From as early as I can remember I wanted to move. I felt a connection to music and energy through the floor that I couldn’t explain. When I look back on the things that shaped me, dance has been a constant. Through dance I found a voice and a method of expression that I couldn’t recreate
Read MoreAs I grow in my role as an instructor and choreographer, I have reflected on my dance journey and the people who influenced me through teaching. Most of my free time growing up was spent in the dance studio under the instruction of Jennifer Picart Branner, or as I know her, Ms. Jen. When I consider the kind of teacher I am today and the teacher I hope to be, I often draw from my experiences as a student. Under the instruction of Ms. Jen, I felt a sense of accountability and support that allowed me to develop self-discipline positively. Through the intentional teaching methods modeled for me growing up, I grew as a dancer and a person. I attempt to inspire my classroom in the same way I felt inspired as a young dancer through modeling the importance of self-worth and resilience while creating a positive learning environment.
Read MoreIf you would have told Ethan Rome before college that he would have a career in dance, he likely would have been a bit confused. What started as dabbling in his college’s breakdancing club has become an integral part of the dancer, choreographer, and DWC Director of Marketing’s life. From performing around the world to co-founding his own dance companies to overseeing Dancewear Center’s image, Ethan has acquired rich experience in the dance industry and plays a crucial role on the DWC team. Read on to learn more about how he got here.
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