In Open Floor
we don’t learn to dance;
we dance to learn…

Welcome to

Alive to Dance

Hi, I’m Di Hinds.

I am passionate about the benefits brought about by movement and dance — conscious movement.

I’m a qualified Open Floor Movement Teacher offering classes and individual sessions in the Cambridge UK area.

Open Floor is a resource-based practice and dynamic movement and dance meditation. Come along and discover it for yourself.

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Note: Since COVID-19 I have been offering classes online. Something that began with lockdowncontinued with a hybrid offering on Tuesday mornings, but as of May 2023, this arrangement has been paused.

Dancers are then able to enjoy the full glories of the summer months.

Madingley Village Hall sessions will be returning to the alternate Tuesday morning sessions enjoyed pre-pandemic. These are drop in sessions - you would be welcome to come and explore! All are welcome!
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Individual +
Small Group Sessions

I work regularly working with small groups.
I also work one-on-one with individuals.

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I teach a range of dance and movement classes in the Cambridge area.

I also teach, in collaboration with other conscious dance teachers, at the weekly Friday night Cambsdance sessions.

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MY STORY

alive to dance…

I directly experienced the healing potential of dance during my journey from illness to wellbeing.

I believe movement is at the core of health and healing, and dance is at the core of community.
And I am dedicated to sharing this remarkable practice with others.

I live to dance.

Open Floor is a Resource-based Practice:

We practice on the dance floor
what we most need to learn
for life off the dance floor…

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What People Are Saying

“Di's Open Floor sessions have made such a difference to me physically, mentally and emotionally. It is the gift of space, with a welcoming and accepting group, and Di's gentle guidance, to just let my body respond as it wants to.
My body is more relaxed and has let go of tensions, and my mind and emotions are doing the same. I love it.”

— JANET

“Di is a lovely dance teacher. She is full of enthusiasm and imparts this to each and everyone of us. She is also very creative and takes us to unexpected spaces. Her style is energetic and eclectic, full of passion and warmth.”

— GWYNETH