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Movement Speaks®
Teacher Training Program

2027 DETAILS COMING SOON

Join us for a transformative 3-day training designed for dance professionals eager to bring the power of movement to older adults of all abilities. This in-person training is based on DVP’s award-winning MOVEMENT SPEAKS® model, equipping you with the skills to lead creative aging programs in your own community.

Led by Artistic Director Naomi Goldberg Haas and DVP’s expert teaching artists, this immersive training provides hands-on learning, live class observations, and guided teaching practice with older adults.

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Why Join This Training?

  • Gain a functional understanding of aging and movement

  • Learn to debunk myths about physical activity for older adults

  • Receive hands-on training in DVP’s MOVEMENT SPEAKS® model

  • Understand how dance fosters positive aging

  • Practice leading exercises & engaging older adult students

  • Get personalized feedback from DVP’s expert team

Who is the Program for?

This program is designed for dance professionals interested in leading creative aging programs. Ideal candidates will have:

  • Proficiency in a dance or movement art (ballet, jazz, hip-hop, Latin, etc.)

  • Experience with improvisation and adaptive movement

  • A passion for working with older adults

  • Bilingual dancers encouraged to apply!

  • Basic knowledge of functional anatomy (preferred)

Training Details

Dates: 2027 DETAILS COMING SOON

Location: TBA

Address: TBA

MOVEMENT SPEAKS® Teacher Training Nov 2023 at Alvin Ailey studios

Together, we can inspire older adults to move, thrive, and discover the joy of dance. Join us in making a lasting impact.