Seated Exploration of the Upper Limb and Postural Control

4 Week Group Class Series

Wednesday June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th from 5:15-6 PM
Location: ALPHA Health Services East

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Class Description

Join us for a unique opportunity to improve your upper limb movement and postural control in a fun and supportive group environment. Led by a skilled physiotherapist and dance teacher/choreographer Darryl Tracy, this four-week course is designed for individuals of all mobility levels who want to improve the movement quality and rhythm of their upper body.

Each week, you’ll focus on a different theme, including breath, expressive hands, and rhythm. You’ll learn new techniques and exercises to activate and strengthen your upper body, while also improving your overall body awareness.

The class is held in a seated position, making it accessible to individuals of all mobility levels. To participate, you must be medically stable and free of cold/flu-like symptoms.

Most importantly, you must be willing to participate within a group setting.

About the Facilitator

Darryl Tracy 
Registered Physiotherapist
Dancer, Choreographer, Teacher

With over 30 years of experience as a neurological Physiotherapist, Darryl has worked at Toronto Rehabilitation – Lyndhurst Centre and his current practice at ALPHA focuses on the treatment of individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries, Stroke, Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis and Traumatic Brain Injury.

In addition to his career as a Physiotherapist, Darryl is a Toronto based independent dance artist (choreographer, interpreter and teacher).

Photo of Darryl Tracy

Class Schedule

Session 1: June 7, 2023 @ 5:15- 6PM
Session 2: June 14 @ 5:15- 6PM
Session 3: June 21 @ 5:15- 6PM
Session 4: June 28 @ 5:15- 6PM

Pricing

$20 per individual class, or $70 for all 4 classes

Note: As this is a Physio-led movement class, Physiotherapy extended health benefits can be used. 

Pricing

$20 per individual class, or $70 for all 4 classes

Note: As this is a Physio-led movement class, Physiotherapy extended health benefits can be used. 

How to Book

There are three ways to book into this class!
  1. Call us at (647) 670 – 3454
  2. Email us at infoeast@alphahealthservices.ca
  3. In person at our clinic! Located on the ground floor of Bridgepoint Hennick Hospital. Address: 14 St Matthews Rd, Unit G.008, Toronto, ON M4M 2B5

Frequently Asked Questions

I am currently using a wheelchair (power or manual). Can I participate?

Absolutely! This class is open to individuals of all mobility levels. This particular class will be performed in sitting. 

Can I bring someone (spouse, caregiver, RSW) with me to this class?

We kindly ask that you bring a maximum of one person to accompany you in order to ensure each individual has plenty of space to move. Please indicate if you will have someone accompany you upon booking for this class. 

Do I need to wear a mask?

In order to make this class as accessible as possible, we kindly ask that you and anyone who may accompany you wears a mask at all times. 

Can I use my Physiotherapy extended health benefits for this class?

Yes, this class is led by a Registered Physiotherapist and therefore Physiotherapy benefits can be used. Please provide your coverage details to the front desk when booking in for this class. 

ALPHA Midtown

40 Holly Street, Suite 901
Toronto, ON M4S 3C3

info@alphahealthservices.ca

416.545.1881

ALPHA East

14 St. Matthews Rd G.008 (Located within Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital) Toronto, ON M4M 2B5

infoeast@alphahealthservices.ca
647.670.3454