Research suggests dance can improve cognitive performance and reaction times, making it a useful treatment for a number of conditions, including arthritis, dementia, depression and Parkinson’s Disease (PD).
In 2013, Queensland Ballet (QB) launched a pilot program offering specialised dance classes to people with PD, based on the internationally recognised Dance for PD® program.
This was the first study of its kind in Australia with the results concluding the QB Dance for Parkinson’s pilot program classes affected people living with Parkinson’s in multiple ways including valuable physical, emotional, social, and cognitive benefits.
The pilot program and research outcomes continue to inform and support the ongoing delivery of the QB Dance for Parkinson’s classes, which are delivered weekly all year round.
Anyone affected by Parkinson’s, their carers, partners and friends, are welcome to participate in these wonderfully immersive artistic experiences.
QB’s Dance for Parkinson’s classes are made available with the support of Dance for Parkinson’s Australia.