Zero Project 2019
Award Winner
PLEASE Support Ongoing Programs, and the book DanceAbility: The Art of Being Together!​
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DanceAbility International
576 OIive St. Ste 208
Eugene, OR 97405
DanceAbility Free Community Classes!
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Our Signature Partners!
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Joy Lab Project Photo: Gil Grossin
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Joy Lab Project Photo: Gil Grossin
“I believe that DanceAbility® goes beyond movement exploration and is, for many people their
first opportunity to define themselves in their own terms and see that this dance form,
like their lives, has many options and possibilities.”
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- Susan Sygall,
Executive Director, Mobility International U.S.A.
August DanceAbility
Community Classes!
The 2024DanceAbility
Teacher Certification
Community Classes!
August 22, 10am - Noon and 2pm - 4pm
August 23, 10am - Noon and 2pm - 4pm
(Free Admission, Register Below!)
University of Oregon Department of Dance
Room 350, Gerlinger Annex
Located between the UO Library and Gerlinger Hall
DanceAbility has been opening doors to creative expression through dance and movement for those with and without disabilities for over 35 years!
Founder Alito Alessi and the 2024 DanceAbility Teacher Certification Course students will guide you through a free inclusive dance experience, based on Alessi's DanceAbility Method of teaching inclusive dance.
DanceAbility Community Classes are open to the public and held in a safe, inclusive space for those of all abilities. Join us for one (or more!) of these classes and level-up your self-confidence and self-esteem!
DanceAbility's Mission
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DanceAbility International’s mission is to dissolve barriers and connect people with and without disabilities through dance and movement. This mission is accomplished through classes, workshops and events for adults and children, performances, teacher trainings and educational materials for teachers of inclusive dance.
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The work of Joint Forces Dance Company creates inclusive communities through dance.
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The DanceAbility® Method
DanceAbility International's biggest contribution to shifting the culture of dance is the award-winning and world-renowned DanceAbility method and curriculum. DanceAbility method trainings happen all over the globe. DanceAbility was recently recognized as a global innovator for inclusion by the Zero Project, presenting at the United Nations building in Vienna. Click the link to read more.