Agenda
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival and Registration
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Welcome and introduction to DNA’s work and impact with Gemma Wright CEO
🕑: 10:20 AM - 10:40 AM
How can you best fill YOUR cup
Host: Jess Swallow
🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Workshop 1: Dancing with Dementia
Host: Rachel Newby
Info: Learn dance and movement strategies to engage individuals living with dementia, including exploring non-verbal communication through dance.
🕑: 11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Refreshment Break
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Workshop 2: Creative Dance for Older Adults
Host: Jess Swallow
Info: Focus on storytelling, reminiscence, meditation, music, and props to create engaging movement and creative dance experiences
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:40 PM
Lunch and networking
🕑: 01:40 PM - 02:30 PM
Workshop 3: Open Dance Session with DNA Dancers
Host: Karen Pratt
Info: Open Dance Session with DNA Dancers (mainly Dancing with Parkinson's group)
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:40 PM
Comfort Break
🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:40 PM
Workshop 4: Resources – How to Use Them
Host: Rachel Newby
Info: Learn how to use props (scarves, ribbons etc) to enhance creative dance and movement. Explore music choices that encourage participation and joy.
🕑: 03:40 PM - 03:45 PM
5-minute breath work
Host: Jess Swallow
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing, feedback and next steps
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Birthday Celebrations
Info: For those who don't have to run away, celebrate our birthday with us with cake and a glass of fizz in the bar.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Colchester Rugby Club, Raven Park, Colchester, United Kingdom
GBP 87.38 to GBP 150.00
