Dance for Connection
Presented by CHW Calgary Centre
Join us on December 8 for Dance for Connection: a creative improvisation workshop, exploring expressive movement through the theme of connection — with oneself, others, and the group as a whole. No dance or improvisation experience is required; just comfortable clothing and curiosity.
Tickets $18
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Led by Julia Zaides, Dance Movement Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor.
In support of therapeutic programs at HaGal Sheli.
Location to be disclosed upon registration. Event is for adults 18+
About Jula Zaides, CCC, MA DMT, EDT
Julia is a Dance Movement Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor with over 12 years of experience in Psychotherapy and movement-based practices. She has performed and co-created contemporary dance pieces in Israel and has lectured at the University of Haifa (2021–2023). Julia currently works in Calgary and has presented at several European DMT conferences (2022–2025).
Click here to learn more about Julia, or visit her here on Instagram.
Dance for Connection is Supporting:
For over a decade, HaGal Sheli (My Wave) has empowered and educated over 15,000 at-risk youth nationwide to conquer life’s challenges by harnessing the transformative power of surfing, fostering personal growth, resilience, and success.
In the aftermath of the attacks on October 7, HaGal Sheli launched an emergency trauma intervention program to prevent the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among affected individuals.
Israel faces a severe mental health crisis and the healthcare system is extremely overwhelmed. In answer to this problem, HaGal Sheli plans to open over 96 new trauma groups in 2025 while maintaining existing ones, enabling them to provide critical support for over 5,500 participants. This includes at-risk youth, evacuees, reservists, and families rebuilding their lives across Israel. CHW will fund 10 new surf therapy groups, each serving an average of 15 participants (150 trauma survivors in total) from communities across Israel, including the Western Negev, central, and northern regions. This support will strengthen and expand HaGal Sheli’s impact.
Click here to learn more about HaGal Sheli.
*If we exceed our goals for a project commitment, due to donor generosity, we reserve the right to reallocate the additional funds raised to other funding commitments in Israel or Canada.
