Designed for body, mind, and memory.
Ballet 4 You is a personalised movement programme for people with Alzheimer’s and their carers, offering supportive and engaging sessions both in person and online.
Our mission.
Supporting well-being and connection through inclusive ballet experiences.
A diagnosis with Alzheimer's Disease is an overwhelming experience for everyone: the person with Alzheimer's, their spouse or partner, children, grandchildren, extended family, friends and colleagues. Everyone knows someone affected by Alzheimer's so we have designed our website to be an accessible resource for everyone.
We hope to present information, recommendations, support and our approach in a fresh, respectful and positive way. The aim of our programme is not to have our participants joining the local ballet company, but rather that you enjoy our unique series of exercises while engaging the brain, strengthening the body, improving executive function and creating a sense of well-being.
- Free lessons accessed
- 8,750+
- Classes taught
- 100
- Countries reached
- 22
Free and accessible for everyone.
Participate from anywhere in the world, at any time, completely free of charge.
No experience required
New to ballet? Perfect.
Our programme is designed for everyone, regardless of experience. Whether you're supporting someone with Alzheimer's or exploring movement for yourself, our gentle approach focuses on joy and well-being rather than technical perfection. Each session includes modifications for different mobility levels and abilities.
Free YouTube access
Watch and participate
Access our complete Ballet 4 You Playlist on YouTube and participate anywhere, anytime, completely free of charge. With the help of a carer, someone with Mild Cognitive Impairment, dementia, or Alzheimer's can join our programme from anywhere in the world, at any time of day.
Expert guidance
Learn with Lisa
Enjoy regular interaction from our experienced presenter Lisa Purchas, specifically tailored for people with Alzheimer's and their carers. Lisa's gentle guidance and expertise ensures each exercise is accessible, meaningful, and designed to engage the brain while strengthening the body and creating a sense of well-being.
Multiple learning options
Choose what works for you
Begin your journey with our complete library of free YouTube tutorials, join our worldwide community of participants and families, or explore private lessons with Lisa and our trained practitioners. Each option provides personalised guidance tailored to your specific needs and circumstances.
Empower your teaching journey.
Workshops designed to help you deliver impactful ballet lessons.
We are planning to run a series of Teacher Training Workshops throughout the year. Our introductory ‘Ballet 4 You’ workshop will include a detailed demonstration of the programme, a class simulation, and guest speakers from the fields of Occupational Health & Safety, Geriatric Physiotherapy and Alzheimer's Australia.
The course costs $550.00 (inc. GST) per person and places are limited. Upon successful completion of the workshop, attendees with a current First Aid Certificate and National Police Clearance will be registered on our ‘Ballet 4 You’ Register of Practitioners. Annual refresher courses will be offered from 2026 onwards to keep practitioners updated with content changes, health developments, and best practices.
