
About Stuart Waters
Stuart is a pioneering dance artist, activist and educator.
His coaching and training has grown out of his compelling professional and personal experiences, creative practice and activism – giving what he offers clarity and resonance.
As a fearless dance-maker for over 20 years, his critically-acclaimed autobiographical work has drawn on his experience as a neurodivergent, queer man living with mental health access needs.
His activism is rooted in his lived experiences of marginalisation, seeking to increase opportunities for others. The collaborative nature of how he works with people is empowering, and underpins his overall approach.
Stuart is currently developing a number of dance projects. In addition, he advocates for diversity, mental health and emotional safety in the arts and cultural sector, alongside delivering training, workshops and public speaking.
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Relevant qualifications
2023 – 2025
Level 7 Diploma for Executive and Senior Level Coaching and Mentoring with In Good Company – course accredited by ILM, ICF AC and EMCC
2024
Intimacy on Set, Ita O’Brian
2022
CLORE Leadership: Inclusive Cultures programme
2022
Introduction to Co-active Coaching, Co-active Training Institute
2021
Relational Dynamics, Deborah Barnard and Holly Davey
2021
Introduction to Transactional Analysis, Conexus Institute
2020
Human Givens: Depression, addiction, guided imagery, phobias, trauma and anxiety