Set dancing for people with Parkinson's disease: an information resource for Irish set dancing teachers

This booklet, version 1 (2016), was created to provide a rich source of information to support set dancing teachers who teach people with Parkinson’s disease. It was developed for use by set dancing teachers. It is important to note that information provided in this booklet does not constitute training; instead, it is intended to act purely as an information source. It is the responsibility of each individual teacher to ensure they have adequate skills and knowledge before they engage in teaching set dancing to people with Parkinson’s disease. The information in this booklet was informed by set dancing teachers, people with Parkinson’s disease, research evidence and professionals with expertise in this area. Great care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate and in accordance with current evidence and best practice at the time of production. However, the developers and authors cannot guarantee the information provided is completely error free, especially since best practice guidelines are constantly changing. Therefore, the developers and authors accept no responsibility or liability for harm, damage or injury resulting from use of any information provided in this booklet. Users of this booklet are advised to seek assistance from other personnel or health care professionals if needed. “Irish set dancing for people with Parkinson’s disease: an information resource for Irish set dancing teachers” publication may not be used for training purposes or as a single information resource. All rights reserved to developers and authors © 2016. Reproduction in part or full is prohibited without written authorisation of the copyright holder.