expand their offerings by delivering inclusive dance classes for children and teens.
By completing this course, your staff will:
Provides an overview of the SEND Dance for Children and Teens programme, explaining its structure, key objectives, and guidance on how to approach the course effectively.
Covers the fundamental principles of understanding disability, barriers to inclusion, and effective communication strategies, as well as insights into cultural considerations, hidden disabilities, and specific conditions such as autism and complex disabilities.
Explores the specifics of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including behaviour, mental health, mobility aids, and legislative frameworks, supported by practical resources and reflective insights.
Outlines methodologies for inclusive dance instruction, with guidance on choreography, seated dance games, mindfulness, Makaton communication, and planning for progression.
Focuses on real-world application with example classes, portfolio development, professional guidelines, and certification, ensuring staff are prepared to deliver seated dance sessions effectively.
This course is ideal for organisations looking to expand their provision of inclusive dance for children and teens of all abilities. Whether your team consists of dance instructors aiming to develop adaptive movement skills or professionals working in SEND settings looking to introduce seated dance, this training provides staff with the necessary skills to lead ParaStars Dance™ classes with confidence.
Ideal participants include:
Synergy Dance® serves children and adults of all abilities and ages. This covers those with special needs and the disability community. We include the visually impaired and blind, those with autism and the deaf community. Our outreach programme was set up to create a positive change. We remove barriers for young people who experience marginalisation or disadvantages