Silver Swans® Classes
The Royal Academy of Dance developed Silver Swans® in response to a growing demand for ballet classes for older learners.
Sessions are based upon research into dance practice for older participants from our Dance for Lifelong Wellbeing project. This project identified psychological benefits of dance, such as perceived improvements in quality of life, as well as physiological advantages, such as improved balance.
Silver Swans® classes are delivered exclusively by Silver Swans® Licensees who have trained to safely adapt ballet techniques for older adults.
- Classes are for both novice and experienced dancers
- Although targeted at those aged over 55, there is no upper or lower age limit to be a Silver Swan
- These classes will help improve mobility, posture, co-ordination and energy levels
- Most importantly, these classes are an opportunity to have fun and enjoy the sense of wellbeing that dance brings
The classes do not follow any particular syllabus; they focus of style, musicality, quality of movement & inspiring a diverse group of ‘swans.’
The Lea Sandford school of Dancing started teaching Adult classes in February in 2017 & already has a core group who are just loving the classes & have asked for more classes per week!. The school is starting its Silver Swans® program in February 2020 at its studio in Red Beach Whangaparaoa
Contact
Class Time table
The classes will run every Tuesday @10.00am except for School holidays and Public Holidays
| Classes | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Every Tuesday (Except for School holidays and Public Holidays) | 10.00am | Lea Sandford School of Dance Studio (see below for directions) |
Silver Swans® Rodney Licensee: Lea Sandford
Studio : Lea Sandford School of Dancing
76 Red Beach Rd
Red Beach
Methodist Church Hall
Red Beach
Ph 021 182 5505 or 09 426 8005
Classes 10.am Tuesdays (see term timetable above
Lessons only $10 per person