Who we are

Eleni is a community dance organisation based in North-East Wales. We work with children, young people, adults and older people to create welcoming spaces where everyone can take part in dance, no experience required. For 50 years, our work has centred on wellbeing, inclusion and creativity. We believe dance can support physical and emotional health, build confidence, and strengthen community connections.

Our impact at a glance

For nearly 50 years, Eleni has worked with communities across North-East Wales to improve wellbeing, connection and creativity through dance.

Each year, we support over 1,800 people through inclusive community classes, workshops and partnership projects, particularly reaching those who face barriers to participation.

Our work uses dance to:

Improve physical and emotional well-being
Reduce loneliness and isolation
Build confidence and social connection
Create welcoming, inclusive spaces for expression

As we approach our 50th anniversary, we remain committed to working with communities to ensure dance continues to make a meaningful difference, now and into the future.

Movement for Mind

Movement for Mind: celebrating the difference made through dance

Our National Lottery-funded Movement for Mind project has now come to an end, following a wonderful programme of accessible dance, movement and wellbeing activities across Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham.

Working alongside WISP, KIM Inspire and local community partners, we created welcoming opportunities for children, adults, older people, carers and people living with long-term health conditions or mental health challenges.

The project supported Corwen Movers, Reach and Reset Denbigh, Dance for Parkinson’s, WISP and Eleni Dance Club, and movement and wellbeing programmes with KIM Inspire in Wrexham, Corwen, Holywell and Prestatyn.

Over the course of the project, participants were able to move at their own pace, express themselves creatively and build meaningful connections with others. The sessions helped people to improve their mobility, balance and confidence, while reducing isolation, supporting mental wellbeing and creating a valued sense of belonging.

By May 2026 alone, we had delivered 145 sessions and created more than 1,500 participant interactions. Just as importantly, the project enabled us to build strong partnerships and strengthen our inclusive practice, helping more people overcome barriers to taking part in dance and movement.

Although this chapter has come to an end, the relationships, learning and moments of joy created through Movement for Mind will continue to shape our work.

We are deeply grateful to National Lottery players for making this project possible, to our partners and practitioners, and especially to every participant who moved, danced, connected and shared the journey with us.

Get involved with Eleni

Whether you’re looking to take part, support our work, or learn more about our impact, there are many ways to connect with us.

For participants

Join friendly, inclusive dance sessions designed to support wellbeing and enjoyment. Our programmes welcome people of all abilities and backgrounds.

Youth Dance (12–18)

Dance. Move. Create. Belong.

Eleni Youth Dance is back. We’re re-launching our highly respected youth dance programme for young people aged 12–18, offering a relaxed, creative space to move, connect and express yourself outside of school. Youth Dance supports physical and mental well-being, confidence and social connection. No experience needed.

Coming soon. Watch this space.

For funders & donors

Your support helps us reach communities who face barriers to participation, improving wellbeing and connection through dance.

For partners

We work with organisations, schools, health services and community groups to deliver meaningful, collaborative projects.