Dance for EveryBODY!
The Carousel Dance Centrehas been in existence for 35 years. We believe that all individuals should have the opportunity to experience dance and have developed a unique program which builds a repertoire of movement technique adapted to meet the needs of children and adults with both physical and developmental disabilities. Our co-ed program fosters creative and artistic expression within a socially interactive environment and encourages enjoyment of dancing through participation.
In addition to our specialized programming for children with disabilities, we also encourage integration within both our full year programs and our summer dance camps.
Our program goals are to: · Develop gross motor skills
· Encourage self expression through creative movement
· Develop rhythmic, spatial and temporal awareness
· Enhance body awareness and the development of a positive body image
· Foster social interaction skills
· Provide individualized attention and support with low student to teacher ratio
Dance Classes Include: · Basic dance instruction in ballet & modern dance
· Guided creative dance exploration
· Use of props & imagery to encourage participation and joy of movement
· Music, rhythmic instruments and poetry as accompaniment
· Exercise, fun and fitness
· A special parent viewing celebration at the end of each session
Faculty: INSTRUCTORS - Our instructors use a student centered teaching approach. They are genuinely interested in teaching dance and have a wealth of experience and expertise that they bring to the program.
Heidi Churchill, BA, BEd, RAD TC
Laura Prada, BSc, ARAD, Adv. Teaching Diploma
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Jackie Prada, BA Therapeutic Rec
Program Offerings:
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM A
A dance program designed especially for children with ASD. Children are introduced to dance and movement with an emphasis on the development of gross motor skills.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM B
An adapted dance program for children with both physical and development disabilities. Children are introduced to ballet, modern and creative dance styles in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.
TEEN PROGRAM
An adapted dance program designed for teens with developmental disabilities. Students will experience modern, jazz and creative dance styles.
ADULT PROGRAM
An adapted dance program for adults with developmental disabilities. Students learn modern and jazz dance movements and skills in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.
DANCE COMPANY
An integrated dance and performance opportunity for students enrolled in the Dance for EveryBODY program.
In addition to our specialized programming for children with disabilities, we also encourage integration within both our full year programs and our summer dance camps.
Our program goals are to: · Develop gross motor skills
· Encourage self expression through creative movement
· Develop rhythmic, spatial and temporal awareness
· Enhance body awareness and the development of a positive body image
· Foster social interaction skills
· Provide individualized attention and support with low student to teacher ratio
Dance Classes Include: · Basic dance instruction in ballet & modern dance
· Guided creative dance exploration
· Use of props & imagery to encourage participation and joy of movement
· Music, rhythmic instruments and poetry as accompaniment
· Exercise, fun and fitness
· A special parent viewing celebration at the end of each session
Faculty: INSTRUCTORS - Our instructors use a student centered teaching approach. They are genuinely interested in teaching dance and have a wealth of experience and expertise that they bring to the program.
Heidi Churchill, BA, BEd, RAD TC
Laura Prada, BSc, ARAD, Adv. Teaching Diploma
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Jackie Prada, BA Therapeutic Rec
Program Offerings:
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM A
A dance program designed especially for children with ASD. Children are introduced to dance and movement with an emphasis on the development of gross motor skills.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM B
An adapted dance program for children with both physical and development disabilities. Children are introduced to ballet, modern and creative dance styles in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.
TEEN PROGRAM
An adapted dance program designed for teens with developmental disabilities. Students will experience modern, jazz and creative dance styles.
ADULT PROGRAM
An adapted dance program for adults with developmental disabilities. Students learn modern and jazz dance movements and skills in a fun and encouraging atmosphere.
DANCE COMPANY
An integrated dance and performance opportunity for students enrolled in the Dance for EveryBODY program.