Inclusive and Accessibility Information
“If dance is an expression of the human spirit, then it is best expressed by people of all abilities”
The Dancing Wheels, US
DanceXchange is committed to delivering inclusive and accessible dance. We value diversity in our community and welcome people of all abilities, ages and backgrounds. We are continually working towards removing barriers to teaching and learning dance.
Disability Awareness Training
There is no ‘perfect’ way to provide access for all and although most of our staff members have attended a Disability Awareness training, we always have more to learn, so please talk to us about your individual requirements and we will work towards accommodating them.
Wheelchair Accessibility
We recognise that people may have different needs in order to participate in dance, therefore in addition to wheelchair accessibility in our studios, we are happy to make some other equitable adjustments to our class programme and dance projects to allow you to take part in dance.
Buddy Scheme
Class Participants with additional requirements may be accompanied by a “buddy”. This is a person who supports them throughout the class offering reassurance and light support to ensure they are safe and have a positive experience. This is suitable for participants with learning disabilities, mental health struggles and/or some minor behaviour disorders. The buddy can take the class for free in this circumstance.
As a class participant, you may bring your own buddy or DanceXchange can arrange one for you. We usually ask a long-standing class participant member to do this.
Please let us know how we can help you by emailing info@dx.dance
Dance classes
People with disabilities can get a concession price ticket for our dance classes.
Website
Our website is rated 96% on the Web Accessibility Check. It includes accessibility functions such as adjusting the text size and colour contrast.
Promotional material
All videos created by DX for social media, our website and events include captions. We also ensure all our promotional materials (flyers, posters etc.) have accessible font types.
Jobs & Opportunities
Easy read versions of all information documents, job call-outs and the option to submit via multiple ways (written, video, voice note)
We welcome your feedback and views about the services provided and how they can be improved to suit your needs. Please share your positive experiences, queries, complaints or concerns with us at info@dx.dance
