Dance for Wellbeing for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
During this pre-qualification Dance course, you will develop the skills and confidence needed to progress to your next steps in education or training. Through dance, music and movement, you will improve your fitness while building personal skills such as communication, teamwork and self-confidence.
If your earnings are under £26,800 you may be able to claim support with paying the fees, please visit your local ACL Centre, or call 03456037635. You will be asked to complete an application via this link once enrolled
https://essex-self.achieveservice.com/service/ACL___DLSF_application
Course Summary
Starting:
Tuesday 08 September 2026
Duration:
18 sessions over 18 week(s)
Time:
10:00 for 02:30 hours
Cost:
£352.96
Find us here
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
This course is for young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will engage in a variety of dance styles, rhythmic exercises, and expressive movements to promote cardiovascular health, boost self-esteem, and cultivate a sense of joy through dance.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow your own individual learning plan with progress recorded by tutors and yourself. Feedback will aslo be given to you during the lesson..
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You will be encouraged to use the skills you have learnt in the class at home.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a file, paper, pen and plastic wallets to the session
Are there any other costs?
Guidance and advice will be given on an individual basis throughout the course. We can also provide information about suitable progression routes.
What can I do next?
You can progress on to other courses. Your tutor will advise as to which is the most suitable.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers.
To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.
For details on how to enrol please click here 
During this pre-qualification Dance course, you will develop the skills and confidence needed to progress to your next steps in education or training. Through dance, music and movement, you will improve your fitness while building personal skills such as communication, teamwork and self-confidence.
If your earnings are under £26,800 you may be able to claim support with paying the fees, please visit your local ACL Centre, or call 03456037635. You will be asked to complete an application via this link once enrolled
https://essex-self.achieveservice.com/service/ACL___DLSF_application
Course Summary
Starting: |
Tuesday 08 September 2026 |
Duration: |
18 sessions over 18 week(s) |
Time: |
10:00 for 02:30 hours |
Cost: |
£352.96 |
Find us here
ACL Colchester
Barrack Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 2LR
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
This course is for young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will engage in a variety of dance styles, rhythmic exercises, and expressive movements to promote cardiovascular health, boost self-esteem, and cultivate a sense of joy through dance.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow your own individual learning plan with progress recorded by tutors and yourself. Feedback will aslo be given to you during the lesson..
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You will be encouraged to use the skills you have learnt in the class at home.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a file, paper, pen and plastic wallets to the session
Are there any other costs?
Guidance and advice will be given on an individual basis throughout the course. We can also provide information about suitable progression routes.
What can I do next?
You can progress on to other courses. Your tutor will advise as to which is the most suitable.
The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers.
To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.