Program details

Mindful Dance & Movement for Wellbeing

Movement & Wellbeing Program facilitated by Claudio Thavares.

Wellbeing Facilitator & Creative Director CT Dance - Australia

Movement sessions designed to reduce stress, improve mobility and support emotional wellbeing

About the Program

Mindful Dance & Movement for Wellbeing is a guided movement experience designed to support relaxation, mobility and emotional balance. Through gentle movement, breathing awareness and simple coordination exercises, participants reconnect with their body, release tension and cultivate lasting wellbeing.

Who This Program Is For

• Communities seeking gentle, accessible movement programmes.
• Organisations investing in staff health and resilience.
• Studios looking to expand their mindful movement offerings.
• Groups seeking relaxation, connection and mindful movement.

Program Objectives

• Reduce stress and emotional tension through guided, intentional movement.
• Improve physical mobility, body awareness and natural posture.
• Support relaxation and restore nervous system balance.
• Encourage confidence, presence and emotional resilience.
• Foster genuine connection through shared movement experiences.

Benefits for Participants

• Measurable relief from mental fatigue and emotional tension.
• Gentle physical activation that enhances range of movement.
• Greater proprioception, posture and physical confidence.
• Elevated mood, calm and a stronger sense of self.
• Meaningful connection through shared, supportive movement.
• We offer specialised chair-based movement sessions, perfectly tailored for older adults. These fun, music-led routines are crafted to help participants stay strong, steady, and independent.
• Our safe and structured classes are ideal for care homes and community settings, fostering physical wellbeing and joyful social connection for everyone involved.

Session Structure

Each session is thoughtfully structured to guide participants through a complete wellbeing journey from arriving and settling, through energising and connecting, to rest and reflection.

Sessions are adaptable to suit different group needs, abilities and settings across Sydney and beyond.

Why This Program Works

• Suitable for all ages and abilities no dance experience required.
• A welcoming, non-judgmental environment that invites everyone in.
• Addresses both physical and emotional wellbeing in every session.

Claudio Thavares

Claudio Thavares is a Sydney-based movement facilitator, performer, and creative director with over 25 years of international experience in dance, movement (performance), and community engagement. Known for his dynamic and engaging approach, he specialises in delivering interactive movement and wellbeing sessions designed to support connection, confidence, and personal wellbeing for individuals and groups.

With a strong ability to lead and engage large audiences, Claudio creates safe, inclusive, and energising environments where participants feel comfortable to explore movement and reconnect with their bodies. His work combines artistic experience with structured facilitation to deliver meaningful and accessible movement experiences.

For more than 8 years, Claudio has collaborated with the Sydney community through CT Dance Australia, creating transformative movement programs that foster wellbeing, connection, and positive social interaction.

Opening hours:

• One-hour sessions, timing is flexible.
• Private sessions also are available.
• Contact me 0416 331 877 or ctdance.au@gmail.com to arrange the right time for your community group.

Cost:

$150 - 220 per hour.

Target age:

50 Plus

Languages spoken other than English:

Portuguese

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Post-surgery

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Dance Instructor

Fitness Leader - Accredited