Rhythm Works Integrative Dance at Dance Moves 3

A hip hop dance program for kids with autism, down syndrome, sensory processing disorder and other individual learning differences.

Rhythm Works Integrative Dance is a ground-breaking rhythm and dance class that uses evidence-based therapeutic practices to achieve developmental goals. To our students, it's a fun and exciting activity that provides participation and socialization opportunities. Behind the scenes, our teachers work together with developmental teams to incorporate elements and strategies that best support your da

ncer's needs and learning style. Miss Shavaun, a long time instructor with Dance Moves 2 and 3 , became a certified instructor with the Rhythm Works Integrative Dance Program Fall 2016. She is incredibly excited to be able to offer this program in our area. Rhythm Works is a clinical hip hop based rhythm and dance program designed for those with individual learning differences and other special needs. Based on the Hip Hop Made Easy Program (currently offered in 2000+ schools & dance studios worldwide) our RWID classes use rhythm and hip hop dance to assist in achieving goals across the 5 developmental domains. The program has the flexibility to reach students in dance studios, schools and therapy clinics settings all over our community. The program is designed to accommodate the dancers physical capabilities along with their social-emotional and behavioural needs. EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO DANCE
Rhythm Works Integrative Dance is designed to meet the individual learning differences and a wide variety of diagnoses. RWID is a specialized but inclusive class that focuses on skill development, self empowerment, and celebrating our differences.The program is specifically designed to use music, purposeful movement, and defined rhythm patterns to fully integrate body, mind and spirit. Emerging research is proving what we knew all along… movement is not only good for our emotional, mental and physical health, it is also a key part in helping the brain function at it’s best! Rhythm Works Integrative Dance was created with this knowledge in mind. SETTING OUR DANCERS UP FOR SUCCESS
Our ultimate goal is to meet each student at their current mood, ability to attend and physical capabilities, among others. Dancers will attend each class with a buddy ( parent, guardian, sibling, relative, friend, etc…)

If a dancer is not ready to transition to group setting classes they can continue in a 1 on 1 setting

For more information on the program and it’s founder Tricia Gomez please visit www.rhythmworksid.com