

Joy
- Rate TSh 131,750
- Response 1h
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Students10
Number of students Joy has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Joy has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

TSh 131,750/hr
1st lesson free
- Dance
- Ballet
Experienced tutor in Dance in Penn Wynne, Joy offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Dance
- Ballet
Lesson location
Recommended
Joy is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Joy
My methodology is sound as I teach with sound kinesiological principles (dance science medicine background = injury prevention) in addition to teaching with heart and artistry. I offer a lot of feedback and my dancers, at all levels, make great progress both physically and mentally and spiritually when they study with me. To put it in a nutshell, we have fun while working hard to attain skills that dance requires.
I enjoy seeing the progress of each and every individual and the sense of connectedness they have with their bodies and life and each other when we are in a group class situation.
I started in a university setting as a teaching assistant and from there I taught full time as a university dance teacher. I also taught in professional ballet schools in addition to private dance centers. I then taught at a Creative & Performing Arts High School and continue to teach full time at the high school level, adjunct at local universities, and teach privately for those who wish to progress in the artform.
I have studied ballet, modern, jazz, choreography, music, visual art my whole life. My degrees are all related to dance. Undergraduate (BA) is in Dance, my M.F.A. is in Dance Performance and Choreography, and my Ph.D. is in Dance Education. I present and attend dance conferences and workshops all over the world and continue to not only teach dance to all ages but continue to take classes myself.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I customize my classes to meet the needs/levels/issues of those enrolled. I give new students movement to work on that is appropriate to their limitations or experience. Sometimes students take a few private lessons to learn the basics so that they feel 'at home' in the group classes and iron out individual 'issues' so that they know how to solve their personal goals. If privates aren't possible, this happens in good time during the group lessons. Everyone's safety and happiness is my goal.
I have taught creative movement to 3-6 year olds, modern dance and ballet to 7- 75 year olds. I have taught dance to beginners all the way through to professionals in the field. I truly love all ages and all levels. If you are interested in having a dance choreographed for you for any reason (group or solo) or just want to be healthier in mind/body/spirit, I am happy to work with you.
It is important to find a teacher that truly cares about you and your progress and is aware of your objectives and is respectful. You are seeking someone who knows and can articulate sound movement principles and can help you achieve learning without injury. It is also important to dance in a safe space. The floor should be a sprung floor so that when you jump your spine and legs absorb the shock safely. The space should be clean and unimpeded (as much as possible).
I wouldn't even know where to begin - I am a 'love the thing you are doing' - I try to see the positive in our daily 'events.' I just saw BalletX perform at the Mann Saturday night - feeling the energy of the dancers and the audience coupled with the breeze blowing through - a magical night.
A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
1. What are your strengths as a teacher of ballet? (or modern, etc.)
2. Do you provide regular feedback to your students?
3. Do you subscribe to a particular codified technique?
4. How do you accommodate students who have physical limitations?
5. What is your attendance policy?
6. What kind of floor do you teach on?
7. How large is the space?
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Joy is a wonderful instructor and a gifted choreographer. She challenges her students while still recognizing each person’s individual experience level and needs. She is empathic and energetic and fun to follow. She has wonderful tips for maintaining form in the medium.
- She is great at balancing multiple levels in a class and making adjustments for anyone who needs an easier or more challenging combination.
- The combinations are so creative! I had taken several ballet classes in the past, and many of them became predictable. Joy always keeps it fresh.
- The ability to take class over Zoom is a great opportunity for me - it allows flexibility and safety. Joy is able to give great corrections and explanations even though we are not in-person.
Joy Friedlander is an excellent teacher. She has an amazing background in the field of dance and dance medicine. I have been taking her virtual ballet the last month and have noticed how her corrections have not only helped my ballet technique, but also in my everyday movements. I have better balance, and coordination which is very helpful when you are 79 years old. She is very patient and gives a ballet barre that is not too complicated, so that you feel successful and can have fun doing the movements. Her classes can be adapted to almost any level, since she suggests how to make it easier or more difficult depending upon the students level.
I totally recommend her classes,
Rita Marks Penrod, Long Beach, California
I've had the pleasure of learning from Dr. Friedlander for the past 4-5 years, both in person and virtually! She's helped me grow so much and I love our classes together. Dr. Friedlander is both an incredible dancer and teachers. She understands the anatomy of the human body very well and is committed to the pedagogy of dance education. Joy also lives true to her name - she is a beacon of light and a wonderful person.
She’s very thorough, knowledgeable, and the perfect balance between critic and encouragement!
Joy is a great teacher! She has a wealth of experience that she happily shares with her students. She tailors her classes to best fit each student. Her classes have a great flow within each session and a nice progression over time too!
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Rates
Rate
- TSh 131,750
Pack prices
- 5h: TSh 655
- 10h: TSh 1310
free lessons
The first free lesson with Joy will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- TSh131,750/h
Details
I have been charging the same fees for my classes since living in this area (34 years). It is on par with most ballet and modern classes in the area and lower than fitness center oriented kinds of classes!
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