Cognitive/Mental Development
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Learning movement phrases
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Learning the structure of a whole dance piece and understanding role within it
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Naming body parts/actions
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Responding to creative tasks
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Focus & Concentration
Well Being & Involvement
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Being fully involved in an activity regardless of ability
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Exploring imagination, creativity
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Expression & communication
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Raising aspirations and ambitions
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Experiencing success & achievement in a positive learning environment
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Self esteem self confidence through supporting others
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Developed social skills and increased interaction
Health & Fitness
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Stamina
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Developed muscle tone and strength
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Improved condition of heart and lungs
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Increased mobility & flexibility
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Improved posture and balance
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Increased Fitness levels
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Weight management
Four ways CONFIDANCE can work with you
Projects
CONFIDANCE designs and delivers inclusive dance projects to raise the profile of organisations and schools and their participants. Jo specialises in multi-disciplinarary collaborations, fostering links between artforms and growing the engagement of the project. Previous projects involved an art exhibition, costume design and creating musical scores. Contact us to see how we can help you promote your work.
Dance Classes and Courses
CONFIDANCE delivers workshops and performance opportunities for people of all ages and abilities, from Early Years to adults, from mainstream to people wth complex needs. Workshops are delivered in a range of community settings, schools and theatres. Jo has a person-centred approach to working, always curious for new and exciting ways for her groups to have ownership and pride in their work. Contact us if you would like to book a class or course.
Education and Training
CONFIDANCE delivers education and training opportunities for dance, inclusion and creativity. Jo regularly works within theatres, educational institutions (both mainstream and SEN), providing resources, guidance, in-house training and CPD for performers, university students, teachers and public sector staff. For further information on how to collaborate with CONFIDANCE, please contact us with your enquiry.
Panel Speaker
Jo is an experienced speaker and provocateur and has been a panel member for events such as Shaping a Diverse Future (The Point, Eastleigh), Mind The Gap (Gulbenkian, Canterbury) and a Symposium on Inclusivity (Rose Bruford College, Sidcup) addressing topics such as 'Language and Identity' and 'Considering Aesthetics; What is Beautiful?' in relation to inclusion and disability. Do contact us if you would like more information.