providing holistic dance programmes
to enhance positive
mental health and well-being
across the UK
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about​
Hi, I'm Tara.
I am an Indian Scottish dancer and trauma-informed mental health practitioner. I support people in improving their physical and mental wellbeing through the use of dance and movement.
I began training in Classical and Latin Dance in 2015 and went on to specialise in Argentine Tango in 2017, going on to tour Europe as a Tango performance artist until 2022. I retrained to work in mental health after recognising the lack of access to health and wellbeing opportunities for some of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged in society. After 2 years training as a dance practitioner in mental health spaces, I now offer movement based courses to communities across Yorkshire and London to empower the individual to grow physically, mentally, socially and spiritually through the use of the body. I have recently been accepted onto the UNBOUND Wakefield Artist Development Program 2025, as a dynamic artist developing movement works in public spaces to spark and guide conversations around physical and mental wellbeing.
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programmes
I create and deliver
group programs for third sector organisations, schools, universities and corporate bodies across Yorkshire and London. Sessions are individually tailored to the organisation and their clients’ needs.
I specialise in using dance to explore emotional literacy, promote long-term positive change in mental and physical health and grow self-esteem through curiosity and creativity of movement. I work with young people, older people, able-bodied adults, adults with limited mobility and people with memory issues such as Alzheimer's and dementia.
Examples of movement sessions include :
My Body My Way: Learning Consent through Movement
Salsa For Stress Relief
Guided Meditations & Movements
Stretching to Still The Mind
I am a trained Mental Health First Aider,
trauma-sensitive and neurodivergent-informed. Dance styles I use to deliver sessions include Salsa, Argentine Tango, Street, Bollywood and Ballet. Mindfulness, guided meditations and yoga are often used as part of my practice.
Languages spoken
English Spanish Portuguese
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Disclaimer – *Please read before attending any session*
By choosing to participate in any activity session by Dance Moves Minds, the participant accepts that they undertake and engage in the session at their own risk. Participants are encouraged to exercise common sense and always seek the guidance of a medical professional before undertaking any form of sport or physical activity. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions, injuries or disabilities that may affect their ability to participate in the session, should seek medical advice for their suitability to take part, before participating. It is the responsibility of the participant to make Tara aware of any conditions, injuries, or disabilities prior to participating in the session.