At Frame Dance, we empower educators with the tools to transform their classrooms through innovative, research-backed professional development that enhances cognitive, social-emotional, and physical growth in young children. With over 35 years of experience working with teachers, schools, and young learners, we’ve seen firsthand how integrating movement into the learning process profoundly impacts student engagement and academic success.

Benefits of Creative Movement Focused PD

Bring Frame Dance to Your School

Our tailored Teacher Training programs are designed to meet the needs of both new and seasoned educators.

For New Teachers, we recommend modules that offer a solid foundation in creative dance, brain development, social-emotional learning, and practical tools for classroom management.

“ONBOARDING” COURSE BUNDLE

  • The Importance and Benefits of Creative Dance in Early Childhood
    Learn how creative movement supports emotional, cognitive, and physical development, providing a foundation for holistic education.
  • Early Childhood Brain Development
    Explore how young children’s brains grow and how movement-based activities can enhance this development.
  • Social Emotional Learning
    Understand how dance fosters key social-emotional skills like empathy, self-regulation, and collaboration.
  • Brain-Body Warmup
    Discover techniques to help children connect their physical movements with cognitive tasks, boosting focus and readiness to learn.
  • Dance as a Classroom Management Technique
    Use movement to engage students, reduce disruptive behavior, and create a positive learning environment.

 

For Seasoned Teachers, we recommend modules that build on existing expertise, providing advanced techniques in classroom management, curriculum integration, and inclusive learning strategies to create neurodiverse classrooms. Each program is crafted to transform teaching practices and enhance student engagement.

“LEVEL UP” COURSE BUNDLE

  • Dance as a Classroom Management Technique
    Refine classroom management through dance, learning advanced strategies to maintain order and enhance engagement.
  • Storytelling with Our Bodies
    Integrate dance into storytelling and curriculum, making abstract concepts come to life through creative movement.
  • The Neurodiverse Classroom
    Adapt dance activities to support neurodiverse learners, ensuring inclusivity and personalized learning experiences.
  • Curriculum Integration
    Work directly with your own curriculum to find opportunities for integrating dance and creative movement.
  • Practice Teaching & Feedback
    Receive hands-on teaching practice and personalized feedback to refine your techniques and improve classroom outcomes.

Of course, you can customize your PD program with any combination of modules to meet your individual needs!

 

Let’s Connect!

We would love the opportunity to discuss how we might bring Professional Development to your school/organization. If you’re interested, please fill the contact form below and we will reach out with additional information.