Dance 4 Wellbeing

Dance 4 Wellbeing Dance4Wellbeing offers dance based movement programs for older adults + accredited training for Aged Care & Health professionals.

Dance4Wellbeing - Australia

“After many years working in the Arts and Education sectors, Dance4Wellbeing is perfectly placed to support people combat the sedentary lifestyle that many experience as they age. Our programs support recent scientific research which shows dance provides excellent results as we get older, by providing a mind and body workout in a socially stimulating and joyful way.”
Jess Conneely


Background
Beginning her dance career in Newcastle, Jessica received an international scholarship to train in France at the Centre de Danse Rosella Hightower, in Cannes, performing for a number of years in Europe while receiving ongoing coaching from many company directors and choreographers. Upon returning back to Australia Jessica continued performing professionally, while completing a Bachelor of Arts in Dance (Dist.). In recent years, Jessica has moved into the tertiary sector teaching and training Bachelor and Diploma students at the University of Newcastle, & TAFE NSW. Jess was former contemporary curriculum writer for the Australian Dance Institute & currently facilitates training workshops. Working in the Arts Health sector, her experience and knowledge spans many years of leading and facilitating individual and group session programs in the joy of dance and movement. For more Information - EMAIL: jess@dance4wellbeing.com

MOVEMENT MATTERS

07/01/2026

Long travel days can sometimes lead to stiff necks and sore backs, but a few simple stretches and movement breaks can make a huge difference.

When travelling try to:
👉 stretch your legs and go for a short walk at petrol stations or toilet stops
👉 roll your shoulders forward and back a few times to release tension
👉 gently turn your head from side to side and tilt ear to shoulder to loosen your neck
👉 check your posture and press your shoulders back for a mini stretch.

No matter if you’re travelling by car🚗, plane✈️ or train🚆, these small movements act as pit stops for your body.

For more information, see the comments below. 👇

03/01/2026
Over 55s- Looking to move into healthy habits in 2026?Join our adapted & tailored dance programs that target mobility ma...
24/12/2025

Over 55s- Looking to move into healthy habits in 2026?
Join our adapted & tailored dance programs that target mobility maintenance, health & wellbeing!
Programs in:
- Newcastle
- Young
- Cootamundra
- Yass
- online
- Aged care providers
- Health services

Join the Movement!
Contact/ More info
jess@dance4wellbieng.com
0419449578
https://www.dance4wellbeing.com.au

24/12/2025
As we wrap up 2025 and move through the festive season to 2026, Dance4wellbeing wishes all a happy and safe restful brea...
21/12/2025

As we wrap up 2025 and move through the festive season to 2026, Dance4wellbeing wishes all a happy and safe restful break. A huge thank you to the D4W Team and dancers in all programs!
Looking forward to a new beginning in 2026 of wonderful movement & music for all!
Heartfelt wishes to everyone!



20/12/2025

Lifespan Dance in W.A share their wonderful classes!
These classes are also based on the Dance for Parkinson's model of community practice that is accessible and progressive.

Fantastic Community class gathering for the Newcastle Dance4wellbeing Over 55s programs!. Also a farewell and huge thank...
18/12/2025

Fantastic Community class gathering for the Newcastle Dance4wellbeing Over 55s programs!. Also a farewell and huge thank you to Karen, our long-term volunteer in both the Dance for Parkinson's & Moving Well Mobility programs.
We were joined by the fabulous Newcastle PD Choir as well.
A huge thank you to all involved and wishing you all a cool and safe Festive season!
Bravo, come join our community in Newcastle, Young, Cootamundra & Yass or online!
Join the Movement in 2026 for your health & wellbeing!
Dance 4 Wellbeing
Dance for Parkinson's Australia
Contact Jess for info
0419449578

12/12/2025

Summer’s social season is here and there’s no better time to get moving or dancing. 💃

Dancing is one of the easiest ways to boost your heart health, improve balance and strengthen your muscles without it feeling like exercise.

No skills? No problem. No special equipment? Even better!

Whether it’s a family BBQ, weddings, music festivals, cultural celebrations, school formals, or even at home in the kitchen, music is never far away 🎶. Grab your dancing shoes (or not) and move your body in whatever way feels good to you.

You can adapt every move to your comfort level – be it a simple sidestep, a gently sway or going all in on the dance floor.

If dancing isn’t your speed, find more fun ways to stay active in the comments below. 👇

I would like to extend a HUGE thank you to the wonderful Karen Bodel who has quietly supported & contributed her time, c...
12/12/2025

I would like to extend a HUGE thank you to the wonderful Karen Bodel who has quietly supported & contributed her time, care and thoughtful voluntary efforts to our Dance4wellbeing and Dance for Parkinson's programs. Karen has been with us over many years since we established classes in Newcastle in 2016.
Karen has been an invaluable part of our team, supporting all who attend our classes, travelling and supporting participants in Sydney at Dancing Connections and generally being so supportive of myself, Stacey and all our wonderful dancers.
Thank you thank you from all of us, you have been instrumental in the programs success and ongoing legacy.
See you next week at our special gathering!!
All the best to you and your family, we will all miss you and wish you the very best!!
💐❤️💚 from us all at Dance4wellbeing & Dance for Parkinson's Australia!




Our Regional classes have concluded for 2025 returning in 2026 1st week of February!Thank you to our Yass ,Young & Coota...
04/12/2025

Our Regional classes have concluded for 2025 returning in 2026 1st week of February!
Thank you to our Yass ,Young & Cootamundra community dance groups!
Newcastle groups have 2 more classes concluding 16th Dec resuming last week of Jan 2026!

Our Online class concludes 15th Dec & resumes 1stweekbof Feb 2026

We welcome New participants in 2026!

Call or email Jess
jess@dance4wellbeing.com
0419449578

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Over 55s! Lake Macquarie & NewcastleCome try our dance4health programs before the end of the 2025!Register for 2026 and ...
20/11/2025

Over 55s! Lake Macquarie & Newcastle
Come try our dance4health programs before the end of the 2025!
Register for 2026 and make a move for your health & wellbeing.
✅Award Winner 2025 Murrumbidgee Primary Health Awards!
Join the Movement!

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Eleebana, NSW

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61419449578

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