Ever since I started dancing 3 years ago, I’ve been encouraging people around me to start dancing. Just within those 3 years, I’ve experienced beautiful transformations dance has brought to people’s lives, including mine.

But not everyone knows the power of dance yet, and that’s why I want us to spread the word about the joy of dance. Dance is freedom. It’s joy. It’s life.

As dancers, no matter whether we’ve been moving since childhood or found our passion later in life, we each have a story. A reason why we dance. A moment that made us fall in love with movement. And that story has the potential to inspire someone else to take their first step to dance.

The Challenge: A Million Reasons to Dance

I’m launching a movement, and I need your help. By International Dance Day in April 2025, let’s create something incredible together—a collection of one million reasons to start dancing.

Imagine how powerful that would be! A million voices, all sharing why dance matters, why it’s transformed lives, and how it can do the same for anyone willing to give it a try.

Why This Matters

We’ve all met someone who’s convinced they “can’t dance.” Like me, they’ve grown up thinking that dance is only for the naturally gifted or that it’s something they missed out on by not starting young. But we know the truth. Dance isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection. It’s about feeling alive, expressing creativity, and finding joy in movement.

By sharing our reasons to dance, we can break down those barriers and show that anyone can experience the magic of dance, no matter their age, background, or experience.

How You Can Get Involved

This is your invitation to join the movement. Here’s how you can take part:

Share Your Story: I want to hear from you! Fill out the form below so I can send out the questions. Your reason could be anything—whether it’s the freedom it brings, the friendships you’ve made, or the joy of expressing yourself through movement.

Go Social: Post an inspiring video or write a post on your social platforms on why you dance.

1. Tag Someone: Tag another dancer, teacher, or even someone who hasn’t danced before. Ask them to share their reason and keep the momentum going.

2. Use the Hashtag: Use the hashtag #MillionDanceReasons so we can track all the amazing reasons being shared and showcase the community’s creativity.

3. Encourage Non-Dancers to Join: This isn’t just for dancers! Encourage non-dancers to share why they want to start dancing, or what they think dance could bring to their life.

Your Voice Matters

Dance is more than just a movement - it’s a language, a therapy, a release. And your story, no matter how big or small, could be the spark that inspires someone else to take their first step.

By the time International Dance Day rolls around April 2025, I want the world to see just how transformative dance can be through our million stories.

What’s Next?

Let’s start sharing now and build a wave of inspiration that reaches people who’ve never stepped foot on a dance floor. Let’s make International Dance Day 2025 a celebration not just of those who already dance, but of everyone who’s been inspired to start.

Ready to join? Let’s tell the world our reasons to dance.

Tag your friends, your family, and anyone who needs a reason to move! And don’t forget to use #MillionDanceReasons. Let’s see how far we can take this movement—together!

If you want to share your story and be featured, fill out the form below so I can send you the questions.