Wheelchair Dancer Wows Audiences with Strictly-Inspired Routines

In November 2025, a dance teacher from York, Fay Crockett, has been making waves on social media by adapting dance routines from the popular TV show Strictly Come Dancing to be wheelchair-friendly. Crockett, who was diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in 2017 at the age of 16, has been dancing since an early age and is now using her skills to create inclusive dance content.

Crockett started sharing her wheelchair-friendly dance videos on TikTok in 2023, and her efforts have not gone unnoticed. Her videos have attracted thousands of views, with comments pouring in from Strictly dancers themselves, expressing their admiration for her work. Crockett's goal is to inspire more wheelchair users to take up dancing and to see a wheelchair user compete in the Strictly ballroom.

The reaction to Crockett's routines has been overwhelmingly positive, and she hopes that her efforts will help to break down the barriers that often prevent people with disabilities from participating in dance. With her passion, dedication, and growing online following, Crockett is well on her way to making a significant impact on the world of inclusive dance.