Dance Therapy

Six-year-old Claire Bennett loves to dance.

“When I do ballet it is really really beautiful and it helps me be graceful and point my toes.“

Claire isn’t your typical young ballerina.  She suffers from Asperger’s Syndrome, a high-functioning form of autism, as well as a sensory disorder.  Along with a half-dozen other girls with disabilities, Claire is learning how to strengthen her body through dance moves. 

“They enjoy practicing jumping, and standing on one leg and working on coordination - tapping their feet without really knowing that they are doing that.“

The girls are getting more than just a workout.  Claire’s mother has noticed a big difference since her daughter started taking dance a year ago.

“That confidence in their bodies gives them confidence in their social interactions.“

Conficence that goes a long way, even if Claire doesn’t know all the steps.

“My friends and my teachers help me do the steps of the dance.“

Dancing for therapy, dancing for fun.