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Heidi
| Dancing: |
since 1994 |
| Training: |
Northwest Ariel -- Totem Lake, WA
Wendy’s School of Dance – Bothell, WA
Turning Pointe – Woodinville, WA |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
Since September of 2005 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I teach because the students bring so much joy to my life as
we can come together doing something we love, for the God that we love.” |
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Sarah
| Dancing: |
since 1989 |
| Training: |
Metropolitan Ballet – Wichita, KS
Peninsula Dance Theater – Bremerton, WA
Summer Dance Lab – Walla Walla, WA
Regional Dance America |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since January 2004 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I teach because the students bring so much joy to my life as
we can come together doing something we love, for the God that we love.” |
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Katie
| Dancing: |
since age 5 |
| Training: |
Marysville Performing Arts Centre – Marysville, WA
NBT, Western Washington University |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since February of 2008 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I love being a part of such a focused group
of people who are committed to using their talents to praise God!" |
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Danielle
| Dancing: |
for over 20 years |
| Training: |
The Dance Studio - Bellingham, WA
Fusions Dance Company – Seattle, WA |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since September of 2005 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I love dancing, sharing that gift, and seeing
students learn. To be able to dance for Jesus is a fabulous thing.” |
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Allison
| Dancing: |
since age 5 |
| Training: |
Kent Parks - Kent, WA
British Dancing Academy – Kent, WA
South Side Dance Force - Kent, WA
Starmakers - Austin, TX |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since September 2008 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“This dance studio is the place I can do my
favorite thing, glorify God with freedom, share with others my
passion for dance, and receive positive encouragement.” |
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Emily
| Dancing: |
since age 5 |
| Training: |
The Dance Gallery – Port Orchard, WA
Western Washington University – Bellingham, WA
Dance major with an emphasis in Choreography |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since September 2007 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I love teaching here because of all the
wonderful students and staff. Dancing is pretty sweet, too.” |
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Maluhia
| Dancing: |
since age 4 |
| Training: |
Sally Howarth School of Dance – Kailua, HI
The Morca Dance Academy – Bellingham, WA
Richmond Academy – Richmond, B. C., Canada
Fusion Dance Company—Seattle, WA
Oklahoma City University – Oklahoma, OK |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
Pioneered the program in September 1998 under the
auspices of The Art Centre at Hillcrest Chapel |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“This is a dream coming true: a non-competitive
place in the dance world with a safe environment that fosters fun,
joy, community, quality dance instruction, and gratitude to the Lord
of the dance. Thanks to students, staff, and families for being a
part of it all!” |
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Amanda
| Dancing: |
since age 3 |
| Training: |
The Studio – Issaquah, WA
Northern Dance Theatre – Colville, WA
Western Washington University – Bellingham, WA
Dance major |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since January 2008 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I enjoy the purpose, the exuberance, and
the originality that are a part of Dancing for Joy.” |
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Coral
| Dancing: |
since 2006 |
| Training: |
Northwest University, Kirkland, WA
Elementary Education Major teaching Certificate
Dancing for Joy |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since January 2009 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
"I love Dancing for Joy! The students are all sweet
and eager to dance, and one could not find a better staff work environment.
It is wonderful to see the students' progress as they master new steps--the
looks on their faces, as they learn and grow, are priceless." |
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Bryn
| Dancing: |
since 1993 |
| Training: |
Ferndale Color Guard--Ferndale, WA
Ferndale Dance Company--Ferndale, WA
Dancing for Joy--Bellingham, WA |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since December 2009 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
"I love teaching at Dancing for Joy because
it is such a fun and positive place. The staff are great,
the families are great, and the kids are great." |
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Stacey
| Dancing: |
since 1985 |
| Training: |
Schell Dance Studio - Vancouver WA
Groove Nation Hip Hop Dance Academy - Vancouver WA
Arthur Murray Dance - Vancouver WA |
| Teaching at DFJ: |
since August 2009 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
"I feel honored and privileged to be a part of
a dance studio where all the staff exude God's love and are full
of authenticity. I love to see that the students are positive,
eager to learn and dance with excellence." |
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Krysta
| Position: |
Office Manager |
| Training: |
Officer Manager at Evergreen Christian School for ten years |
| Working at DFJ: |
since January of 2007 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“I am learning a lot about the dance world and
love being a part of something that makes people so happy!” |
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Adrianna
| Position: |
Bookkeeper |
| Training: |
Western Washington University – Bellingham, WA
Art and Design major |
| Working at DFJ: |
since October of 2008 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“Because the arts have enriched my life, I have
enjoyed working at Dancing for Joy and seeing the arts enrich our
community as well.” |
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Kurt
| Position: |
Co-Owner/Executive Director |
| Training: |
Seattle Pacific University – Seattle, WA
Physical Education & Health Major
Teaching Certificate |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
“It is wonderful to see what DFJ means to the
community of people involved with it. Providing a fun, safe
environment for all ages of people to explore movement, art,
and expression.” |
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Stephanie
| Position: |
Administrative Assistant/Barista |
| Training: |
Western Washington University--Bellingham, WA
Sociology and Social Studies |
| Working at DFJ: |
since May 2009 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
"It has been so fun to be a part of this
community and experience real dancing for joy!" |
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Anna
| Position: |
Administrative Assistant/Barista |
| Training: |
Western Washington University
BA in Communication
Event Coordinator, haggen Corporate Marketing
Development Assistant, Arthritis Foundation |
| Working at DFJ: |
since November 2009 |
| Blessings at DFJ: |
"I have seen how dancing at DFJ can allow even a
little 3-year-old girl to feel important and special. I appreciate
working for a company that embraces all dancers no matter what
their ability and allows them to shine. :)" |
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