The Arts and Older Adults

Anna Protsiou

Dance

With years of experience in dance and contortion/flexibility instruction, I have had the privilege of working with adults from various backgrounds and levels of proficiency both on a one-on-one and group setting. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of their unique needs and abilities. I prioritize creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every participant feels comfortable expressing themselves through dance. I recognize the diversity within the group and tailor my teaching style to accommodate various mobility levels, ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy the experience. I have witnessed the transformative power of dance in enhancing not only physical fitness but also mental well-being.

Sample workshop:

Embrace the rhythm of life with “Creative Moves,” a dance class specially crafted for older adults seeking a harmonious blend of movement, social interaction, and creativity. This class is designed to celebrate the joy of movement and tap into your creativity through a contemporary dance approach. The session begins with a warm-up geared towards awakening the body gently and continues into engaging in choreographic exercises that not only stimulates the body but also nurture the mind. This class is not just about physical fitness but also about expanding the mind-body connection and abilities; and creating meaningful connections with fellow participants as you share the joy of movement. This class provides a supportive and friendly environment inclusive to all.

Materials:

Open clean floor required for dancing, yoga mats if available

Listed with:

ArtistsInspire, Culture in Schools

Available for:

In-person workshops, On-line workshops

Language(s) of facilitation:

English, French, Greek

Contact:

annaprotsiou@gmail.com

204-881-6184

https://annaprotsiou.com/

Montreal

Land Acknowledgement

ELAN is an official minority language organization within a country that recognizes two languages as official. ELAN is located in Tiohtià:ke, the original name for Montreal in Kanien’kéha, the language of the Mohawk—also known as Mooniyang, which is the Anishinaabeg name given to the city by the Algonquin. While we are based in this city, our projects have also taken place in many regions across Quebec.

We acknowledge the colonial origin of English and French in Canada, and recognize that both languages benefit from official status throughout the land. The province that we know as Quebec is an amalgamation of the traditional territories of the Innu and Inuit nations, Algonquian nations, as well as the Mohawk nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Kanien’kéha and Anishinaabemowin are but two of the original languages of this province; Atikamekw, Cree, Inuktitut, and Innu-aimun are also among the many Indigenous languages spoken across Quebec as majority languages, all well before French and English.

ELAN acknowledges the important work being done by First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples to revive the traditional languages of these territories, and their advocacy for the official status of Indigenous languages.

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