Dance Well is a nonprofit organization that provides guided movement and therapeutic dance experiences to create an inclusive space for children, teens, adults, and seniors who face emotional, physical, or economic challenges. Using movement, creativity, and connection, we aim to help people feel more confident, supported, and connected to their community.
Our vision is to create a sustainable model where youth leadership meets compassionate care, improving the quality of life from children to seniors while developing the next generation of socially conscious artists. Presently a regional nonprofit, dancewellkids.com will be expanding nationally in 2026. Join us in making a positive impact through dance and compassion.
Pediatric Care
Movement based support that builds confidence and allows for communication in children facing emotional or physical challenges/disabilities.
Senior Wellness
Gentle movement that keeps seniors active, connected, and promotes mental-wellness.
Youth and Teens
A healthy outlet for stress and self-expression through movement.
Community Partners
Partnering with other organizations to bring dance therapy where it is needed and helping communities in need.
About the Founder
- Ianna Jain -
Dance Well was founded by Ianna Jain, a student at Biotechnology High School, whose passion for movement and wellness inspired her to create a space where people of all ages could experience the mental and emotional benefits of dance. As a dancer herself, dance has brought Ianna joy, confidence, opportunities for creative expression, and she wanted to share that same impact with others - especially those facing health challenges, disabilities, or emotional struggles.
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Through working one-on-one with a child with disabilities, Ianna saw how movement was a way for people to communicate and uplift individuals in meaningful ways beyond physical activity alone. What began as an initiative focused on supporting pediatric patients and children through dance has grown into a broader mission centered around wellness, compassion, and inclusion for every generation. Through Dance Well, Ianna hopes to create programs that help people feel more confident, connected, and supported through movement and creative expression.
Our Modules:
Module 1 - Calm Movement
This module focuses on helping children relax, reset, and cool down through simple, gentle movement. The aim is to support children who may feel tired or low in energy, without making them feel different or limited. Sessions maintain a calm, fun, and welcoming atmosphere — just like a regular dance class, but at a softer pace.
Learning Objectives
Children will learn to use movement as a tool to relax and self-regulate. Volunteers will support children in moving comfortably, helping them feel safe, included, and empowered.
The experience encourages calm engagement while still preserving the joy of dance.
Why This Matters
Calm and gentle movement offers children a meaningful break from medical adversity. A slower pace creates space to breathe, relax, and reconnect with their bodies. These moments can help children feel more in control, more comfortable, and more like themselves.
It is still dance — just a gentler version.
We structure our unique dance curriculum according to our young patients’ mobility:
For those patients who are immobile, we focus on seated movements: hand dancing, facial expressions, and upper body flow, as well as storytelling through props
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For ambulatory patients in playrooms or pediatric common areas, we plan themed sessions representing animals, superheroes, and favorite media, as well as collaborative programs in which the children contribute movements
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For larger groups, typically in hospital pediatric playrooms, we present short, lively performances and lead interactive workshops where we teach the children basic routines to perform with us. We always encourage parent/caregiver participation.