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Wednesday

10:00 am

Explore & Imagine Creative Dance

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.

Friday

10:00 am

Restorative Dance Music & Movement

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.

Tuesday

10:30 am

Dancing down memory lane

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.

Monday

11:00 am

Puppet & Costume Making Workshops

Impacd - positive vibes artwork

Activity leader

Grace
Impacd inclusive artwork

grace costume making

Grace Reeves is a passionate and innovative fashion designer focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and cultural expression. A graduate of Nottingham Trent University with a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design, Grace is inspired by the interplay between human connection, the natural world, and the urban environment. She specializes in zero-waste pattern cutting and upcycling, creating functional art that adapts to the wearer’s needs and promotes sustainable fashion practices.

Grace will design costumes for the Aves Libre inclusive carnival troupe for the Nottingham Caribbean Carnival. In addition to creating these vibrant and sustainable costumes, she will lead community workshops to engage and empower participants in the making process, fostering a sense of community and creativity.

Saturday

9:00 am

Short Breaks Dance & Sensory Exploration

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.

Tuesday

11:00 am

Puppet & Costume Making Workshops

Impacd - positive vibes artwork

Activity leader

Grace
Impacd inclusive artwork

grace costume making

Grace Reeves is a passionate and innovative fashion designer focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and cultural expression. A graduate of Nottingham Trent University with a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design, Grace is inspired by the interplay between human connection, the natural world, and the urban environment. She specializes in zero-waste pattern cutting and upcycling, creating functional art that adapts to the wearer’s needs and promotes sustainable fashion practices.

Grace will design costumes for the Aves Libre inclusive carnival troupe for the Nottingham Caribbean Carnival. In addition to creating these vibrant and sustainable costumes, she will lead community workshops to engage and empower participants in the making process, fostering a sense of community and creativity.

our address

Unit G7, Roden House

Ashley Street, Nottingham

NG3 1JG

Look for the black door with the big yellow sign. For wheelchair access, go to the door on Alfred Street.

Main entrance w3w: ///bought.ruler.zooms
Accessible entrance w3w: ///tops.engage.giving

Wednesday

11:30 am

Puppet & Costume MAking Workshop – Carnival

Impacd - positive vibes artwork

Activity leader

Gemma
Impacd inclusive artwork

gemma puppet making & performance

Gemma Caseley-Kirk is a talented designer and actress in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. She holds an exceptional first-class BA (Hons) in Theatre Design from Nottingham Trent University and was awarded The Nottingham Playhouse Prize in 2020. Gemma co-founded the comedy collective Major Labia and is a creative associate at Nottingham Playhouse. She has extensive experience in set and costume design, puppetry, and production design.

Gemma will lead the puppet-making workshops for the Aves Libre inclusive carnival troupe at the Nottingham Caribbean Carnival. She will guide the community in crafting vibrant and expressive puppets in these workshops, enriching the carnival experience and fostering community engagement.

For more about Gemma’s work, visit her website or follow her on Instagram @gckdesigns.

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Thursday

11:00 am

Junk Traveling Band- Carnival Workshops

Activity leader

Milla
At the IMPACD studio, a young man with short black hair, a joyful grin on his face, wearing a pinkish brown long-sleeved polo shirt and an access lanyard for hidden disabilities, sits among a diverse group, all wearing similar access lanyards and drumming on djembe drums.

milla drumming

Milla Hanna leads our Djembe drum workshop.

He brings the vibrant rhythms of Guinea and Mali to life.

He is a valued member of our Freedom to Explore team.

He is always reliable and on time.

He leads sessions in a warm and skilled manner.

Milla always has a smile on his face.

Milla creates a space where people feel at ease.

He maintains control of sessions of all sizes.

He has designed his workshops for people of all levels.

They are suitable for people with no musical background.

It is easy to see why people enjoy their time with Milla.

He brings joy to every drumming session.

Friday

11:30 am

Inclusive Dance Troupe – Carnival Workshops

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.

Saturday

11:00 am

Inclusive Dance Troupe – Carnival Workshops

a woman kneels on one leg, her hands infront of her face, she has her head bowed in dance. She wears a yellow cardigan and blue jumpsuit,, her haid is short and grey. Behond her on the dance studio wall is a graffitti of a pride coloured bird wings

Activity leader

Amanda
A middle-aged slender female session leader with short dark hair, wearing a blue jumpsuit and yellow cardigan, eyes closed and serene-looking, moves her arms pensively. Beautiful wings which adorn the back wall of the IMPACD studio seem to come out of her back like a bird in flight.

amanda accessible community dance

Amanda Hose-Hawley is the Director of IMPACD C.I.C and Todo Latino Dance Co. Ltd.

She has a strong background in dance education.

She graduated with high honours from Trinity Laban in 2022.

She earned a Level 6 diploma in dance teaching and learning.

She improved her skills and learned how dance can change lives.

In 2023, Amanda started a research project at FABRIC, which used to be called dance4.

This gave her the chance to work with expert dance leaders who also believed in inclusivity.

They created a new tool called IMP.

IMP stands for Inclusive Movement Prompt.

IMP helps everyone to use the Laban method of movements.

The Laban method is based on eight movements to express yourself with your body.

She loves helping people to show their feelings, get fit and make new friends through dancing.

She has a deep passion for making arts inclusive.

She has contributed a lot to the field of the teaching and learning of dance.

Amanda continues to push for positive change in community dance.

She is committed to creating a space where everyone can participate.

Amanda is a warm and friendly person.

She is able to connect with others.

She inspires everyone to embrace their own abilities.

She is enthusiastic and really cares about her students and colleagues.

This makes her a loved figure in the dance world.

Amanda shows how hard work and a strong belief in the power of dance can make a big difference.

She works to make dance easy for all to enjoy.

Her efforts inspire dancers and teachers everywhere.

Amanda is changing how dance is taught.

She is helping to create a future where everyone can take part.
Impacd participant drumming

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how to get here

our address

Unit G7, Roden House

Ashley Street, Nottingham

NG3 1JG

Look for the black door with the big yellow sign. For wheelchair access, go to the door on Alfred Street.

Main entrance w3w: ///bought.ruler.zooms
Accessible entrance w3w: ///tops.engage.giving

accessible transport

If accessible transport is essential for you to reach the activity, we can help! Just get in touch.

Note that you’ll need to arrange accessible transport with us at least 24 hours before the activity.
A black door with a yellow sign reading IMPACD in capital letters sits in the street leading to the studio.
A hand-drawn map shows in yellow the location of the IMPACD studio, tucked between Alfred Street and Liverpool Street, with red arrows marking the two entrances to the studio, one going past the accessible toilet.

opening hours

Doors open at 10:45 am every day for tea and biscuits before the activity starts

Conduct & Inclusion

General code of conduct

Each participant, including workforce, agrees to the following Code of Conduct, namely that we: Treat each other kindly and with dignity; Act with patience towards each other; Listen to each other; Be supportive; Be open to understanding differences; Respect people’s boundaries; Value the experience of others as well as our own; Contribute to a safe space for all.

Inclusivity ethos

Inclusion; Kindness and Compassion; Respecting difference and uniqueness; Consideration of one another’s Feelings and Wishes; Recognising Individual Needs; Valuing Personal Expression; Person-centred approach; and, Facilitating Personal Empowerment.

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