Programme makes dance and fitness more accessible to women
A year-long programme in Willenhall is making dance and fitness more accessible to women in the local community.
DeNa Studioz CIC, has secured funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver a year-long women’s wellbeing through dance and fitness programme.
The initiative launched on 26 October 2026 at Willenhall CHART and community centre and provides opportunities for women to improve their physical health, build confidence and connect with others through movement.
As part of the funded programme, women aged 25–50 can attend classes free of charge.
Other women and men are also welcome to participate for a suggested contribution of £3 per class, helping make the activities accessible to the wider community.
The programme offers three types of weekly activities:
- Stretching: Supporting flexibility, mobility and relaxation.
- Fitness Mix: Combining different fitness exercises to improve strength, stamina and overall fitness.
- Afro Dance: Bringing people together through energetic movement, music and cultural expression.
Nataliia Korol, co-founder of DeNa Studioz CIC, said: “We are incredibly grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our vision.
“We believe that movement is about so much more than physical exercise. It creates opportunities for people to connect, build confidence, improve their wellbeing and feel part of a community.
“Through this programme, we want to create a welcoming environment where women feel encouraged to try something new, look after themselves and enjoy being active, regardless of their fitness level or previous experience.”
