Elevating Senior And Disabled Wellbeing Through Safe, Structured Dance & Movement
Ballroom Dance Therapy provides gentle, music-based movement sessions for disabled and aged care residents, supporting mobility, memory, and emotional wellbeing in a safe and inclusive environment.
Led by World Champion Choreographer Milana Deitch-Saul
We offer sessions for both individual and group classes
THE CHALLENGE
Movement Is Essential — But Risk and Engagement Remain Challenges
Across senior communities and specialist education settings, regular movement plays a critical role in supporting independence, coordination, confidence and cognitive development.
Yet many traditional exercise formats can feel repetitive, overly clinical or physically demanding — leading to low participation, disengagement or increased injury risk.
For individuals living with disability, additional considerations around accessibility, supervision and tailored instruction become essential.
Facilities and schools face a shared challenge:
How to deliver safe, inclusive and genuinely engaging movement programs that participants of all abilities can enjoy with confidence.
OUR PROGRAMS
Three Specialized Programs. One Unified Mission.
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Dancercise Australia delivers professionally structured movement programs in both water and on land — allowing facilities to choose the format best suited to their residents and students and environment.
SPECIALISED DANCE PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Delivered within school environments, this adaptive dance program supports students with diverse physical, cognitive and developmental needs through structured, inclusive movement.
Ideal for:
• Special education settings
• Students with physical disabilities
• Students with cognitive or developmental challenges
• Schools seeking inclusive physical activity programs
Benefits include:
• Improved coordination
• cognitive engagement
• Increased confidence
• Structured social interaction
• Safe, ability-adapted participation
AQUA DANCE
Conducted in waist-deep water, Aqua Dance uses buoyancy to reduce joint load while water resistance improves strength, balance and coordination.
Ideal for:
• Residents requiring low-impact support
• Fall-risk reduction focus
• Joint sensitivity or arthritis
Benefits include:
• Reduced joint strain
• Safe cardiovascular conditioning
• Improved posture and stability
• Music-driven social engagement
LAND-BASED DANCE FITNESS FOR AGED CARE RESIDENTS
Delivered in common areas, halls or studio spaces, this program focuses on structured, low-impact choreographed movement designed specifically for seniors.
Ideal for:
• Facilities without pool access
• Residents preferring dry sessions
• Broader group participation
Benefits include:
• Coordination and memory stimulation
• Strength and balance development
• Gentle cardiovascular activity
• Increased confidence through guided movement
Both programs are adaptable to group sessions and individual classes varying mobility levels and prioritize safety, dignity and enjoyment.
OUTCOMES
Designed for Measurable Wellbeing Outcomes Across All Abilities
PHYSICAL IMPACT
• Improved balance and fall prevention
• Increased muscle strength and postural support
• Enhanced flexibility, coordination and mobility
• Maintained independence in daily movement
• Development of gross and fine motor skills
COGNITIVE & EMOTIONAL IMPACT
• Memory and alertness stimulation
• Support for neuroplasticity and cognitive development
• Increased confidence through guided achievement
• Reduced depression and disengagement risk
• Strengthened social connection and participation
FACILITY BENEFITS
• Elevated participant engagement and satisfaction
• Inclusive program options for diverse ability levels
• Flexible delivery formats (pool, hall or classroom space)
• Supports preventative health and developmental initiatives
• Professionally delivered by internationally recognised authority
Working With the Best Clients and Partners
A World Champion Guiding Your Community
Led by Internationally Recognised Dance Authority
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Milana Deitch-Saul
Milana Deitch-Saul is an Australian choreographer, professional dancer, instructor and accredited adjudicator whose accomplishments span world championship titles, Olympic choreography and nationally televised productions.
A World Ballroom and Latin Champion and 14-time
Australian National Champion, Milana has represented
Australia in more than ten international championships.
Her distinguished career includes serving as Assistant
Choreographer for the Sydney Olympic Games Closing
Ceremony, Resident Choreographer for Dancing With
The Stars, and collaborator on Strictly Ballroom The
Musical.
Recognised for her exceptional technical proficiency
and deep theoretical understanding of movement,
Milana is also a highly respected mentor, coach and
adjudicator, invited to teach and judge both nationally
and internationally.
Through Dancercise Australia, she brings elite-level expertise into senior communities and disabled students — transforming professional dance principles into safe, structured and engaging movement programs designed specifically for older adults and younger students with disabilities.
Milana’s expertise ensures that every program — whether water-based or land-based — is delivered with technical precision, safety and professional structure.
Flexible Implementation. Designed Around Your Facility.
1 — Consultation
Assess residents / students, space and mobility levels.
2 — Program Selection
Choose Aqua, Land-Based, or a Combination model.
3 — Structured Weekly Delivery
40–60 minute professionally guided sessions.
4 — Ongoing Adaptation
Programs evolve with resident capability and engagement.
Let’s Design the Right Program for Your Community
Discover how our Aqua and Land-Based Dance programs can enhance resident wellbeing while supporting your facility’s preventative health objectives.
Programs commence from $120 per 45-minute session. Pricing may vary based on customisation and delivery requirements.
0429 276 461