Our Story
Dance Active Wellness was founded in the fall of 2020, after recognizing a gap in senior living communities—not in the number of activities offered, but in the level of meaningful engagement they created.
 While residents often have full activity calendars, there was a clear need for programming that is more interactive, joyful, and purpose-driven—something that truly brings people together.
Dance Active Wellness was founded with a passion for using movement as a tool for connection, joy, and well-being.
This program is designed to increase resident participation, strengthen social connections, and deliver culturally inclusive experiences—especially for Spanish-speaking residents who are often underserved. It supports both emotional and physical wellness while providing your team with a reliable, easy-to-implement solution that enhances your overall activity programming.
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Meet the Instructors
 Paloma
Paloma holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance and brings thirteen years of experience as a professional dancer, allowing her to master a diverse array of modern dance skills. For the past eight years, she has passionately taught Dance to individuals with Parkinson's and seniors, empowering them through the art of movement. With six years of expertise as a fitness instructor specializing in dance-based fitness, her journey inspires others to embrace their potential and find joy in movement.
IreneÂ
Irene Ko holds an MFA in Dance from the California Institute of the Arts and The Juilliard School. After graduating, she joined the Korea Contemporary Dance Company, touring Asia and teaching in Korea. She later performed and choreographed with H.T. Chen & Dancers in New York. From 2007 to 2012, she taught and presented her work in Florida colleges, and since 2014, she has been teaching at Lone Star College CyFair in Texas. In November 2023, she began teaching chair dance classes to seniors at Danzactive.
 Gwen
Gwen holds a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a Master's in Dance Education, combining academic excellence with a strong passion for movement and wellness. As an accomplished performer and experienced instructor, she offers expertise in various dance styles. She aims to inspire individuals of all ages to embrace joy, self-expression, and fitness through movement. Gwen has been an instructor with Danzactive since November 2023.
