Adaptive Dance Greenwich

Dance Is Art In Motion.

Adaptive Dance helps children develop movement skills, musicality, and creative expression through dance in a fun and supportive environment.

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Our Offerings

• Adaptive Dance Movement Classes

• Creative Movement Classes

• Beginner Ballet Classes

• Private Lessons: Ballet & Pointe

• Birthday Parties

• Volunteering Opportunities

Our instructors mentor high school students through hands on volunteer work as assistants in our classes.
If you are a high school student who is interested in volunteering please contact us for more information.

About Us

Our mission is to make the art of ballet and dance accessible to everyone and to bring the Adaptive Dance program to local public and private schools.

Adaptive Dance helps children develop movement skills, musicality, and creative expression through dance in a fun and supportive environment.

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Natalie Gasparini

Founder & Artistic Director

Natalie Gasparini began studying ballet locally at the age of three. Her serious training and study continued in NYC at Manhattan Youth Ballet, SLK Ballet and with summer intensives at American Ballet Theatre and Complexions. Natalie has been a top competitor at both the Youth America Grand Prix and CT Classic Ballet Competitions. Miss Gasparini graduated from SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Dance Magna Cum Laude and was a member of the Purchase Dance Company and will be dancing with Chevalier Ballet in NYC. Natalie is a James S. Barton “Emerging Artist” scholarship recipient. Certified to teach Adaptive Dance by Boston Ballet, Natalie is the Founder and Artistic Director of Adaptive Ballet and Dance located in Greenwich, CT. Natalie Gasparini is an ABT® Certified Teacher, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Intensive in Pre-Primary through Level 3 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum. Miss Gasparini is on staff at both Greenwich Dance Academy in Greenwich, CT and Logrea Dance Academy in Westchester County, NY. As well as teaching at both Greenwich Dance Academy and Logrea Dance Academy, Miss Gasparini is also the instructor and creator of the ballet program for the YWCA Greenwich.

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Ruben Andres Castillo Gomez

Hip Hop Instructor

Ruben Andres Castillo Gomez has been teaching Hip Hop since the age of 15 years old. Andres has studied at the famed Broadway Dance Center in NYC with Neil Schwartz, Sheryl Murakami and La Jon Dantzler. Andres has taught at Danza 3 studio in Mexico City, Mexico to children ages 8-16 years old. Ruben Andres has had the privilege to perform in: La Academia, The Voice (Mex), Pep Shop Boys, Hip Hop International 2012 (Winning Silver Medal), Karla Mauri, and HA ASH. Ruben Andres most recently taught Hip Hop to children at a studio in Chicago. Andres is very excited to share his expertise and love of dance with the Adaptive Dance students.



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Kim Hamilton

Program Director

Kim Hamilton holds an M.A. degree in child psychology and development from New York University. She has been working and teaching in private pre-nursery schools and individually with families for more than 30 years.



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Our Team Members

Our assistants are local high school and college students.



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Our Affliates

Adaptive Dance Greenwich is a proud partner with the American Ballet Theatre®.

Our Classes

Adaptive Dance is a ballet and movement class for children with Down Syndrome and other cognitive and physical disabilities. Classes range in age from 4-17 years old. The class is tailored to improve coordination, develop musicality, foster social skills, while building confidence through movement and music in a supportive environment. During the hour long class, students work on a variety of activities including- warm-up exercises, ballet exercises at the barre, musical activities, movement games, dance phrases, choreography, and individual and group free dance expression. There is an end of the year showcase presented in costume for parents and guests.

Adaptive Ballet and Dance is proud to include the AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE® National Training Curriculum, a breakthrough 9 level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development. The ABT® National Training Curriculum consists of a comprehensive set of age-appropriate, outcome-based guidelines to provide the highest quality ballet training to dance students of all ages and skill levels. Pre-Primary through Level 3 will be taught by ABT® Certified Teacher, Natalie Gasparini, who has successfully completed the ABT® Teacher Training Program in Pre-Primary through Level 3 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum.

  • Pre-Ballet Class (Traditional Ballet class for non adaptive students ages 5-6 years old)

    4:00PM-4:45PM
    Thursdays at the YWCA Greenwich


  • Beginner Ballet Class (Traditional Ballet class for non adaptive students ages 7-9 years old)

    4:45PM-5:45PM
    Thursdays at the YWCA Greenwich


  • Adaptive Dance Class (ages 8-18 years old)

    5:45PM-6:45PM
    Thursdays at the YWCA Greenwich

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View our latest photos and videos. Photo credit to Erin Borzellino Verv Photography

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"Natalie, you are the most amazing role model for our kids. Your dedication is amazing. Rosie has loved every moment and so have I. A place that offers freedom of expression for our kids as well as teaching them a discipline plus they get to exercise without any effort or persuasion. A safe space to meet, chat and compare notes with other mothers who understand. I cannot thank you enough for all that you do. Kim, your never ending support has been greatly appreciated over the years."




“My daughter Grace has been a part of Adaptive Dance Greenwich for five years. In that time I have watched her blossom into a confident young lady. Thanks to Natalie and her desire to teach each student from the heart, Grace has grown in her dance skills and self confidence. So much so, that she has performed in several musical productions in our town. An added benefit to this program are the many friends Grace and I have met. The other students are encouraging and cheer each other on! Natalie is an amazing instructor and role model for her students. She has a passion for dance and specifically for Adaptive dance! We are grateful for this wonderful program!”




“My daughter has been taking classes here for several years. Natalie has developed a very special program where the girls are treated like real ballerinas while allowing them to be their unique selves. It’s programs like these that allow our children to live their best childhoods and follow their dreams. I highly recommend Adaptive Dance Greenwich for anyone with a special dancer in their life.”




“We are so grateful to Adaptive Dance Greenwich. Thanks to this amazing organization and instructors, both our daughters - one with Down syndrome and one just a huge fan - love going to ballet week after week.”




“Adaptive ballet for Kamilah is a routine. Saturday's ballet is special day it helps her focus and have discipline. Adaptive Dance also helps our daughter, Angela, in her second year in ballet, with her for ADHD.”




“My daughter has been a student with Adaptive Dance Greenwich since September 2019. EV has low muscle tone and a Chiari malformation (which impacts her gross motor ability). Beforehand, I was hesitant to sign her up for any dance. She’s enjoyed Adaptive Dance from Day 1. Natalie, Kim and the other teachers are so wonderful!”




“My daughter, Nancy, who has always been interested in dance and especially Ballet, has been blessed to be a class member of Adaptive Dance of Greenwich. My experience in finding her a ballet class, which was appropriate for her age and ability, started a few years back. As the years go by and the classes get larger and more diverse in age groups, it is no wonder that the children are so happy being a part of this class. We, as a family, would like to acknowledge and commend all of the young teachers who have and continue to provide this tremendous and selfless service to the Special needs community! It has been a Gift given freely to our children out of love of Dance and True Friendship.... We Thank you, Natalie and friends from the bottom of our hearts on behalf of our daughter who never wants to miss a Ballet class with her amazing Teachers and Friends!”

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Email Us:
adaptivedancegreenwich@gmail.com