Para Dance UK Press Releases

We are taking a short break from all the online dance sessions, but not for long! We will start the week commencing 2 September with our regular online dance sessions. Please see below all the information about our courses and the IDT (online dance training), our online training…

Hopefully, the nice weather ahead of us will decide to linger a little bit longer thus offering the perfect background for going outside, enjoying the nice weather, keeping healthy and ready to start dancing again.  In this newsletter there are some updates about our classes…

In October 2023 Communities 1st welcomed Para Dance UK that brought in an inspiring element of inclusive dance, championing the values of inclusion, accessibility, and participation for all, irrespective of ability. Together we have created a series of courses suitable for a wide…

In October 2023 Communities 1st welcomed Para Dance UK that brought in an inspiring element of inclusive dance, championing the values of inclusion, accessibility, and participation for all, irrespective of ability. Together we have created a series of courses…

A huge welcome to our very first newsletter from Para Dance UK and Communities 1st  Since we announced to you all that Para Dance UK would be merging with Communities 1st we have all been busy working behind the scenes to formulate a strategy to continue to support…

Have you heard the wonderful news? We’re reaching out today to all Para Dance instructors with some important updates. Most of you should already be aware of the latest exciting news but in case you haven’t heard yet, we can now proudly announce that…

Communities 1st, a dedicated champion of community development and inclusivity, is delighted to announce a significant step in our mission to empower individuals and communities. We have undertaken the responsibility to secure and advance the vital work of Para Dance UK, merging our strengths,…

As Para Dance UK continues to grow and evolve, CEO Patrick McGeough has made the difficult decision to step down from his position. Emma Millward, Head of Dance and Lin McGeough, Operations Manager have also decided to step down. Over the last 12 years, Patrick, Emma, and Lin have transformed Para…

Para Dance UK are proud to be partnering with This Girl Can and will be launching our #ThisGirlCanDance sessions starting week commencing 17th of January 2022. This Girl Can was originally launched in 2015 and was aimed at encouraging more women to take part in physical activity. The campaign…

SEND Schools shine bright in a virtual celebration as the winners of Para Dance UK’s Youth Games Dance Competition are announced. Excitement was in the air on Thursday 16th December 2021 as over 100 children from SEND schools came together virtually for the very first time, eagerly awaiting to hear…

SEND Schools shine bright in a virtual celebration as the winners of Para Dance UK’s Youth Games Dance Competition are announced. Excitement was in the air on Thursday 16th December 2021 as over 100 children from SEND schools came together virtually for the very first time, eagerly awaiting to hear…

Disability Awareness Day (DAD) is recognised as the largest annual event of its kind in the world. Due to COVID-19, the 29th event will be held virtually online via www.dadvirtual.org.uk it is totally free, and goes live at 10am on Sunday 25th October. A week of free,…

Sport Birmingham, Tackling Inequalities Funding provides inclusive dance opportunities for over 300 disabled children & adults in Birmingham.   Over 300 disabled children and adults in Birmingham were able to reap the amazing benefits of inclusive dance between …

  Get the music ready and prepare to razzle dazzle! That’s the message being sent to children of SEND schools and Youth Disability groups in London and surrounding areas as Para Dance UK and Alexandra Palace launch their exciting Youth Games Dance competition.  Starting w/…

Across the UK there is a wide range of individuals across the Disability community support or getting involved in Sport and Physical Activity whether that be at a local class, to individual challenges through to National and international competitions. During Covid, a number of these opportunities…

We know that good communication is the key to successful inclusive dance activities and Para Dance UK is thrilled to have 3 members of the dance team who have worked hard to complete every available level of Makaton training through levels 1 to 4!   Emma Millward, Head of Dance said “Makaton…

Razzle Dazzle are a Dance Supply shop based in Hemel Hempstead, with a wide range of uniforms, tutus, shoes and accessories for Girls, Boys and Adults. This amazing locally-based organisation is working with Para Dance UK  over 2021-22 to show the community locally and nationally that no…

Para Dance UK the NGB for Para Dance Sport and Inclusive Dance and LimbPower the National Disability Sports Organisation for amputees and individuals with limb impairments have come together with Youth Sport Trust to enable more of our community to dance, using the knowledge of both organisations…

With the Paralympic Games only a few months away, a new digital, illustrated jigsaw has been released in celebration of the sports and organisations who promote the heritage of disability sport. The ‘Animal Para Games’ is a beautifully illustrated artwork created by Jessica Hartshorn, transformed…

Thanks to the government’s #CultureRecoveryFund we can continue to be #HereForCulture. Para Dance UK are thrilled to be launching a new programme, especially designed for social dancers, on getting back into inclusive dance. Tour Of The Floor will let you explore different dance genres from…