Move-Assure Dance & Wellbeing

Move-Assure is the perfect combination of dance, wellbeing, and science to help you get your wellbeing back.
The Move-Assure Dance for Mental Wellbeing programme was created by Lindsey Lovatt (who is an occupational therapist and mental health specialist), Dame Darcey Bussell (who is a former principal ballerina with the Royal Ballet Company and the founder of DDMiX, a dance fitness program) and Dr Peter Lovatt (a Psychologist with a special interest in movement and dance, and the author of The Dance Cure).
The Move-Assure Dance for Mental Wellbeing programme has two main elements. It has a dance element and it has a mental wellbeing element.
The Mental Wellbeing element is grounded in practical advice and activities to help you develop resilience around your own mental wellbeing. Move-Assure does this by including a mental wellbeing quiz, so that you can keep track of changes in your mental wellbeing, by including “Did You Know?s” at the end of each of the 60 dance sessions, and by including weekly wellbeing tips that help you to develop a wellbeing toolkit.
The Dance element is made up of 60 pre-recorded online dance sessions, which can be done anywhere, at any time. The dance sessions are based on 17 different dance styles, which stimulate a range of positive feelings. All the dances are taught and demonstrated by Darcey and Peter. You don’t need to be a dancer to dance with Darcey and Peter, or to wear any special clothes. The dances are taught slowly and simply, and they build up across the sixty sessions.
The most important thing to remember about Move-Assure is that it’s not a workout, it’s wellbeing.
Lindsey, Darcey and Peter created Move-Assure for you, to help you get your wellbeing back.

Benefits
Taking time to look after your mental wellbeing is essential for overall health and quality of life. Here are 11 benefits of prioritizing your mental wellbeing with Move-Assure:


Improved Emotional Resilience
Strengthening your mental wellbeing helps you better cope with life's challenges and bounce back from setbacks.

Stress Reduction
Engaging in dance can reduce stress levels by releasing endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. The combination of movement and music can also be calming.

Better Relationships
A balanced mental state allows you to communicate more effectively, empathize with others, and maintain healthier relationships.

Increased Self-Esteem
Self-care boosts self-esteem and self-confidence, helping you feel more self-assured in various aspects of life.

Improved Mood
Dancing can elevate your mood and provide a sense of joy and happiness. It's a fun and enjoyable activity that can help combat feelings of sadness or depression.

Greater Creativity
A relaxed and well-cared-for mind is often more creative, allowing for innovative problem-solving and a deeper appreciation for art and ideas.

Self-Expression
Dancing allows you to express yourself creatively, which can be a powerful tool for emotional release and self-discovery.

Enhanced Sleep
Prioritizing mental wellbeing can lead to better sleep patterns, which in turn improves cognitive function, mood, and physical health.

Happier Life
Ultimately, taking care of your mental health leads to a happier, more fulfilling life. It allows you to savour positive experiences and find joy in everyday moments.

Emotional Release
Dancing provides a healthy outlet for pent-up emotions. It allows you to express and release feelings, which can be therapeutic.