DanceSyndrome

DanceSyndrome DanceSyndrome is an inclusive dance charity based in Lancashire with a focus on including everybody.

DanceSyndrome is an innovative North West based inclusive dance charity, led by people with learning disabilities. Established in 2009, DanceSyndrome is the inspiration of founder and Director, Jen Blackwell, an aspiring community dance leader, who happens to have Down’s syndrome. DanceSyndrome believes that everyone has the right to follow their own interests and passions – regardless of whether they have a disability or not; and exists to support Jen, and other dancers like her, who are learning disabled and want to lead and inspire others to share their love of dance through inclusive community workshops, dance leader training and performances.

19/11/2025

We are proud to announce that iCreate 3.0 will be performed at The Lowry exactly one year from today. Save the date and watch this space for more information!

19/11/2025

A year ago today we begin delivery on our national partnership with Foundation of Nursing Studies. Since then over 180 in-patient ward managers have completed our Inclusion in Action workshops to learn about how small changes can make a big difference in creating truly inclusive spaces.

We're really proud of this project and continue to deliver Inclusion in Action with other organisations who are passionate about creating a more inclusive society.

If you would like to learn more about Inclusion in Action, visit our website: https://dancesyndrome.co.uk/inclusion-workshops/

DanceSyndrome is currently working with an agency to think about what our brand means to our supporters. This is a reall...
18/11/2025

DanceSyndrome is currently working with an agency to think about what our brand means to our supporters. This is a really exciting time for our charity to discover what people feel about our organisation & our work!

We want to give all our supporters the opportunity to have a voice in this process, so we have created a brief survey with 5 questions for those who would like to share their thoughts.

You can access the survey until 5pm on Wednesday 26th November.

We really appreciate your support.

Please click here to complete the survey: https://app.sli.do/event/ky9ZjEdTLfwWjm7qk8BAP2

13/11/2025

Today is World Kindness Day so we're sharing a clip from Preston Disability Pride πŸ’œ

At DanceSyndrome, kindness is shown through the ways we move, create, & connect. Every shared smile, every supportive word, every movement makes us stronger.

Let’s keep showing that begins with

DanceSyndrome is currently working with an agency to think about what our brand means to our supporters. This is a reall...
12/11/2025

DanceSyndrome is currently working with an agency to think about what our brand means to our supporters. This is a really exciting time for our charity to discover what people feel about our organisation & our work!

We want to give all our supporters the opportunity to have a voice in this process, so we have created a brief survey with 5 questions for those who would like to share their thoughts.

You can access the survey here until 5pm on Wednesday 26th November.

We really appreciate your support.

Please click here to complete the survey: https://app.sli.do/event/ky9ZjEdTLfwWjm7qk8BAP2

David, Ellie and Kate had a great day at Rheged on Saturday, taking part in My Community- Penrith Arts Festival. They lo...
10/11/2025

David, Ellie and Kate had a great day at Rheged on Saturday, taking part in My Community- Penrith Arts Festival. They loved performing at the festival and chatting to members of the community about our work! It was a great event with a range of inclusive activities for everyone to join in with πŸ’œπŸ’™

Our DanceSyndrome 2026 calendars & Christmas cards are available to buy online or in person πŸŽ„ ❄️ πŸŽ… Our calendar is a gre...
07/11/2025

Our DanceSyndrome 2026 calendars & Christmas cards are available to buy online or in person πŸŽ„ ❄️ πŸŽ…

Our calendar is a great gift idea that also supports an incredible cause. It's the gift that keeps on giving, month after month πŸ’œ

To order please visit: https://dancesyndrome.co.uk/2026-calendar-and-christmas-cards/

Peter Pamphlett & Eve Emsley co-deliver Breaking Down Barriers, a practical workshop that shares lived experience & incl...
06/11/2025

Peter Pamphlett & Eve Emsley co-deliver Breaking Down Barriers, a practical workshop that shares lived experience & inclusive practice for creative professionals.

In this blog, they talk about the course and what they hope people will take away from the day:

Peter Pamphlett & Eve Emsley co-deliver Breaking Down Barriers, a practical workshop that shares lived experience & inclusive practice for creative professionals.

Our Ambassador & Spokesperson Becky Rich loved meeting Lancashire Police PCSOs at Plungington Community Centre in Presto...
06/11/2025

Our Ambassador & Spokesperson Becky Rich loved meeting Lancashire Police PCSOs at Plungington Community Centre in Preston yesterday! πŸ’œπŸ’™

Becky is passionate about connecting with people & spreading the word about how dance empowers people of all abilities. Thank you to the local PCSOs for taking the time to chat and learn more about our work in the community!

π™Žπ™–π™«π™š π™©π™π™š π™™π™–π™©π™š!❄️ DanceSyndrome Winter Showcase β„οΈπŸ“… Friday 19th DecemberπŸ•– 7pm - 8pmπŸ“ On ZoomπŸ•ΊπŸ‘©β€πŸ¦ΌπŸ’ƒ Live performances from ...
02/11/2025

π™Žπ™–π™«π™š π™©π™π™š π™™π™–π™©π™š!

❄️ DanceSyndrome Winter Showcase ❄️
πŸ“… Friday 19th December
πŸ•– 7pm - 8pm
πŸ“ On Zoom
πŸ•ΊπŸ‘©β€πŸ¦ΌπŸ’ƒ Live performances from our Zoom workshop groups and a big Christmas dance along!

Sign up to watch the show: https://dancesyndrome.co.uk/winter-showcase/

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Join the DanceSyndrome team for our online Winter Showcase, demonstrating the hard work of the participants in our online dance sessions

πŸ•Ί πŸ‘©β€πŸ¦Ό πŸ’ƒ Just a reminder that you are welcome to join us for our weekly community dance sessions, in person or online. Fi...
26/10/2025

πŸ•Ί πŸ‘©β€πŸ¦Ό πŸ’ƒ Just a reminder that you are welcome to join us for our weekly community dance sessions, in person or online.

Find out more about the different sessions at www.dancesyndrome.co.uk/book-a-session

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The Globe Centre, St James Square
Accrington
BB50RE

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