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Congratulations Sarah McLennan on being selected as our December 2020 Volunteer of the Month! 

Sarah is new to The Dance Ability Movement this year but has shown already that she is an integral part of the DAM family!  Sarah jumped right into her role, volunteering in a virtual capacity with our Halton Down Syndrome Association classes on Monday evenings and joining our Mississauga crew at June Lawrence School of [...]

By |2021-01-08T13:23:56-05:00January 8th, 2021|0 Comments

Dancing Together to Keep Our Moods Lifted and Our Dreams Big!

Although this year felt a little upside down, there's a lot to be grateful for as well. 2020 was a year of unpredictable changes, uncertainties, and unknowns but it was also a year for finding the strength of our community and the power of dance to keep us connected and moving together. We have been [...]

By |2020-12-11T16:18:59-05:00December 24th, 2020|0 Comments

December Events – Holiday Story Time with Kelly!

Are you ready for a Holiday Story Time? Grab your pillows and blankets and enjoy the book “Dashing Through the Snow: A Canadian Jingle Bells” by Helaine Becker. Join our volunteer Kelly and a wild cast of Canadian characters as they take over the Christmas holidays to the familiar tune of "Jingle Bells”! Don't forget [...]

By |2020-12-10T15:58:32-05:00December 10th, 2020|0 Comments

December Events – Everyone Can Dance with Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli

We know this has been a difficult year so we’ve decided to run special events throughout the month of December to lift our dancers’ spirit and keep our community virtually connected! All our present and past dancers, volunteers and staff can join these events for FREE! Everyone Can Dance with Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli When: Part [...]

By |2020-12-10T15:50:23-05:00December 10th, 2020|0 Comments

Congratulations Reese Yip on being November’s Volunteer of the Month!

Reese has been such a big part of our in-person and now virtual JCB volunteer team and has made a truly special connection with his buddy. Reese's buddy took it upon themself to nominate him, highlighting how FUN it is to be able to dance together and how great he is to spend time with. [...]

By |2020-11-30T12:56:04-05:00November 30th, 2020|0 Comments

Check out our 2021 online dance class options and sign-up for our free virtual trial class on December 15th!

The Dance Ability Movement offers classes for dancers of all abilities in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment! Qualified instructors and Occupational Therapists (OT) who have a passion for dance and celebrating differences lead engaging virtual and in-person classes that provide dancers with the opportunity to connect, be physically active, and learn new moves! We [...]

By |2021-05-07T08:32:36-05:00November 20th, 2020|0 Comments

Our Virtual Workshops are a great way to keep your community active and connected!

If you are interested in offering a Dance Ability Movement Virtual Workshop to your community, or with your own group of friends, please contact us for more information: contact@danceabilitymovement.com. We are happy to work with you to arrange a workshop to meet the needs of your dancers and your organization. Check out our Virtual Dance [...]

By |2020-11-17T16:25:26-05:00November 17th, 2020|0 Comments

Congratulations Blair Norland on being October’s Volunteer of the Month!

Blair truly understands that all dancers deserve the opportunity to move in ways that feel good to them, and participate in ways that are safe and provide opportunities for connection.  Blair has been a true collaborator with the FAMILY of his dance buddy, coming up with creative solutions with the team to ensure his dance [...]

By |2020-11-09T14:56:10-05:00November 9th, 2020|0 Comments

2020 World Occupational Therapy Day – Interview with Miss Jade!

We are wrapping up our 2020 World OT Day celebration posts with an interview with Miss Jade, one of the co-founders of The Dance Ability Movement, who is also an OT! Thank you to our DAM OTs and all OTs around the world for making a difference in the lives of many! How you’ve been [...]

By |2020-10-31T12:31:51-05:00October 31st, 2020|0 Comments

2020 World Occupational Therapy Day – Interview with Miss Mallory!

Our 2020 World OT Day celebration is coming to an end! Today, you will know more about the Ryan sisters, founders of The Dance Ability Movement, who are also OTs! Check out Miss Mallory’s interview below and stay tuned for Miss Jade’s post. How you’ve been reimagining participation in occupations throughout your career? Throughout my [...]

By |2020-10-30T14:12:49-05:00October 31st, 2020|0 Comments
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