About us

We believe that dance is a powerful
universal tool for self-expression
and supports a holistic approach
to well-being.

DANCE WITH US

Photo Cassandre Boyer

R.A.A.F. danst

About Us

We believe that dance is a powerful
universal tool for self-expression
and supports a holistic approach
to well-being.

About Us

We believe that dance is a powerful universal tool for self-expression and supports a holistic approach to well-being.

DANCE WITH US

Photo Cassandre Boyer

Who We Are

We are Annemarie and Bryndís, makers, dancers, and connectors. Our journey began as young dance students and grew into a collaboration driven by one mission: to use the power of dance for wellbeing, healing, and connection.

Dance took us around the world, to grand stages and intimate studios, but above all closer to people. We discovered how the body, even in vulnerability, remains a source of wisdom and creativity. Especially in times of crisis or loss, dance can create space, soften, and connect.

Over the years, we each deepened our work in complementary disciplines; from coaching and communication to photography and care. Again and again we discovered how dance, as a living art form, touches people at their essence: young and old, people with chronic and neurodegenerative conditions, and young adults living with or after cancer.

R.A.A.F. danst emerged from these experiences and was also inspired by Floor, founder of the F|Fort Foundation, and her wish to dance with cancer, especially when you trust your body the least. Our name is a tribute to her:
R.A.A.F. stands for Roots, Authenticity, Agape (love), Freedom.

Foundation

We are a non-profit foundation. The foundation aims to promote personal growth, creativity, and wellbeing through dance. The foundation focuses on developing initiatives that have a positive impact on people’s wellbeing and health. We are registered with the Dutch Chamber of Commerce under number 96903538.

ANBI-status

R.A.A.F. danst Foundation is recognized as a Public Benefit Organisation (ANBI). View our policy plan, annual reports, and financial accountability on our ANBI page.

Donations and gifts to R.A.A.F. danst are tax-deductible thanks to our ANBI status and are exempt from gift and inheritance tax, meaning your contribution fully supports our work. Our RSIN/fiscal number is: 8644.16.593.

We are

Master Coach | Behaviour Analyst MSc | Movement Facilitator

Annemarie Labinjo-van der Meulen combines her 17-year dance career, including 15 years with Scapino Ballet Rotterdam, with expertise in communication, coaching, and movement. She uses dance to improve the wellbeing of young people, older adults, people with neurological conditions, and young adults living with and beyond cancer.

Her innovative programmes stimulate physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing and create a positive impact within the healthcare and arts sectors. She does this both nationally and internationally. With dance, creativity, and love at the core, she helps people rediscover their strength and joy for life.

After graduating from ArtEZ in 1997, Bryndís worked as a professional dancer for 23 years, including 18 years with Scapino Ballet Rotterdam. In her search for further creative development, she obtained a bachelor’s degree in photography from the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague.

In the summer of 2024, Bryndís followed the programme Dance in Cancer Care at Middlesex University in London. Since then, she has been actively involved in various art projects, in which she powerfully combines her skills as a performer and maker/artist. A central theme in her work—whether in dance or photography—is the search for connection, both with the body and with others.

Board of Directors

Chair

Betty is a freelance programmer, grant advisor, and business manager in the theatre sector. Her passion lies in dance and the ways it can be applied in society. For her master's in dance studies, she wrote a thesis on dance classes for people with Parkinson’s. During this research, she met Annemarie Labinjo, who taught these classes.

Betty believes in the mission of Annemarie and Bryndís and is committed, through Stichting R.A.A.F., to building an inclusive and inspiring society where the healing power of dance is accessible to everyone.

Secretary

Kim Pot is a marketing communications advisor at Info Support, where she specializes in artificial intelligence (AI). She writes, speaks, and trains on AI for a variety of organizations. Her first book, Work Hand in Hand with AI, was recently published.

At the age of 30, Kim was diagnosed with cervical cancer. Drawing from her experience, she founded the platform Closemetjedoos.nl, aiming to break the silence around HPV. She became involved in a project by the F|Fort Foundation and Scapino Ballet Rotterdam, where she discovered the healing power of dance—a liberating experience for someone who had spent most of her life in her head.
As an AYA (Adolescent and Young Adult with and beyond cancer), Kim is grateful to contribute through Stichting R.A.A.F. danst, inspiring others and making the power of dance and connection visible.

Treasurer

After an international dance career of thirteen years, Teun has taken a new path as a fundraiser. His strong connection to the cultural sector—and particularly to dance—motivates him to contribute in different ways within the field. He serves in supervisory roles and is involved with various boards.

For Teun, it is important to make a lasting impact in a sector he holds dear. That is why he is happy to contribute to R.A.A.F. danst, a foundation that makes the art form of dance accessible to a wide audience.

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Master Coach | Behaviour Analyst MSc | Movement Facilitator

Board of Directors

Chair

Secretary

Treasurer

R.A.A.F. danst ©2026

R.A.A.F. danst ©2026