Leading the way in Dance Health and Well-being
Benefits
Strength
Building and maintaining strength through our programs supports better mobility, balance, and posture, reducing the risk of falls and injuries.
Stay Fit
Staying fit through dance benefits both you and your loved ones by enhancing physical health, increasing energy, and improving balance and flexibility, which help prevent injuries.
Mind
Our programmes engage the body and stimulate the mind, enhancing memory, focus, and cognitive flexibility. Coordinating movements, following rhythms, and interacting socially help sharpen mental skills and promote neuroplasticity.
Community
Participating in Dance Health Alliance programs fosters a strong sense of belonging and connection. Shared movement experiences build social bonds, reduce loneliness, and create a supportive environment where everyone feels valued.
What our Dancers say
I have attended the Mona Vale dance class for the past several years.
I have had both hips and both knees replaced during the last five years and have found support in balance, rhythm, fitness and socialisation through this activity.– Joy
The important thing to me is the friendship formed. I love the music played and feeling more fit and agile afterwards
– Margaret B
I recently visited my physiotherapist with my X-rays showing the damage to my leg. He was amazed at the progress I have made and encouraged me to continue attending the dance classes run by Dance Health Alliance through dedicated teachers, administrators and my friends in the group to whom I shall always be grateful. From my point of view I have really enjoyed the classes.
– Rosemary
It is very well run, with caring and encouraging teachers. It was a very pleasant experience and much needed for my mental health.
– Judy
I loved the DanceMoves class and seeing the other participants as well! Amazing what we can all do now.
– Veronica
Our Story
Empowering Well-being Through Dance
Dance Health Alliance (DHA) was founded on the belief that dance and movement can enrich lives—bringing together physical activity, music, enjoyment, and social connection in a way that is inclusive, engaging, and meaningful.
Over the past decade, DHA has grown from this vision into an organisation working across health, aged care and community settings. Our evidence-informed dance and movement programmes are designed to support physical, cognitive and social wellbeing, while making movement accessible to people of diverse ages and abilities.
Today, DHA does more than deliver programmes. We partner with health services, aged care providers and communities to build skills from within — training and supporting staff with the knowledge, practical tools and confidence to make meaningful movement part of everyday care and wellbeing.
At the heart of DHA remains a simple purpose: to change the way people move, connect and thrive through the joy and shared experience of dance.
Gwen – Founder & CEO
Our Programmes
DanceMoves
DanceMoves is a community-based program designed to bring the benefits of movement to people of all ages and abilities. These classes offer gentle, guided movements that enhance balance, flexibility, and coordination while promoting relaxation and mental clarity. DanceMoves also fosters social connection, creating a supportive environment where participants can enjoy dance’s physical and emotional benefits. Whether you want to stay active, improve well-being, or connect with others, DanceMoves provides an inclusive space where everyone is welcome. Join us and experience the power of movement.
DanceWise
DanceWise is a therapeutic movement programme designed specifically for aged care settings. Each class offers gentle, seated movements tailored to improve mobility, balance, and cognitive function. Led by trained movement practitioners, DanceWise promotes physical well-being while fostering social interaction and emotional connection, creating a joyful and supportive experience for all participants.
DanceWell
DanceWell is a specialised dance therapy program designed for individuals with advanced neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke Recovery, and early-stage dementia. It provides gentle, supportive movement to enhance flexibility, posture, and emotional connection, either through one-on-one or small group sessions. Led by trained facilitators, DanceWell is primarily offered in aged care and rehabilitation settings to support quality of life and well-being.
