Keeping active is vital for people living with arthritis. This is because exercise increases strength and flexibility which can help to decrease arthritis symptoms like joint pain and fatigue.
Several studies have found people suffering from arthritis had improvement in mobility and joint pain, as well as positive changes in depression, anxiety, fatigue and tension when participating in a dance program once a week.
Arthritis Queensland & Arthritis NSW have partnered with Queensland Ballet to develop this ONLINE group dance program to help people living with arthritis to get active with movements that are safe and beneficial to arthritis management.
Queensland Ballet is a professional ballet company that offers inclusive workshops and endeavours to connect people and dance.
About Dance for Arthritis
Dance for Arthritis is a virtual group dance program designed to help people living with arthritis increase their physical activity while having fun. This means that, each week you can join your arthritis exercise dance class from the comfort of your own home with a dance teacher guiding you through a live dance class
As a 10-week arthritis exercise program, we’ll stay with you at each step of the way. We can help to keep you motivated, offer support, and also provide additional resources so you can incorporate safe movement into your lifestyle. All dance classes are beginner-friendly and arthritis-friendly; no prior dance experience required!
With the support of the Dance for Arthritis community, we can help ensure you’re living life to the fullest.
Cost
The total cost for the Dance for Arthritis program is $80. This equals just $8 per class!
Dance for Arthritis is made available at the lowest price possible, with all registration fees directly going towards the ongoing costs of running classes. We understand that at times people may experience financial hardship which may prevent them from being able to afford registration costs. We have a limited number of fully-subsidised spots available; if this applies to you contact Sean at sean.carmody@arthritis.org.au or 07-3857 4200.
Sign up to Dance for Arthritis today!
Starting in your first class is easy… simply select the class and time that suits you best from the classes below and follow the simple prompts. We will then send you a confirmation email which will ask you a few quick questions to ensure that the class will be safe and suitable for you. You can then book a time with Sean for a quick chat where he will have you 100% ready for your first class!
Can't find a suitable class time?
We are so sorry but our Dance for Arthritis classes are all SOLD OUT. But before you leave… please put your name on our Waitlist! Life happens and people sometimes, have to reluctantly drop out of their class before it even begins. And, of course, our next round of classes are only weeks away from opening! See you dancing soon!!
You can also check out upcoming classes for our online strength and balance based program Arthritis Moves, or get in touch with us on 07 3857 4200 to chat with our health team about which program might be a good fit for you!