Down syndrome

charlotte / February 6, 2018

Inspiration: Light a little spark

Some of our students with developmental disabilities need a little extra attention in order to participate fully in our summer camps and recreation classes. In …

charlotte / January 30, 2018

Say Yes in 2018!

Saying "Yes" to creating a program for students with developmental disabilities has changed my life in many ways. It has brought me joy and laughter, made me a …

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charlotte / September 26, 2017

Lab Series: Bartenieff Fundamentals with FSDC Part 1

I trained in Bartenieff Fundamentals in college and taught it to my contemporary dance classes, beginner through adult. When I decided to try it with my FSDC …

My daughter loves her dance class at Atlanta Dance Central and really looks forward to attending every week! She takes great pride in learning the dance moves and preparing for the recital. This class offers so many wonderful benefits — it enhances her ability to focus, strengthens her physical stamina and boosts her confidence and self-esteem. And she has the best time just being with her dance friends 🙂

-Betsy Glass
My daughter, Katie, has been taking classes for many years and loves it! It is one of the highlights of her week. Besides the obvious benefit, exercise, it has assisted in developing her social skills and confidence. The best part though are the friendships both she and I have formed!

-Christine Holt
My daughter is 34 with Down Syndrome, and I couldn’t be happier with her weekly physiojazz class. She looks forward to it every week and is ready to go hours before its time. I love the fact that she gets activity and fun at the same time.

-Glen Michaels
Charlotte and her team of instructors have created an incredible program for girls with Down syndrome. The dancers have grown immensely from SO many aspects of the program, including them working as a team, committing to dance practices, achieving a common goal, overcoming their individual obstacles (sometimes medical, sometimes personal) ALL while respecting their peers and instructors- and the dancers’ friendships keep growing, too! Most importantly for them- they have FUN!!

-Lou Ann Lebovitz
My daughter has been dancing at Charlotte’s studio since the beginning of her physio program, about nine years. The instructors are supportive, patient and caring and the dancers have developed special friendships. Going to class is the best part of her week.

-Patti Greig
Dance has done so much for Donna. It has improved her balance, endurance and strength. It has also created new friends and a creative outlet for her. She looks forward to every class!

-Rita Williams