Seated Dance & Movement Therapy Melbourne
Let’s Move with Lisa Dance Therapy sessions are designed specifically for aged care residents supporting improve mood, mobility and meaningful social connection.
💛 Dance Therapy – Joyful Movement for Aged Care
Hi there! My name is Lisa Koba, a Dance Therapy Specialist based in Melbourne, Australia. I create & lead customised, seated dance & movement sessions for residents in aged care homes, day centres, & dementia support groups, bringing proven health benefits & a real sense of joy to residents.
My passion for dance therapy is grounded in scientific research. In 2016, I collaborated with Professor Meg Morris from La Trobe University on a study that found dancing has incredible potential to improve motor skills, well-being, quality of life & cognitive function. The study demonstrated that dance, by combining physical movement with cognitive sequencing, is a powerful tool for exercising both the body and the mind.
🌟 Benefits of Dance Therapy Sessions
Lisa’s sessions are:
💺 Accessible & Inclusive
Mainly seated & low-impact, making them ideal for individuals aged 60+ and various mobility levels
❤️ Physical Health Support
Helps support bone density, heart health & may assist in reducing risk factors associated with conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease & diabetes
🧠 Cognitive & Social Engagement
Encourages memory, coordination & brain stimulation while providing a powerful social connection. Research shows regular dance participation may significantly support cognitive brain health & function
Lisa often says, “Dance is food for the body, mind, and spirit.” Contact Lisa directly to host a dance session at your Aged care Facility.
Testimonials
“Lisa brings a sense of fun, enthusiasm and joy to our residents with each session. Bringing back fond memories with the music she plays and the lively banter as she shows and explains the exercises. Working with residents in a memory support unit needs a special type of gift which Lisa has in bounds as she uses different techniques using visual and sensory to engage the residents.” Cathie Singleton, Lifestyle Coordinator, AdventCare Whitehorse
"Lisa Koba has developed & led multiple dancing sessions at the Umbrella Dementia Cafe's. As our cafés include all types of dementia diseases, Lisa’s unique skill & proficiency to adapt to all physical & cognitive abilities, has allowed our café group to feel connected through their shared love of music & dance. Lisa’s selection of dance style & music is always appropriate, respectful & sensitive to our guest’s interests. This is especially important given the wide age ranges within our group. Lisa’s passion & enthusiasm inspires all our guests to not only participate & engage, but to also laugh whole-heartedly from the pure joy she brings to each & every one of her dance classes." Kirsty Porter, Founder, Umbrella Dementia Cafe's
"Thanks for a wonderful workshop. The residents really loved it, & I also got a lot of positive feedback from staff." Veronica, Activities Coordinator, Mercy Place Aged Care
"Your program is our resident's favourite. It usually takes a bit to get anything out of our residents but you have the right moves! I am so glad last week's session went so well." Tracey, Lifestyle Coordinator, Uniting Agewell
“It was so good to have you back yesterday after the challenge of lockdown the residents were elated.”
Steph Lovick, Lifestyle Co-ordinator, Uniting AgeWell
“It was so lovely having you here again yesterday – your music & energy is such a buzz here.” Betty
“Last Wednesday was so much fun. I am sure that half of the participants would not have dreamt they would be dancing, singing and laughing.
Thank you so much.” Bernadette
"Very enjoyable dancing today, it brings back memories.” Ted
"Thank you, for making the day so very special." June
"Thank you so much for coming, your sessions are the highlight of our week" Lula
“Your joy and energy is infectious. I haven't felt like this for a long time.” Dyson
“That was the best activity that I have been to. The energy in the room was wonderful. The dancing and the music just seemed to light everyone up.” Neville
