Dancing with Parkinson's - US

Las Vegas, NV

(805)
640-5221

Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221 Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221 Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221 Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221

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Dancing with Parkinson's - US

Las Vegas, NV

(805)
640-5221

Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221 Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221 Dancing with Parkinson's - US Las Vegas, NV (805) 640-5221










  



Pamela Lappen/Dancing with Parkinson's - us is a licensed Dance for PD® affiliate.

Dance for PD licensed affiliates are the only organizations authorized to offer Dance for PD-branded classes based on the Mark Morris Dance Group's research-backed program. Licensed affiliates maintain the highest standards of teaching, program delivery and administrative support to ensure that classes they offer are safe, beneficial and enjoyable.

For more information on Dance for PD, please visit: https://danceforparkinsons.org

You are Welcome!

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with Parkinson's disease through our dance classes, activities and events, while operating with the highest standards in arts education.

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Words from our Las Vegas PD Dancers

Best Hour of My Week!

Best Hour of My Week!

Best Hour of My Week!

Everyone is Welcome 

Dance

Music

Voice

Beneficial 

Beauty & Grace

I Get to Cut Loose!

Best Hour of My Week!

Best Hour of My Week!

Encouragement 

Inspiration 

Direction Hope Opportunity Motivating Joy 

Positive Emotional Connection Help Possibilities Caring
Guidance Wonderful

Challenges my Brain!

Challenges my Brain!

Challenges my Brain!

Improved Mental State 

Better balance, flexibility 

and speech

Concentration 

Relaxation Thankful

Coordination Invigorating Calming

Join us!

Challenges my Brain!

Challenges my Brain!

Social Interaction 

Fun 

Laughter 

Friendships 

Conversations 

Camaraderie 

Social Event

Weekly Dance for PD® Class & Support Group

Social Support Group Thursday 12:30 - 1:00 pm

Dance for PD® Class Thursday 1-2 pm

 

Registration Required

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Pamela Lappen

M.A. - UCLA, Dance and Education

B.F.A. - U.W. - Milwaukee,

Dance and Theatre Performance

Dance for PD® Certified Teaching Artist


Recognized for her “eye for artistry and aesthetics” in dance, along with her “ability to smoothly execute projects,” Pamela received an invitation from David Leventhal, Dance for PD® Founding Teacher and Program Director, to participate in the 2010 Dance for PD® teacher’s training, in Pasadena, CA. 

 

Teaching dance to those with Parkinson’s disease, in CA and NV, Pamela was awarded her Dance for PD® certification, in 2019.  


Pamela is passionate about offering a high-quality dance program to people with PD and their caregivers.


Lappen has received support from the Nevada Arts Council, The National Endowment for the Arts, the Parkinson’s Foundation, and Medtronic for her work with the Las Vegas Parkinson's community. 


Her dance for Parkinson’s presentations have been seen at educational, wellness and medical symposiums, such as the: Cleveland Clinic – Las Vegas, PMD Alliance, Parkinson’s Place – Las Vegas, and h2u – Mountain View Hospital.  And, Pamela's PD dancers have eagerly participated and performed in educational presentations, dance videos, and lecture demonstrations, such as: When Parkinson’s Knocks on Your Door, The Dancing with Parkinson’s Nevada Video Project and PD and the Creative Arts Experience.


Pamela Lappen's diverse range of accomplishments as a performing artist, educator and administrator in the arts, dance, theater and music, has been beneficial in the development and enriched the Dancing with Parkinson's - US program in Las Vegas.


For more information, please click below. "Lappen Bio"

Lappen Bio

Learn with Us!

Yes, we have fun!


Discover dance in a class culture that strives to:  

1. Ensures psychological safety, 

2. Encourages sense of belonging,

3. Creates a sense of purpose , 

4. Establishes routines that minimize stress and  

5. Offers sincere praise.

Dance with Us!

Participants experience an improvement in their thinking as they build stamina, flexibility, postural stability, coordination, confidence, and social relationships.


In an environment that focuses on art, wellness, and creativity, come and experience the essence of movement - joy!

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"Dance for PD - A Marvelous Tool for Parkinson's Management,

Guest speaker: Pamela Lappen, Nov. 29th, 2023. 


"Through music and movement research-backed Dance for PD classes provide cognitive and physical benefits for those living with Parkinson’s disease. Discover how Dance for PD can improve the quality of your life."

"Wellness & Wellbeing with PD," Cleveland Clinic - Las Vegas

"The Impact of Dancing on Parkinson's Disease"  Guest speaker: Pamela Lappen, May 20th, 2023  

"I am Dance" - World Parkinson Congress 2023

From Las Vegas to Barcelona with Love

Our contribution to the 2023 "I am Dance" project for the World Parkinson Congress in Barcelona, Spain.  PD dancers from around the world participated.

Our contribution to the Dance for PD Community Festival

"PD & the Creative Arts Experience"

An interactive PD and Arts presentation with the Las Vegas community.

"Get Your Groove On"

Review of our April 29th, 2022 Zoom class.

Dancing with Parkinson's NV Video Project

Fun and Rhythmic Dance Exercises

Flow and Ease Seated and Standing Exercises

Dancing with Parkinson's - US Project

Community

Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease

Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease

Dancing with Parkinson's-US is a community based dance project that serves the greater Las Vegas Parkinson's community. 

Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease

Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease

Dance as Art for those with Parkinson's disease

We welcome those with PD, along with their caregivers, to attend and participate in our classes.  


In our research backed classes, we celebrate life by dancing and moving together.

Events for Parkinson's and Dance

Events for Parkinson's and Dance

Events for Parkinson's and Dance

Along with regular Dance for PD® classes, our dancers and supporters have participated in "PD & the Creative Arts Experience", the Dancing with Parkinson's NV video project, presentations at the Cleveland Clinic -Las Vegas and more.







Your Support is Appreciated

Events for Parkinson's and Dance

Events for Parkinson's and Dance

Want to become involved in our work, with the Las Vegas Parkinson's community?  Please let us know! Contact:

pamelalappen@gmail.com




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