About US
We just celebrated 20 years!
Learn moreDance for PD® started as an idea, was born as an experiment, and has emerged as an innovative global program.
History and MissionYou Belong Here
Dance for PD invites anyone to explore the joys and benefits of dance, music and the creative spirit.
Core Program Initiatives
Create & Distribute
Innovative, user-friendly instructional media products including an At Home instructional video series, Google Glass prototype, and other digital media.
Foster
Collaborative partnerships among Parkinson’s, arts, and medical organizations in cities around the world to create robust opportunities for the Parkinson's community.
Offer
Engaging community classes, demo sessions and informative conference demonstrations, taught by founding teachers and Mark Morris Dance Group members.
Train, Support, & Certify
Qualified teachers in the Dance for PD approach while sharing information with administrators and Parkinson's support groups to ensure safe and enjoyable participation worldwide.
Expand
Our knowledge base by collaborating with scientific researchers and academic institutions to add to an existing literature of more than 45 studies underpinning our approach.
Develop & Maintain
Online resources that serve to support, enhance, and expand the program’s mission as well connect with new audiences in under-engaged communities.
Impact
10,000+
Participants
300+
Communities
8
NYC Locations
28
Country Locations
