Coleen Dos Santos
Dance Trainer, Choreographer, Adjudicator
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
I am a dedicated and successful dance teacher, choreographer and adjudicator/judge with more than 30 years of experience. I am strongly self-motivated and efficient. I believe in excellence and never lose the desire to learn and improve my skills. With my knowledge of the required technique for dance and my practical teaching skills, I have guided young dancers into the dance industry. Dancers trained by myself have made successful careers as professional performers as well as owning and teaching at their own thriving dance studios. With my passion, enthusiasm and positive energy I aim to add value wherever I find myself teaching or adjudicating. I enjoy the privilege of aiding young dancers in their quest to become the best dancers and performers they can possibly become.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Choreographer
Various
- * Queen of Clubs
- * Pre-schools, Primary & High School productions
- * Corporate Year End function performances
- * Cinderella Pantomime
- * Competition and festival performances
- * Exam solo performances
- * Designed custom warm-up routines to optimize dancer preparation
- * Developed captivating stage productions for various shows
- * Enhanced dance performances choreography tailored to the dancers'' abilities and strengths.
Dance Adjudicator
Various
- • Dance Fusion
• On the Stage
• SABOD
• Free State Dance Awards
• DTMA
• Solo Champs
• Show your Talent
• Clash of the Titans
• Stars on Stage
• Legends Are Made
• Stage Quest - Maintained a professional demeanor while providing unbiased, informed judgments during competitions.
- Collaborated with fellow adjudicators to ensure accurate scoring and ranking of performers.
- Provided constructive feedback to dancers for improved technique and artistic expression.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere at competitions through respectful communication with dancers, coaches, and officials.
Dance Instructor
Self Employed
01.1992 - 11.2022
- * 30 years Modern Dance (AIDT) (also included; Jazz, Musical Theatre, Lyrical)
- * 15 years Ballet (RAD)
- * 19 years Hip Hop (AIDT)
- * 5 years Acrobatics (Acrobatic Arts)
- * Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- * Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- * Facilitated workshops for advanced dancers, refining technique and enhancing overall performance quality.
- * Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- * Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- * Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- * Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
Education
South African Body of Dance Regional Judges Exam -
Pretoria, South Africa01.2023
Teaching Certificate Acrobatic Arts - undefined
Randburg, South Africa01.2019
AIDT Hip Hop Teaching Seminar New Syllabus - undefined
Johannesburg, South Africa01.2018
Teaching Diploma Association for International Dance Teachers - undefined
Modern Dance
Johannesburg, South Africa01.2008
AIDT Hip Hop Teaching Seminar - undefined
Johannesburg, South Africa01.2005
Teaching Certificate Royal Academy of Dance - undefined
Ballet
Johannesburg, South Africa01.1996
Teaching Certificate Association for International Dance Teachers - undefined
Modern Dance
Johannesburg, South Africa01.1994
Matric/Grade 12 - undefined
Driehoek High School
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa01.1991
Skills
Proficient in Modern Dance, Ballet, Jazz,Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, Acrobatics
Choreography expertise
Dance theory knowledge
Teaching techniques
Competition experience
Group dance instruction
Performance assessment
Constructive feedback
Artistic evaluation
Dance vocabulary
Fair decision-making
Choreography analysis
Public speaking
Performance background
Costume design
Timeline
Dance Instructor
Self Employed
01.1992 - 11.2022
Teaching Certificate Acrobatic Arts - undefined
AIDT Hip Hop Teaching Seminar New Syllabus - undefined
Teaching Diploma Association for International Dance Teachers - undefined
Modern Dance
AIDT Hip Hop Teaching Seminar - undefined
Teaching Certificate Royal Academy of Dance - undefined
Ballet
Teaching Certificate Association for International Dance Teachers - undefined
Modern Dance
Matric/Grade 12 - undefined
Driehoek High School
Dance Choreographer
Various
Dance Adjudicator
Various
South African Body of Dance Regional Judges Exam -
VALUE OFFERING
I believe that my knowledge, expertise and skillset are fully transferable and my comprehensive CV demonstrates my belief that I can add ethical, innovative and proactive value to studios, dance festivals and/or competitions.
PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
- Choreography received awards at the South African Dance Art Festival
- Studio received Best Studio Awards (Jnr and Snr) at the South African Dance School Championships
- Dancers received numerous special awards in several categories at the South African Dance School Championships
- Choreography and dancers placed 3rd Nationally at the 'Dans in Jou Taal' Competition
- Choreography and dancers have qualified to compete internationally at Dance Star and Dance World Cup
- Received an award from the Golden Triangle Chamber of Commerce for outstanding achievements
PERSONAL DANCE EXPERIENCE
* Modern Dance, Ballet, Tap, Spanish, Hip Hop, Latin, Freestyle, Musical Theatre