INCLUSIVE DANCE CORK

Inclusive Dance Cork (IDC) is a training programme for people with and without disabilities who are interested in learning inclusive dance methods. It is designed for dancers to explore expressive movement and discuss a variety of ways to dance, facilitate, and support dancers of all abilities.

Originally conceived by Yvonne Coughlan, Chairperson of Dance Cork Firkin Crane, this ambitious programme is made possible through the dedication of its collaborators, with its home at Dance Cork Firkin Crane. The Inclusive Dance Cork team is led by IDC Artistic Director Rhona Coughlan and Project Coordinator Louisa Sloan.

The programme is generously funded by the Rethink Ireland Resilient Cork Fund 2025 with additional support from the Community Foundation for Ireland (supported by a donation from an anonymous donor) and Heart of the Community ~ Ireland Funds, alongside donor and business contributions, including Lord Mayor Cllr Dan Boyle’s 2024 Christmas Charity Gala Concert, Ward funding through Cllr Brian McCarthy, and a Stryker Anngrove GQO donation.

Our programme partners include Cork Education and Training Board and Horizons Cork | Suisha Inclusive Arts, which provide essential support for participants and accreditation opportunities. We are also grateful to our growing network of supporters dedicated to advancing Inclusive Dance Cork and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of previous partners, including University College Cork, who have helped shape and sustain the IDC programme to date.