Chair Zumba Inspires Inclusion and Confidence Through Creative Movement

A new Chair Zumba video created by Multicap creative movement artists is making waves, not just for its catchy choreography, but for its powerful message of inclusion, courage and creativity.

In a creative and empowering initiative, the Pine Rivers and Petrie Hubs’ Centre of Creative Arts (COCA) creative movement artists worked together for 24 weeks to bring the project to life, developing their own choreography and perfecting every move to Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees.

Multicap Disability Support Worker and COCA Creative Movement Facilitator, Alexandra, said the artists took the lead in developing their own Chair Zumba routine, showcasing innovation and community spirit.

“Our artists got together, came up with the idea, and decided they wanted to perform it in front of people,” said Alexandra. “We had exhausted all the online Chair Zumba video resources, so our artists decided to make their own routine.”

The team chose the Bee Gees for their routine, delivering a high-energy live performance at Bee Gees Way that drew an impressed crowd of onlookers.

“The artists wanted to use an Australian band, and knew they wanted to perform at a location that is connected to both the music and the community. The Bee Gees were perfect,” Alexandra said.

Chair Zumba gives participants a fun and accessible way to enjoy music and movement from a seated position. For the artists involved, it became much more than a fitness routine.

“Chair Zumba enables creative freedom and control. In fact, a lot of the artists have grown a lot by creating their own moves and inspiring others to do the same,” Alexandra said.

“It has really built their confidence to perform, particularly with how much courage it takes to do it in front of others.”

The artists are proud to share their finished video, which has already been watched and celebrated by their families, friends and support networks.

“It was very rewarding for everyone involved and our artists were so proud of what they achieved.”

Bethany, one of the artists, said “my favourite part of the Bee Gees project was watching it back and feeling happy watching the dance crew do such a good job.”

The Chair Zumba project is also an example of how creative initiatives support Multicap’s mission to empower people with disability.

“The project helped our artists find purpose and grow in confidence,” said Alexandra.

Reflecting on the journey, Alexandra added “I would say to people with disability to never doubt yourself. You have every potential to achieve your goals. Advocate for yourself and keep going.”

Watch the video and get moving, Chair Zumba style!

For more information about Multicap’s COCA program, click here.