ABOUT SD NEURODANCE
San Diego NeuroDance is a collaboration between adults living with neurological diseases, their caregivers or loved ones, physical therapists, and dancers. By providing symptom-based and diagnosis-based classes, SD NeuroDance creates a safe and specialized environment that allows persons living with disability to experience the joy of dance with their loved ones.
NeuroDance hosts welcoming drop-in dance classes designed for people with neurologic movement impairments and their loved ones where accessibility, creativity, and self-expression take center stage.
Whether you dance from a chair, with a walker, or on your feet, this class honors every body’s unique rhythm and ability.
There are no right or wrong moves—.All participants are encouraged to move at the level of comfort that is safe & accessible to them. You know your body & limits best; we are here to support you in any way we can. Guided by a supportive instructor, knowledgeable physical therapists, spirited volunteers, and uplifting music, you’ll explore breath, rhythm, and expressive gestures that connect you to joy, community, and the power of dance. Come as you are. Leave with a smile.
Our classes are held on a rotating schedule for the following 5 different conditions: Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke & Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Acquired Paralysis, and Progressive Atrophying Conditions. Classes are open to all adults who desire physically adaptive dance classes, but are especially catered to the symptoms of each condition. You do NOT need to have that condition to attend, especially if you experience similar symptoms in your life or want to join a supportive community.
LOCATION:
The Chrysalis: Monarch Center for the Arts
1805 Main Street San Diego, CA 92113
A fully wheel-chair accessible space with easy parking.
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Project Creator and Coordinator: Lexii Regina Alcaraz & Malashock Dance
PARKINSON’S DISEASE
February 8 | April 19 | May 10 | June 7 | August 2 | October 4
10:15 – 11:15 am
A higher-energy dance class that encourages big and expansive movement. Music is selected to help encourage movement. All mobility devices welcome and class can be taken seated or standing.
REGISTERSTROKE & BRAIN INJURY
February 15 | April 26 | June 14 | August 9 | October 18
10:15 – 11:15 am
This is a dance class that focuses on using both sides of the body as much as possible. Classes are taught with mindfulness of possible speech difficulties. All mobility devices welcome and class can be taken seated or standing.
REGISTERCEREBRAL PALSY
March 1 | May 3 | June 21 | August 16 | October 25
10:15 – 11:15 am
A dance class that focuses on being in your body and exploring your own movement style. All mobility devices welcome and class can be taken seated, standing, or even laying down sometimes.
REGISTERAQUIRED PARALYSIS
March 8 | June 28 | September 6 | November 8
10:15 – 11:15 am
A dance class that uses our available motions and body parts to explore new movement pathways. All mobility devices welcome and classes will challenge you to find creative ways to use your mobility device.
REGISTERPROGRESSIVE ATROPHYING CONDITIONS (MS, ALS, MD, SMA, CMT)
March 15 | May 17 | July 19 | September 13 | November 15
10:15 – 11:15 am
A slower-paced dance class that focuses on using our movements without overworking muscles. Class includes partnering to assist with increasing movement. All mobility devices welcome and class can be taken seated or standing.
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