Silver Swans Celebration

Sunday 2 November 2025

Events Celebration event Silver Swans Celebration

Event Date:

Sunday 2 November 2025

Country:

Location:

Edinburgh

Who’s it for?

Suitable for participants age 55+

Fee:

From £14

This Celebration is offered in partnership with Dance Base as a creative community in Edinburgh making dance accessible to everyone.

On Sunday 2 November, join us for a special day of workshops for people aged 55+, held in conjunction with the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. The programme offers a connecting and artistic experience designed to open up new possibilities, and find renewed joy in movement.

The Celebration workshops are about sparking curiosity and giving you the chance to experience dance in a welcoming, supportive environment. Through the RAD’s global Silver Swans network, we recognise dance as a powerful way to improve and maintain both individual and collective wellbeing.

Exclusive

PRIME dance company in rehearsal
An opportunity to observe PRIME, Dance Base’s in-house company, as they begin work on new choreography. Renowned for their progressive and creative performances, PRIME offers a behind-the-scenes look at the process of making original work.

Workshop information

Contemporary Dance

Led by PRIME’s Artistic Director, this workshop explores contemporary dance techniques through dynamic movement and creativity. Participants will be guided to connect with their bodies and enjoy the freedom of contemporary dance practice.

Exploring Repertoire

Step into the world of classical ballet repertoire. These workshops offer insight into well-known productions and choreography, bringing the stage into the studio. Participants will be encouraged to develop artistry and musicality while deepening their appreciation and love for ballet and movement.

Suitable for those with some experience and good mobility, building upon a strong foundation in dance / ballet.

Move to the Musicals

Open to all – Enjoy uplifting movement sequences inspired by musical theatre and jazz. With familiar songs and lively rhythms, this fun and welcoming workshop offers a joyful introduction to dance, encouraging expression and playfulness.

Seated dance

Open to all – A gentle, low-impact workshop designed to mobilise the joints and strengthen muscles while working safely from a seated position. Using a range of techniques, participants will coordinate body and breath, enhancing mobility and wellbeing in an accessible format.

Pilates

A practice that enriches both body and mind, Pilates uses the breath to support the core, alignment, and balance. For dancers, Pilates helps maintain strength and flexibility without strain. Take a moment for a sense of calm and release at the start of the day.

Silver Swans class (Gentle /Steady)

Silver Swans supports posture, coordination and energy levels in a nurturing and welcoming environment. With a mindful approach, these classes focus on building a foundation in classical ballet while working at a calm, steady pace.

Additional

10-11am, Forum and networking, FREE

Aimed at Silver Swans Licensees and other dance artists and practitioners working with adults, this forum will be a time for open-ended conversation, discussion and debate, looking at particular current learning, interests or concerns – with the emphasis on peer exchange and support, rather than decision making.

Timetable

View the full timetable before booking.

Workshops are priced individually from £14-£20 depending on their duration.

We suggest choosing no more than 3 workshops.

Further information

Venue

Dance Base, 14-16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU

Faculty

Amy Robertson (Pilates)

Amy enjoys encouraging people to move and seeing how revitalised they are after an hour of it.

Hannah Bailes (Move to the Musicals)

Vikki’s latest accolades have come from various ballroom competitions, and her motto is ‘Dance is for life’.

Booking process