AnyBODY Can Dance reaches National Learning Disability Awards Finals

The therapeutic dance programme made the shortlist for the Sporting Chance category at the awards, which are run by Care Talk. This category celebrates the efforts individuals and teams who have worked creatively to develop sporting activities in which people with learning disabilities and/or autism can choose to participate and enjoy.

AnyBODY Can Dance was recognised for its role in providing individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism receiving support from Look Ahead with opportunities to engage in physical activity, exercise and socialise through dance workshops and performances.

The project was represented at the ceremony at the International Conference Centre in Birmingham by Look Ahead staff and volunteers involved with the project.

Georgina Caird, Look Ahead Dance Movement Psychotherapist and founder of the project said:  “I’m really proud to see AnyBODY Can Dance be recognised in this way. Making it to the finals of a national set of awards for the second year running is a tremendous achievement and it speaks volumes about the impact we continue to have in the lives of the people Look Ahead supports.”

Michael, a Peer Support Volunteer who has been involved with AnyBODY Can Dance since its inception said: “AnyBODY Can Dance gets people to be as creative as possible and to reach their goals and empowers us to be superstars. It was a fantastic to be at the awards.”

AnyBODY Can Dance offers weekly sessions directly at customers’ homes and services, regular workshops with external dance artists, and co-produced performances that give participants opportunities to express themselves, improve their physical and mental wellbeing, and connect with others.

Although we did not win, we were proud that our service was among the top entries nationwide, congratulations to all the winners and nominees.