Learning and Participation
South Asian dance inspires and enriches lives. We create high impact arts programmes that promote physical and mental wellbeing for older adults, as well as creative learning and skills development for young people.
If you’re interested in partnering with Akademi, or would like to book a workshop or residency, contact learning@akademi.co.uk.
Recent News
Akademi produces new Dance Well education videos
Akademi releases twenty-five free educational videos to aid dance practitioners planning South Asian inspired dance workshops for older adults.
Reach Out and Reveal | May Update
Akademi’s Reach Out and Reveal project continues to generate a huge amount of excitement and interest for all involved.
Projects
Dance Well
Akademi’s 3-year community participation project with older adults, funded by the National Lottery through the Big Lottery Fund.
Reach Out and Reveal
This project places South Asian dancers ‘in residence’ at schools for young people with Special Educational Needs – supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation.
Tea Dances
Supported by Waltham Forest Culture, these popular monthly dances take place in Chingford.