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A 2022 CONFERENCE OF INSPIRATION, JOY & TRANSFORMATION

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Well…it’s a wrap. As we say goodbye to an incredible DTW 2022 Live, I would be remiss to first, not thank all the attendees who graciously led with their heart and souls the past few days. Every year defies expectation, but this year, in particular, felt transformative. Attendees, faculty, team members, vendors alike. The energy exuded was one of complete union, all joined to learn, laugh, grow, inspire, create and move. I am honored to have bared witness to this life-changing event.

We as dance educators recognize how special our role is in the development of children and young dancers. When we continue to learn and grow, so do our students. It’s cyclical. The learning never ends. But, when you combine that with an actual joy of learning- well, the result is powerful. Everyone at this year’s conference was ready. Ready to give, ready to receive and ready to leave recharged to start a new season.

What we don’t recognize sometimes, is that while we are often so focused on our students, we don’t make our own development priority. I think that’s one of the reasons this year was so special. It was also a form of self-care for all of us. To move, be free, to absorb, to listen and share with our peers.

I know I left changed and inspired by all of you, to begin a new season. I think I speak for the rest of the DTW Family as well. We can’t thank you enough for joining us and letting us guide you through your own transformation the past few days. We have learned so much from all of you and are so grateful you trusted us enough to give it a go. We appreciate every single one of you talented dance teachers and studio owners. You are a very, very special group of people in the world, giving students all of your energy, talent and hearts.

We wish you nothing but amazing success over the following season and can’t wait to hear the incredible updates. We know you and your students will not only be successful but absolutely thrive and inspire those around you. Enjoy every second of it!

Until next year…..

With our warmest thanks & appreciation,

Jess & The Entire DTW Family

 

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Jess Stafford

Jess Stafford

Jess Stafford is a native New Yorker and has her MA in Dance Education from NYU. She also earned a BFA in dance performance from UMASS Amherst. Following a wonderful professional dance career, Jess now teaches and choreographs nationally and internationally, bringing her love of movement and creating to all her classes. Jess’ favorite performance credits include: The National Tour of Guys & Dolls, The European Tour of Grease, West Side Story, Cabaret, Sweet Charity, Salute to Dudley Moore at Carnegie Hall, guest-dancer with the World Famous Pontani Sisters and IMPULSE Modern Dance Company. She has been on faculty for the Rutgers University Dance Department, Perichild Program at Peridance and was Company Director at Steffi Nossen School of Dance. Jess has also taught creative movement therapy in Uganda and was a featured instructor at the Queen's Kampala Dance School. She has conducted workshops for the cast of LA REVE at the Wynn, Las Vegas and has been on faculty at the IDS International Dance Teacher Conference at The Royal Ballet, MPower Summer Dance Intensives and annual Dance Teacher Web Conferences. Jess has also served as Master Teacher & adjudicator for various dance competitions. She is the Chief Editor and contributing writer for the DanceTeacherWeb.com blog and is also an original in-house Dance Teacher Web faculty member. Jess’ latest venture has called her to become a Board Certified Integrative Health Coach, 500HR RYT and RPYT. She is also the creator of her private practice, Rebel Wellness. Her latest passion project includes creating the “BE WELL” Yoga + Wellness School and Dance Studio Program, which fosters mental health & emotional wellness for today’s youth. www.rebelwellnessny.com

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