Stronger Together has a significant and lasting positive impact on the quality of life of women in our communities by improving their physical and mental wellbeing and reducing social isolation. Through regular, accessible dance sessions and becoming part of Movema’s supportive and welcoming community, women will have opportunities to connect with others, build confidence, improve their wellbeing and experience the joy and benefits of dancing together.
Weekly Sessions:
Day: Thursdays
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm (GMT)
Venue: 24 Hope St Studios, 24 Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BX
Come and be part of something special. Movema’s Stronger Together project is a warm, safe and creative space where women from all backgrounds and walks of life come together to move, laugh, connect and grow – no matter your experience, ability, or background. Facilitated by experienced dance artists and co – produced by the community, every session is designed to help you feel supported, included, and free to be yourself.
Stronger Together is a chance to:
- Be part of a friendly community and make new connections
- Get active, boost your mood, and feel amazing
- Discover the joy of world dance and music from around the globe
- Take part in exciting performance opportunities (completely optional!)
- NEW: Drop in to our Nutritional Health & Personal Trainer Support sessions – free, friendly, guidance to help you feel your best, inside and out
No dance experience necessary. No judgement. Just come as you are – everyone is welcome.
Who is this project for?
This project is for women, especially to improve the health & wellbeing and reduce isolation of women seeking asylum and refugees, women with mental health illness, low-income/ single-parent/ carer families.
*Trans women are and will always be welcome in these sessions. The same goes for non-binary, gender-fluid, and gender-queer people who feel included by the term women.
What’s involved?
The sessions focus on joyful dance styles from around the world, from Bollywood to Afrobeats, traditional to modern folk dance, with plenty of room for you to explore your own style and creativity too. There’s no “getting it right,” just moving in whatever way feels good for you.
We want coming along to be as easy and stress-free as possible, so:
We support participants with travel expenses and provide healthy refreshments in a warm safe environment. Socialising time has been built in to give the women who attend time to build new connections and make new friendships. Women are able to bring their children during school holidays when they do not have access to childcare.
I’m not good at sports but I really liked the dancing! The atmosphere in the room is really special… it’s really important work for women in the city
- 100% participants improved their mental health
- 100% participants improved their physical health
- 100% participants improved their confidence
- 100% participants improved their sense of belonging within the group.
What to bring
Water and comfortable clothing you can move in.
Funding & support
We have much gratitude for funders and support over the years, allowing us to create an inclusive environment and sense of home for many women. Thanks to:
- Sports England
- Elizabeth Rathbone
- LCVS Community Impact Fund
- National Lottery Community Fund
- P.H. Holt
- John Moores Foundation
- Eleanor Rathbone
- Community Foundation Women’s Fund