Description
Help keep our senior community active, healthy, and engaged!
Tonari Gumi – Japanese Community Volunteers Association is looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Line Dance Class Leader/Instructor to lead a fun, beginner-friendly line dance class for seniors.
Previous line dance teaching experience is preferred, but not required. If you have experience with line dancing, group fitness, dance, or simply enjoy moving to music and encouraging others, we would love to hear from you.
Volunteers in this role will:
- Lead fun and beginner-friendly line dance sessions for seniors
- Teach simple routines at a comfortable pace
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment
- Encourage participation and support participants with different skill levels
- Help seniors stay active while enjoying music, movement, and social connection
We are looking for volunteers who:
- Have experience with line dancing, dance, group fitness, or a strong interest in these activities
- Enjoy interacting with seniors in a group setting
- Are energetic, patient, friendly, and supportive
- Are comfortable leading a small group or willing to learn
- Can commit to a regular schedule, preferably during weekday daytime hours
Japanese-speaking volunteers are especially welcome, but Japanese language skills are not required.
What you’ll gain:
- Experience leading a community-based group activity
- Opportunities to connect with seniors and promote health and well-being
- A chance to share your passion for dance and movement
- A fun, rewarding, and meaningful volunteer experience
Additional Information
Volunteers will be asked to attend a brief interview and orientation session before beginning the role.
Interested?
If you are interested in volunteering as a Line Dance Class Leader/Instructor, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at: programs@tonarigumi.ca
