Para Dance Classes
Para Dance classes are offered for wheelchair users by Ballroom Fit.
In our classes, we teach Ballroom and Latin dances including the Cha Cha Cha, Jive, Rumba, Samba and Waltz.
Para DanceSport is an International Sport, governed by World AbilitySports. This allows Ballroom Fit to offer their students the ability to take part in local, national and international competitions.
Why not come and have a dance with us, after all, dancing is for everyone!
You may also send a request to like our private Facebook group Ballroom Fit Para Dance where further details will be posted, as well as motivational and inspiring dancing videos.
Group Classes
Where: Manning Senior Citizens Centre, 3 Downey Dr Manning
When: Saturdays 12pm to 1pm, Resuming 20 January 2023
Cost: $17 per class
Private Lessons
Where: Perth, Rockingham, Mandurah and Bunbury
When: At a time that suits you best
Cost: Starting at $55 per private lesson
Benefits of Para Dance
Physical Benefits
Maintenance of physical balance, flexibility, range of motion, coordination and improved respiratory control
Psychological Benefits
Social interaction, the development of relationships, and an opportunity to engage in a fun and friendly event
Dancing has given me freedom and positivity that I would like to continue as long as I can.
Lyn StewartDanceSport is intense. It requires focus, persistence, patience, problem solving, physical and mental endurance. I want to explore new dances and continue to ask myself, what else can this chair do?
Andrew LiddawaiPara Dance has given me new confidence.
Danielle StitfallPara Dance Student Story
Covid-19 Performance
Dance Connect Dance Mix
Waltz routine during Covid 19 restrictions
Ballroom Fit Para Dance on Channel 9
The DanceSport WA Mandurah Championship March 2020
Ballroom Fit Para Dancers at local DanceSport competitions
Useful links:
People With Disabilities WA provides legal advocacy for people with a disability.
Health and Disability Services Complaints Office provide complaints resolution services relating to health, disability and mental health services.
Community Living and Participation provide customised solutions that support people with disability to participate in community life.
Rebound WA provides support and services for wheelchair users.
DanceSport provides details on competing in Australia.
We also recommend you view Para and Ability Dance Western Australia for further details on dancing opportunities for people living with physical and intellectual disabilities.
For stories on our Para Dancers look through our Ballroom Fit blogs