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MS Self-Management Programme

For Tayside Residents

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Dance is a fun way to help with balance, co-ordination and mobility for people living with MS.

Scottish Ballet’s Self-Management Packages have been specially created to develop balance, mobility and freedom of movement as well as the mental and social wellbeing of people living with the condition.

Led by our experienced Dance Health artists, these interactive classes will be delivered in person and online, feature gentle movements inspired by Scottish Ballet’s repertoire, and uplifting live music.

No dance experience is required, and the movement is fully adaptable to meet your needs. These sessions are seated with the option to stand if desired and you are welcome to bring along a companion. You can join the programme at any point – you do not need to attend from the beginning.

What’s Included?

Running from Friday 17 April, our FREE programme includes:

– Weekly online dance classes on Fridays at 10am that you join from the comfort of your home

– In-person visits from the Scottish Ballet team for a live class (see below for dates and times)

– Access to Scottish Ballet on demand resources

– Watch parties and online events though the year

Following each in-person class there will be a half-hour social cafe to connect with others with lived experience of MS, and to build friendships and a community of support.

 

a hybrid dance class is taking place where participants are seated and have their arms raised, facing a screen where participants take part at home

Angus

  • Weekly online dance classes on Fridays at 10 – 11.30am that you join from the comfort of your home
  • In-person visits from the Scottish Ballet team for a live class at 11am – 12.30pm on the following dates: Tuesday 19 May 2026, Tuesday 11 August 2026, Tuesday 27 October 2026, Tuesday 1 December 2026, Tuesday 16 March 2027

All the above sessions are at Webster Memorial Theatre, 64 High St, Arbroath DD11 1AW.

These sessions are delivered with support from Angus Alive.

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Dundee

  • Weekly online dance classes on Fridays at 10 – 11.30am that you join from the comfort of your home
  • In-person visits from the Scottish Ballet team for a live class at 11am – 12.30pm on the following dates: Friday 29 May 2026, Friday 28 August 2026, Friday 30 October 2026, Friday 4 December 2026, Friday 26 February 2027

The in-person sessions will be at Menzieshill Community Hub, 260 Dickson Ave, Dundee DD2 4TQ.

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The classes are great and have helped me mentally as much as physically. ’

– Class participant