DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S®

This is a dance class for people with all degrees of Parkinson’s Disease. Studies have shown that bringing dance and movement to people with PD offers them a sense of freedom, balance, control, grace, and fluidity. Participants often begin class moving stiffly, even self-consciously but by the end of class they are laughing and gliding with fluid ease. This class brings laughter, community, and JOY! Family members and care partners are invited and encouraged to participate.

Dance for PD® is an international program guided and run by professionally trained dance and movement experts.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT SHARON’S CLASS:

“Sharon encourages us to see art in ourselves even if we are discouraged physically.  She leads us to a place were we can merge mind and body to create something graceful, creative, and joyful.”

Karen, dancer with Parkinson’s – Billings, MT

“We have an extremely amazing and magical program here at Westpark Village, Senior Living. I am sharing because I think it’s so wonderful. This class has changed the life of some of the attendees. They can do more things in their normal life: fall less, feel better about themselves and feel a sense of community. The list goes on and on. Bringing Sharon and Dance for Parkinson’s® in to be apart of our programs here at Westpark, has been the highlight of my career!”

Melissa Scianna, (former) Director of Public and Resident Relations at Westpark Village, Senior Living, Billings, MT

Sharon, what a great job you did at the Parkinson’s Summit. Everyone loved it and it was so fun to watch and see the joy on people’s faces! We so appreciate your participation. You’re amazing!”

Dustin Strandell, Colleen Martin, Dept. of Neurology at St. Vincent’s Healthcare, Billings, MT