About Us
OUR VISION
To improve physical health, enhance mental wellbeing, and reduce social isolation throughout Orkney — by removing barriers to accessible fitness and creating vibrant, supportive community spaces.
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STRENGHTHEN RURAL COMMUNTIES
We deliver high-quality fitness and dance programmes right where people live, using local community halls and online access to ensure even remote and island residents can participate. Our mobile model brings movement to the heart of Orkney’s villages, fostering connection and local pride.
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REDUCE SOCIAL ISOLATION
Classes are intentionally social — encouraging conversation, community building, and meaningful connection. Many participants stay after sessions for our community cafés and group social activities, helping to break cycles of loneliness and enhance wellbeing for older adults and others at risk of isolation.
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TACKLE INACTIVITY
RURALLY
From gentle functional fitness and Parkinson’s-specific classes to high-energy dance and children’s movement sessions, ODAF empowers people of all ages and abilities to be active. We also offer hybrid online and face-to-face delivery so that participants can stay active at home or in community spaces.
Who We Support
Our programmes benefit a wide range of community members, including:
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Older adults seeking strength, balance, and social engagement
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People living with neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s
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Families and children through joyful dance and movement
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Residents of rural and island communities with limited access to fitness services
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Anyone looking for a fun, supportive way to be active and meet others
Who we are
Orkney Dance & Fitness Ltd is a registered social enterprise dedicated to bringing accessible, inclusive, and joyful movement to people across Orkney’s rural and island communities. We believe that fitness should be fun, sociable, and empowering — and that everyone deserves the opportunity to move, connect, and thrive, regardless of age, ability, or location
What We Do
Today, ODAF runs weekly classes, specialised programmes, community pop-ups, social cafés, one-to-ones, party bookings, and online sessions that bring people together in safe, joyful, and welcoming environments. Our flexible pricing, subsidised places, and memberships ensure no one is excluded due to cost
Our Impact
Since our launch, we’ve grown from a one-person project to a community-led team of instructors and volunteers with a shared passion for health and inclusivity.
Our classes support physical strength, boost confidence, and give participants a sense of belonging — often translating into better overall health and reduced pressure on health services.
We’re proud that our work has not only improved individual wellbeing but strengthened community bonds across Orkney.
Get in touch
If you’d like to support Orkney Dance & Fitness, make a donation, explore sponsorship, or learn more about how our work strengthens health and wellbeing across Orkney, we’d love to hear from you.
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Whether you’re an individual, local business, funder or organisation, your support helps us continue delivering inclusive, community-led movement opportunities where they’re needed most.
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Some people also choose to support our work through donations, helping us keep classes accessible and inclusive across Orkney’s communities.
Get in touch to start the conversation.
