MICKYLE JOSHUA J

Jingles & Jazz | Rhythmic Arts Academy | FootworX Dance Centre | Michelle Pope Studio of Dance

• Trained with these studios and took multiple workshops in my early years of dance.
• Jingles & Jazz gave my first opportunity to choreograph. After that I started hosting my own classes, which gave me the passion to want too be a choreographer. The ability to help others grow, while still being able to better yourself is what I love.
• Worked with these studios designing & choreographing dance routines for individual; partner and ensemble performances. Including on & off stage work, as well as competition routines.
• Contributed to the success of diverse productions by helping kids master multiple dance styles including hip hop, open style, jazz funk, locking and contemporary.

• Between 2016-2020. Attended and taught different workshops & open classes, to further better my own and other students craft.
• Contributed to the success of diverse productions and competitions for P.D.S.
• Choreographed dance routines appropriate for age group and skill level for hip hop, open style, Afro and jazz funk classes.
• Designed & choreographed dance routines for individual; partner and ensemble competition routines.

B2D Studio | Marlene School of Dance | LMRI Academy of Dance | G2 Movement | Elevation Dance Company

2018 - 2024

• Started teaching part-time for B2D. Providing open classes and workshops.
• Designing & choreographing dance routines for individual; partner and ensemble performances. Including on & off stage work, as well as competition routines.
• Joined Elevation Dance Company to continue growing my craft. Started choreographing performance and competition routines for Elevation later in the year. Competed at World Of Dance S.A, walked away with 1st place & the best choreography award in CPT. Have had numerous performances at Cape Towns Most Wanted (CTMW) as well as performing alongside Youngsta Cpt at the Grandwest ‘Top Stars’ 2018 event. Plus multiple Expresso morning show performances alongside PrinceKaybee & Majozi.
• Continued teaching & training with both studios part time till March 2024.

2019

• Began teaching at LMRI Academy of Dance and Marlene School of Dance.
• Trained 4 competition teams (Junior – Adult); 2 kiddies’ classes; 2 ladies class & open classes every Friday.
• Competed at numerous events/competitions.
• Contributed to the success of diverse productions by helping kids master multiple dance styles including hip hop, open style, jazz funk, locking and contemporary.

2020 - 2021

• Started teaching online due to COVID-19 and had a separate day job.

2022

• Began teaching at G2 Movement.
• Trained 3 competition teams (Junior-Adult); 1 ladies class & 2 open classes every Friday/Saturday.
• Designing & choreographing dance routines for individual; partner and ensemble performances. Including on & off stage work, as well as competition routines.

Took on a day job for a family member during COVID-19.

• Supported lead mechanic in completing large-scale projects such as engine rebuilds or transmission/gearbox replacements.
• Collaborated with fellow mechanics to complete challenging repairs, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing among staff.
• Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.

• Opened up a sports academy, there was/is a need for it in Table View & Blouberg. My academy is open to all ages, but we mainly focus on kids who suffer with social anxiety or ADHD.
• We provide a ‘Big Brother’ system in order to help them cope, so that they may be able to play in school teams or clubs, without worry.
• Created opportunities for players to develop leadership skills through team captain roles or mentoring younger teammates.
• Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
• Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
• Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete's learning style, to maximize potential improvement.
• Implemented injury prevention strategies to minimize risk of harm during practices and games.
• Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.

Started at Tyson for a day job, while still teaching dance classes in the evening.

• Established credibility as a reliable source of product knowledge by staying up-to-date on industry developments and competitor offerings.
• Contributed to team success by regularly attending meetings, hunting down listings on the local market and supporting colleagues when needed.
• Spoke with clients and assisted them in sales advice multiple times when my agent needed.
• Learned and implemented consultative selling skills to identify opportunities, overcome objections and close sales.
• Located and targeted potential customers with successful cold-calling techniques.