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I'm joining my wonderful peers at Pavilion Dance, donning my running shoes to raise funds for their programme that brings me such joy : dance for wellbeing. At their beautiful dance house by the sea, I have the privilege of working with some truly inspiring communities. Through the power of movement, music, and connection, we help people living with chronic conditions find fun, strength, and support. Every single penny raised will go directly to support our Parkinson’s Dance and Groove to Improve classes – specially designed dance sessions for: 🕺 People living with Parkinson’s 💃 Older adults living with chronic lower back pain These programmes aren’t just classes – they’re lifelines that PDSW work so hard to provide. They offer physical and emotional wellbeing, a deep sense of belonging, and a joyful space to move freely and feel supported. “The best Friday afternoons ever – always different, always fun and a feeling of relaxation as well as hard work of course. Laughter and happy times.” – Parky Dancer. Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition affecting over 145,000 people in the UK – and that number is growing. Our Parkinson’s Dance classes blend movement, creativity, and community in a way that lifts the spirit while easing symptoms. They are fun, empowering, and full of life. “Initially I was concerned that working on the back in a focussed way could lead to injuries... but the teachers guided us gently, and there was no pressure. I’ve left keen to dance some free-form routines at home between classes!” – Groove to Improve Dancer Back pain is the leading cause of disability in the UK. Our Groove to Improve sessions help people manage pain, move more mindfully, and reconnect with their bodies through guided, accessible dance. This is still a growing programme – and your support will help us reach more people, develop the classes further, and make dance accessible to even more communities who need it. To find out more about Pavilion Dance and these programmes, visit: www.pdsw.org.uk 💛 Thank you so much for supporting me - it's an honour that I get to co-lead these classes as a dance artist, and dance with such incredible people.