2020 class schedule will be readjusted in the months to come if necessary.  We stand by what God has been revealing to many:  to continue to plan even in the midst of this troublesome season even if things become more unsettling in the months ahead.

In order for Movers of Change to continue to be a beacon of light, we must put aside thoughts that come to say:  some may not return.  We are victorious even in this 2020.  I hope you feel comforted enough to know that God is in the midst and because of that, He has awesome plans for you and your family.  Our doors will always be open when you are ready to return.

We go forward trusting God even knowing that we may not get every plan "perfected."  but we will go forward because we model after our Father (God). 

Plans/Thoughts

So, here are some logistics and how we plan to follow safety guidelines and hope to make the dancers and parents comfortable with the choices we make.

We know many are concerned about covid-19.  The first thing I, Caroline Jennings, founder, wants to relay is that I made a decision that I would not allow fear to control me.  I know that covid-19 is real along with other viruses such as the flu, but God is above covid-19.  When I say this, I'm not saying that we do things carelessly.  I'm saying that I've decided that we have to focus on God and direct our thoughts, words and actions through Him otherwise fear can easily take control.  We also will take physical methods such as proper sanitation in our dance space.  Of course, if dancer has a fever, we ask that they kindly take the day off; it's not just for anyone else's benefit but whenever someone isn't feeling well, rest is always the best option.  
 
But please know that just because someone has a fever does not mean that person has covid.  That's what we have to be careful with.  I've seen people move quickly away from someone because they sneezed or coughed.  I heard children in March 2020 saying things about another child who sneezed or had a cold that wasn't either nice or definitely was laced with fear.  It causes stress and a feeling of being "contagious" to that person and brings about unhealthy emotional battles.

​We are not contagious to one another.  We were made by a smart God who knew what it would take for us to live amongst one another where germs, viruses, etc. exist. I believe like many of you that even without covid we should be taking herbs to boost our immune system because past covid, we all want to live very long, healthy lives.

Masks/Gloves

Masks -- after hearing from doctors on news, I believe what many are saying:  masks are inhibiting people's immune systems from functioning in a full capacity.  And the CDC made statements against their original thought on the validity of masks; quite confusing.   But, I also understand that there are different viewpoints and I definitely respect all parents and adult dancers on their varying views. 

Dance studios have to be as creative in this process as possible.  If a dancer feels more comfortable with a mask, he/she can wear one.  But we do know that wearing a mask during certain physical activities can be difficult and cause the dancer to find it harder to breathe while exhibiting certain movements.  With this, the dancers will be spaced out to allow the ability to breathe freely during movements.

   Gloves -- are not allowed in class because, as has been stated by medical personnel, they spread more germs.

DECLARATION

COVID-19 CAN NOT COME INTO OUR DANCE SPACE.  IT IS NOT ALLOWED.  WE STAND BY OUR KNOWING THAT DECLARING POSITIVE WORDS ALONG WITH TAKING CARE OF ONES SELF IS VITAL IN LIFE.  I CHOOSE TO STAND STRONG BY THE WORD OF GOD AND NOT BY THE CONSISTENT NEWS REPORTS THAT HAVE LOCKED PEOPLE UP WITH CONTINUOUS FEAR. SCIENTISTS/DOCTORS HAVE PROVEN THAT SPEAKING POSITIVE AND FIGHTING PAST DIFFICULTIES HAS HELPED MANY PEOPLE OVERCOME DIFFICULT PHYSICAL SITUATIONS FOR CENTURIES.  IT'S BEEN REPORTED THAT PATIENTS WHO SPOKE POSITIVELY AND FOUGHT TO GET BETTER FROM AN ILLNESS OR ACCIDENT TENDED TO BECOME WELL MORE THAN SOMEONE WHO DIDN'T.  SO, WE TAKE THE STAND WITH THE BIBLE: 

LIFE AND DEATH IS IN THE POWER OF THE TONGUE.  WE ALL HAVE SEEN WHAT FEAR HAS DONE DURING AND BEFORE COVID.  WE REFUSE TO DWELL ON THE "WHAT-IF."  THAT ONLY CAUSES STRESS TO THE MIND AND PHYSICAL BODY.  SO,...

NO DANCER OF MOVERS OF CHANGE WILL CONTRACT COVID! DO YOUR PART BY TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF PHYSICALLY AND SPEAKING "LIFE" OVER YOU EVERYDAY INSTEAD OF FEAR! ​