Dance movement psychotherapy groups offer the elderly a physically and psychologically safe environment which supports the emotional, relational and exercise needs of the aging adult. Groups also create an opportunity for social interaction, mutual support, creative self-expression and belonging that encourage a sense of self-worth.
Creative Movement for Seniors provides essential exercises for the needs of the older adult in a creative context that is safe, fun and inspiring. Groups/classes incorporate endurance, strength, balance and stretching exercises designed to foster a playful exploration of the body’s range of movement. Participants will learn new ways to move creatively, relaxing and energizing breathing techniques, and gain awareness of their bodies and senses.
Through improvisational dance, expressive movement, imagery, poetry and songs participants can share their stories and memories. The therapist facilitates a safe space in which feelings such as mourning, frustrations, joy and laughter can be ritualized in group movement, allowing for emotional release and group bonding. Dance/movement psychotherapy provides what research supports as being essential in warding off mental decline in the older adult: physical activity, cognitive and social stimulation.
Creative Movement for Seniors provides essential exercises for the needs of the older adult in a creative context that is safe, fun and inspiring. Groups/classes incorporate endurance, strength, balance and stretching exercises designed to foster a playful exploration of the body’s range of movement. Participants will learn new ways to move creatively, relaxing and energizing breathing techniques, and gain awareness of their bodies and senses.
Through improvisational dance, expressive movement, imagery, poetry and songs participants can share their stories and memories. The therapist facilitates a safe space in which feelings such as mourning, frustrations, joy and laughter can be ritualized in group movement, allowing for emotional release and group bonding. Dance/movement psychotherapy provides what research supports as being essential in warding off mental decline in the older adult: physical activity, cognitive and social stimulation.