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Candace Williams, OTR/L
Owner/Director and Lead Instructor, Spirit Rising
Candace is a native of Eastern Pennsylvania and the youngest of three siblings. Her earliest ventures into dance included opportunities to study and perform at renowned institutions such as Philadanco, Princeton Ballet School/American Repertory Ballet, and The Ailey School. She is the recipient of the 2008 ACDA/Dance Magazine Outstanding Performer Award, and has received critical acclaim from local and national media outlets for her work with dozens of choreographers over the span of her artistic career. Candace holds a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education from New Mexico State University and completed her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from Gwynedd Mercy University. She is a recipient of the 2024 Dance for PD® Stanley J. Wertheimer Fellowship and has taught adaptive dance for children and adults living with motor and neurological conditions.
Testimonials
John B., Dance for Parkinson's Class Participant
"I have forged a wonderful bond with Candace, who has been a bright light of hope and inspiration. Her solid professionalism, care, and concern for the class members is a beacon. She indeed has a winning communicative ability as a teacher and thus tailors her instruction so everyone is active and participatory. Candace has helped to keep my eyes on the prize of health and well being via the transformative power of music and dance. I would wholeheartedly recommend her as a dance instructor. She is a veritable treasure."
Bonnie S., Dance for Parkinson's Participant
"Candace makes everyone feel cared for, and always knows the right thing to say to make us feel welcome. It feels like a community with the understanding that everyone has issues. She knows just what to to do to help us and make our classes fun!"
