What if workplace wellbeing was about more than sitting less and exercising more?
At MOVE Ōtautahi, we believe movement can be a way to connect, have fun, build confidence, try something new and strengthen the communities around us.
We’re a Christchurch-based not-for-profit dance and circus organisation, and our purpose is simple: to encourage people to enjoy movement in all its forms.
We’re inviting local organisations to join us in bringing more movement, creativity and connection into the workplace.
Whether your team is looking for a fun way to connect, a fresh wellbeing activity, or an opportunity to try something completely different, MOVE can create experiences that suit your people.
From dance and circus to creative movement and something completely new. We can bring a session to your workplace, welcome your team into our studios at Parakiore, or tailor a private experience around your people and their interests. You can also encourage staff to explore MOVE’s regular classes and discover a new way to move, connect and have fun.
Looking for something different for your end-of-year celebration?
Swap the usual Christmas function for an experience your team can move, laugh and enjoy together.
Bring your team to MOVE for a fun and relaxed movement experience designed to get everyone involved — whether they’ve got two left feet or are already comfortable on the dance floor!
From dance and circus experiences to creative movement and team challenges, we can create a session that’s playful, welcoming and suitable for your group.
You could:
No experience is needed, and there’s no pressure to perform. Just come along, have a go and enjoy doing something different together.
Movement doesn’t have to look the same for everyone.
Our classes and workshops can be adapted for different ages, abilities, experience levels and interests. Whether your team loves to dance, has never stepped into a circus studio before, or is simply looking for an excuse to get together and have some fun, there’s a place for them at MOVE.
We’re also proud to offer opportunities that celebrate Māori and Pacific cultures, including Mahi Poi, Māori Movement and Siva Samoa.
Our approach is inclusive, welcoming and focused on participation rather than perfection.
We’re based right here in Ōtautahi, at Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre. Working with local organisations allows us to build stronger connections within our wider community.
When you work with MOVE, you’re supporting a local not-for-profit organisation and helping us continue to make dance, circus and movement accessible to our community.
You don’t need to be fit, flexible, coordinated or experienced. Our sessions are about having a go, enjoying the experience and connecting with the people around you.
Every workplace is different. We’re happy to kōrero with you about your team, your goals and what might work best for your organisation.
We’re not here to tell you what your workplace wellbeing programme should look like.
Let’s kōrero about what could work for your people.
Whether you’re looking for a one-off team experience, a regular wellbeing activity, a cultural movement workshop or simply want to explore what’s possible, we’d love to hear from you.
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