Dancerise Volunteer Instructor Wanted - Wesley School for Seniors

Are you passionate about fitness and love to dance? Do you have a heart to make a positive impact in our seniors’ community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are seeking a volunteer Dancerise Instructor who can bring energy, empathy, and expertise to our senior community. Here’s what you’ll bring to the table:
Passion and Empathy:
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Heart for Seniors: You have a genuine interest in working with older adults. Your empathy and patience shine through when teaching seniors.
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Understanding Aging: You’re knowledgeable about age-related changes, common health conditions, and physical limitations that seniors may face.
Fitness and Health Knowledge:
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Music knowledge and rhythm: Ability to follow the music and lead participants through dance moves.
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Adapting Choreography: Ability to modify dances moves to suit lower impact needs and potential limitations of older participants.
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Health Considerations: You understand the medical conditions or limitations that may affect your students and can adapt exercises accordingly.
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Formal Qualification: A recognised fitness certification from a reputable training provider preferred
Teaching Skills:
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Clear Communication: You can explain exercises in simple terms. Seniors appreciate your clear instructions.
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Adaptability: You’re able to tailor your teaching approach to accommodate varying fitness levels and abilities.
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Motivation: You have a knack for encouraging and motivating seniors to stay active.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of seniors. Together, we can build a community that values physical wellness and empowers seniors to lead active, fulfilling lives.
As a volunteer instructor, you’re committed to conduct:
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Weekly sessions lasting one hours
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Anytime between 10am to 4pm from Monday to Friday.
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Term commences on Monday 28 Apr – 4 Jul 2025.
Our school is conveniently situated in Sydney’s CBD, in close proximity to Town Hall or St James station.
About Wesley School for Seniors
Wesley School for Seniors is a vibrant community that encourages individuals over 55 years to engage in a variety of stimulating courses - from languages and music to philosophy and computers. Now, you have the opportunity to be part of this enriching environment.
Why Volunteer with us?
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Impact Lives: Make a real and positive difference in the lives of the elderly.
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Join a Community: Become an integral part of a vibrant and dynamic community.
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Support a Cause: Lend your support to a well-regarded charity committed to assisting those in need.
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Boost Self-Confidence: As a tutor, you have the power to instill confidence in students, enabling them to reach their full potential.
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Experience Personal Fulfillment: The act of giving back to the community and seeing a student’s progress firsthand brings a sense of achievement.
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Develop Skills: Tutoring allows you to refine your own skills, such as communication, patience, adaptability, and empathy.
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Make a Difference: As a tutor, you play a crucial role in a student’s educational journey, contributing to their growth, development, and the creation of a more informed community.
If this role piques your interest, or if you’d like to learn more, we’re eager to connect with you! Simply click “apply” to begin your journey with us.