Movement Speaks®
In-Person Classes
Join Us in the Joy of Movement
Step into a Movement Speaks® class and connect through dance. Designed for older adults of all abilities, these FREE classes inspire creativity, promote wellness, and build community. With sessions held all across NYC, find your perfect fit and move with us today!
Fall 2025
In-Person Movement Speaks Schedule
Classes start Sep 2nd**
Sunday
Monday
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10:00 AM - 2:45 PM
1301 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10027w/ Myna
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Tuesday
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
25 Carmine St.
New York, NY 10014
(Entrance on Bleeker St.)w/ Casie & Elena
**Class starts Nov 4th**
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
20 Washington Square N
New York, NY 10011
Garibaldi Plaza (East of the fountain)w/ Casie & Elena
**Class moves to Lady of Pompeii Nov 4th**
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Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
518 W 125th St,
New York, NY 10027** Starting December
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What is
Movement Speaks®
Movement Speaks® is DVP’s signature dance program for adults 55+, blending structured movement, creative expression, and community connection. Led by skilled teaching artists, it offers a welcoming space for older adults of all abilities to explore mobility, artistry, and joy through dance.
Features:
Movement & Strength: Gentle, accessible sequences that build mobility and balance
Creative Expression: Exploration of space, dynamics, and individual voice
Connection: Dance in community, fostering social bonds and shared energy
Mind + Body: Movement that supports well-being, resilience, and creative thinking
Movement. Community. Joy.
Founded by Artistic Director Naomi Goldberg Haas, Movement Speaks® has grown from her early classes to reach hundreds of older adults across NYC. Naomi’s vision ensures that every body is honored, every dancer seen, and every movement celebrated.
Movement Speaks®
The Heart of
Our Teaching Artists
Movement Speaks® is powered by a team of professional teaching artists who bring creativity, compassion, and years of dance experience to every class. Each artist is trained in DVP’s inclusive methodology, ensuring participants of all abilities feel supported and inspired to move with confidence and joy.
Together, they make every class a celebration of movement, community, and creativite artistry.
See Movement Speaks® in motion — a joyful, inclusive celebration of movement, community, and self-expression.
Video Credit: Tisch Illuminations
“Before Movement Speaks I was sort of unsure about everything, now I feel my world is my oyster.”
Movement Has No Age Limit.
“I love that we are all in this together; it’s a shared experience of dancing amongst all of us.”
Dance Builds Community.
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Movement Speaks® Online Classes
Join our expert teachers for interactive online classes that bring movement, creativity, and connection to you—wherever you are.
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Guest Artist Masterclass Series
Learn from world-class guest artists in exclusive workshops designed to inspire and elevate your dance experience.
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Additional Classes
Looking for more ways to move? Join our additional classes, from lively cardio to modern dance, available online, in-person, and even over the phone!