Creating a Culture of Inclusion: Dance and Fitness in Schools
We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of movement, yoga and fitness regardless of their background or abilities. That’s why our dance and fitness activities are carefully designed to be inclusive and suitable for pupils with Special Needs, disabilities, long-term health conditions, or learning challenges.
Our programs are specifically tailored to cater to typically inactive groups, providing a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where everyone can feel empowered to participate and thrive.
Dance isn’t just about moving your body—it’s about self-expression, empowerment, and staying fit while having fun. Our lessons are designed to be inclusive and welcoming to children of all levels and backgrounds. Our teachers provide a supportive environment where children can thrive and grow.
A multi-award-winning charity, we are currently supporting 120 schools and were filmed by Strictly Come Dancing in November 21 for their inclusive work with children. See: bit.ly/3OSsCdOStrictly
Synergy provides:
- SEND after school clubs.
- SEND lunchtime clubs.
- SEND dance & Yoga for PE Curriculum
- Wraparound services – eg breakfast club and after school support
- Themed workshops to celebrate topics – eg International Dance Day, Mental Health awareness week, RE Dance.
- One-to-one lesson support in schools for individual children with SEND via SENCO
- SEND dance parties.
- CPD training and staff training programmes for teaching SEND dance yoga and fitness for PE leads and teachers
- Holiday camps, workshops and courses
We can deliver morning, lunchtime, afternoon or evening, weekly, fortnightly or monthly. The children and young people we work with have a variety of special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
We provide lessons, support and clubs for:
- Children and Young People with a disability and/or Long-Term Health condition
- Children and YP with Special Educational Needs who require SEN Support
- Children and YP who are Visually impaired/Blind
- Deaf community & Hard of hearing
- Mainstream children and young people
Our enrichment activities support school children with:
- ASC/ASD – Autism Spectrum condition/disorder
- Dyslexia & DCD – Dyspraxia – Developmental Co-ordination Disorder
- ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- SLCN – Speech, Language and Communication Needs
- LAC – Looked after children
- MLD – Moderate Learning difficulties
- BESD – Behaviour, emotional and social difficulties
- SLCN – Speech, Language and Communication Needs
- EHCP – Pupils with an education Health and Care plan
- Cerebral Palsy
- Downs Syndrome
- Audios and descriptive lessons for the Visually Impaired and Blind
- Seated yoga (ParaStars Yoga®)
- Seated dance (ParaStars Dance™)
- Seated Pilates (ParaStars Pilates™)
Fitness for All: Inclusive Activities for Every Student
Synergy Dance Outreach offers live and online programs tailored for primary and secondary SEND schools. Our services include a diverse range of options such as SEND Dance & Movement, Fitness, Musical Theatre, themed workshops and Yoga & Wellbeing. For pupils needing seated activities, we provide ParaStars Yoga®, ParaStars Dance™, and ParaStarsPilates™. These programs benefit motor skills, coordination, and improve fitness and overall wellbeing.
Wrap around care
We deliver a holistic approach to student well-being with our wrap-around care programs, offering a dynamic blend of dance, yoga, fitness, and exercise.
At Synergy, we understand that a comprehensive education extends beyond the classroom, nurturing the physical, mental, and emotional development of every student. Our wrap-around care services before and after school provide a supportive environment where students can thrive, offering a diverse range of activities tailored to their needs and interests.
Led by experienced instructors passionate about student well-being, our wrap-around care programs foster a sense of community and belonging. We provide a safe and supportive space for students to grow and thrive.
Our fitness and exercise programs focus on promoting overall health and wellness, instilling lifelong habits of physical activity and well-being. From energizing workouts to fun and interactive games, our activities cater to students of all ages and abilities, ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy the benefits of staying active.
CPD training/Staff training programmes
Elevate your staff’s skills with our CPD training programs, tailored for the unique needs of primary and secondary school environments. Our specialized training covers SEND Dance and Movement, and SEND Yoga, providing valuable tools for engaging children of all abilities. We also offer training in ParaStars Dance™ and ParaStars Yoga®, empowering staff to deliver seated dance and yoga programs that cater to the diverse needs of primary and secondary school children with SEND. To find out more contact or to arrange training for your school: admin@synergydance.co.uk
Through engaging dance and yoga sessions, students can express themselves creatively while improving coordination, flexibility, and self-confidence. Our yoga classes promote mindfulness and relaxation, teaching valuable techniques for stress management and emotional resilience.
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Contact us for full details of these programs for schools, and how we might tailor a special package to fit your needs.
”What a fantastic day we have had. I can only say that Katie has been marvellous. To further make this point here are some responses from our teachers:
The ARP (SEND) team have found her to be energetic, motivational and her lesson was pitched just right to allow the ARP children to think and create (for themselves) a unique dance. Thank you, Katie!
On behalf of year three - We enjoyed the dance workshop. The children were able to learn a variety of moves and it was suitable for their age group.
The session was engaging, the dance moves were pitched right for their age, the bible passage reflected our school's ethos about faith and I loved how she showed that dance can be connected to faith.
Sallyanne GrayARP Manager St Peter's Catholic Primary School - Dagenham
