This summer, Synergy Dance was once again invited to deliver a sensory dance and movement class for the KEF Kids annual residential camp at Treloars in Alton, Hampshire – a tradition now in its third year.
Our instructor, Abigail, shared how special it was to reconnect with some of the same children she had taught in previous years and to be warmly remembered by staff. The class combined music with sensory props such as scarves, ribbons, maracas and the ever-popular parachute, which brought huge smiles as coloured balls rolled across its surface. Bubbles filled the room with joy, while soothing music at the end encouraged calm and relaxation.
Abigail described how working in a circle ensured that every child was equally included, with opportunities for one-to-one engagement: “Seeing the children’s facial expressions and their eyes lighting up was so rewarding – it really showed how much they were enjoying it and how important classes like these are.”
The impact was also deeply felt by the KEF team. Rivka, from KEF, wrote: “It was such an enjoyable experience; the children were so involved and had the best time, and your warmth and professionalism made everything run so smoothly. Sessions like yours are such an important part of the summer, and the Synergy Dance workshop was truly a highlight – thank you once again.”
Together, these reflections capture the joy, inclusion and sense of community that lie at the heart of our SEND programmes – ensuring that every child has the chance to participate, express themselves and shine.