Transforming perceptions and lives through inclusive dance

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Our work

We deliver transformative inclusive dance classes in the South East and expert training, mentoring, and consultancy worldwide, leading the way in inclusive practice. To learn more about our story watch our founder video.

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Who it’s for

We believe everyone should have access to dance. Movement brings people together, builds confidence, and supports mental and physical wellbeing. Parable leads with dance, but our impact goes further, creating spaces where disabled people are valued, capable, and inspired.

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Community

Our community projects offer high-quality dance opportunities for people of all ages with special educational needs and disabilities, helping participants to be creative, stay physically active, and build meaningful social connections.

We run weekly classes across Sussex, holiday clubs, and alternative (school) provision in Brighton. We also deliver workshops and bespoke dance projects in schools and adult services across the South East, ensuring dance is accessible, engaging, and tailored to each community we work with.

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Professional development

Our UK wide professional development programmes empower individuals and organisations to strengthen their inclusive dance practice, develop new skills, and build lasting professional networks.

We partner with universities, dance companies, schools, and organisations to embed inclusive practice across their work. Our support is tailored to your needs, delivered through CPD workshops, mentoring, and consultancy that equips your team to lead confidently in inclusive dance.

Individuals can also join our mentoring programmes and professional networks, connecting with peers and experienced practitioners to grow their skills and confidence in inclusive dance practice.

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Clients

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AED logo with the words "All England Dance" underneath.
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Whether you’re looking for classes or professional support, our services offer clear pathways to get involved.

Services

Participants & Families

Weekly Classes

For participants & families in Sussex

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Holiday Clubs

For participants & families in Brighton

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Education & Training

Workshop Bookings

For schools & organisations in the SE of England

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Training & Consultancy

For schools, universities & organisations

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Mentoring Programme

For early career inclusive dance teachers

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Alternative Provision

For families & schools in Brighton

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Inclusive Dance Community

Inclusive Dance Directory

A Resource for everyone

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Conferences & Networks

For anyone working in dance

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Our impact

Our work transforms lives and practice: creating meaningful dance opportunities for disabled people and developing practitioners and organisations to embed inclusion across their work.

Download our impact report 2024/25

Testimonials

“Incredibly trustworthy, professional, and caring. They value high quality, honest engagement no matter the scale or scope of the project”

Elaine Foley, Projects Manager, Learning & Engagement, Sadler’s Wells

“I have seen too many young dance artists fall out of inclusive dance practice work due to lack of infrastructure and networks… I can attest that Parable are indeed plugging a huge gap in this part of the industry. And it’s timely.”

Louise Katerega, Head of Professional Development, People Dancing

“She has come home every day looking taller and more grown up. Excited to get up in the morning and come. I have been blown away by seeing the performance. I'm just so proud seeing all the dancers and to see my daughter lead and dance a long routine so well. Just amazing.”

Parent of a participant

Our Values

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Accessibility

We actively remove barriers to ensure disabled people can access dance, particularly where arts and community opportunities are limited or unavailable.

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Inclusivity

Our classes and programmes focus on individual ability. Every participant’s ideas are valued, and differences are celebrated.

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Progression

We provide opportunities to learn new skills and pathways for long term growth.

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Development

Through training, mentoring, and consultancy, we raise the standard of inclusive practice across the dance sector.

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Fun, engaging social experiences are at the heart of everything we do.

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Email: info@parabledance.co.uk

Tel: 07957460177