Genevieve Shultz
London
Summary
Versatile and passionate dance and Pilates instructor with extensive experience in choreography, movement instruction, and fostering creativity across a range of styles including ballet, contemporary, and modern dance. Adept at working with diverse student populations, from beginners to seasoned dancers, in both private and group settings. Known for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that prioritize emotional connection, individual artistry, and a healthy, anatomically informed approach to movement. Proven ability to develop personalized teaching methods and cultivate long-lasting relationships with clients. Highly skilled at blending technical training with creativity and humor to inspire and challenge students.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Pilates Instructor
111 Pilates
05.2023 - Current
- Acquired my certification in reformer pilates through STOTT Pilates
- Currently instruct reformer and mat pilates in group and private sessions full time
- Bolstered class attendance rates by cultivating a teaching style that emphasizes fluidity, personalized attention to detail, and an engaging atmosphere that encourages connection and enjoyment.
- Developed a descriptive vocabulary of imagery to help clients connect with how to move.
Ballet Instructor
Ballet Body Sculpture
12.2022 - Current
- Facilitated ballet classes for adults of varying experience levels, from beginners to advanced dancers, introducing new exercises at the barre, center, and during traveling series each week.
- Introduced an opportunity to implement my teaching philosophy for ballet—one that emphasizes that ballet should celebrate the body rather than restrict it. I advocate for a healthy approach to the body’s anatomy.
Dance Instructor and Choreographer
Jigsaw Performing Arts
12.2022 - Current
- Led dance instruction in musical theater and created original choreography each semester at the Jigsaw Performing Arts Dance program.
- Collaborated with the acting and singing directors for the larger productions.
- Currently facilitate the weekly Jigsaw Adults class, where participants explore contemporary dance and engage with my original choreography, which encompasses a diverse range of styles, including folk, commercial, musical theater, jazz, and contemporary.
Dance Instructor
Independent Freelance Classes
10.2019 - Current
- Facilitated classes that seamlessly blend contemporary dance with social dance, welcoming a diverse group of participants, including experienced adults and beginners, as well as skilled student actors.
- Developed an accessible 'follow-along' teaching style, influenced by various historical social dance forms, emphasizing the celebration of groove while remaining grounded in the rhythm of the music.
Dance and Fitness Instructor
The Factory Dance Centre
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Designed and led a diverse range of dance and fitness classes for adults, catering to varying experience levels in styles such as ballet, contemporary, modern, commercial dance, and Pilates mat.
- Created original choreography repertoire for each class to enhance students' ability to swiftly learn and adapt to new movements
Dance Instructor
Dance & Arts
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Led ballet and modern dance to children in schools across London, incorporating various styles, such as salsa, into the modern classes to enrich their learning experience.
- Developed instructional strategies for teaching children with no prior dance experience, enhancing my patience and ability to break down movements effectively.
Dance Instructor and Choreographer
Westmoreland Ballet Company
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Regularly instructed ballet, modern, and contemporary technique classes as well as composition workshops to students.
- Stressed the importance of continuously refining technique while preserving the joy of dance, allowing older students to uncover their artistry.
- Commissioned an original work on the students and directed a filmed version of the piece
Education
Reformer Pilates Certification -
STOTT Pilates
London06-2024
Master of Arts - Choreography
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music And Dance
London12.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Composition Concentration
Purchase College, SUNY
New York05.2021
Pilates Instructor Training Certificate -
Art & Science of Contrology
Purchase NY05.2021
Skills
- Adaptive Teaching Strategies
- Narrative-Driven Choreography
- Injury Prevention Techniques
- Personalized Movement Coaching
- Anatomical Awareness & Alignment
- Creative Use of Imagery & Language
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Client Relationship Building
- Class & Program Development
- Engaging & Inclusive Learning Environment
- Ballet, Contemporary, Modern, and Pilates Instruction
Choreography
- Creature Feature, Carnegie Stage, 2018, Pittsburgh, PA
- Wes, 2019, Purchase, NY
- I Zimbra, 2020, Purchase, NY
- Relay, Motion State Dance Film Festival, 2020, Rhode Island
- Mmm, Senior Project Piece, 2021
- Closer?, Masters Thesis Performance, 2022, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Dance, Bonnie Bird Theater, London
Training
- Trinity Laban Conservatory Summer Intensive, 2019, Choreographers: Hofesh Schecter.
- Henny Jurriens Summer Intensive, 2018, Choreographers: Crystal Pite, Jiri Kylian, and Gaga.
- Alvin Ailey Sr. Division and Jr. Division Intensive, 2014 & 2016
- Martha Graham Summer Intensive, 2015
Performance Experience
- A La Portugaise, Music Video, London UK
- Dazzle: A Reassembly of Bodies, Ruth Gibson, Virtual Production Test Stage, Spring 2022, Guilford, UK
- On the Road to..., Celia Rowlson-Hall, Dance Theatre Lab, Spring 2021, Purchase, NY
- Multiples, Rosalind Neuman, Purchase Dance Company, Spring 2018, Dance Theatre Lab, Purchase, NY
- Dislocating Myself, Meagan Ahern, Fall 2019, Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, New York, NY
- Texture Contemporary Ballet WIP, Genevieve Shultz, Fall 2018, Carnegie Stage, Pittsburgh, PA
Timeline
Certified Pilates Instructor
111 Pilates
05.2023 - Current
Dance and Fitness Instructor
The Factory Dance Centre
04.2023 - 09.2023
Dance Instructor
Dance & Arts
01.2023 - 04.2023
Ballet Instructor
Ballet Body Sculpture
12.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor and Choreographer
Jigsaw Performing Arts
12.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Independent Freelance Classes
10.2019 - Current
Dance Instructor and Choreographer
Westmoreland Ballet Company
10.2019 - 01.2021
Reformer Pilates Certification -
STOTT Pilates
Master of Arts - Choreography
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music And Dance
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Composition Concentration
Purchase College, SUNY
Pilates Instructor Training Certificate -
Art & Science of Contrology
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