CURRENT CLASSES:

• Monday 11:30 am-1 pm Int Jazz
• Wednesday 11:30 am-1 pm Int Jazz
• Saturday 4:30-6 pm Adv Beg Jazz
• Sunday 4:30-6 pm Adv Beg Jazz

A choreographer and teacher, Ginger’s multifaceted dance career has taken her all over the world. She's choreographed for film, Industrials stage and sports. Her unique choreographic style takes movement out of the box and pushes past a conventional dance vocabulary. Ginger choreographed for NIKE SHOX and was one of 10 chosen to present work in the Elan Awards, honoring Mr. Lar Lubavich. She choreographed for the Independent film 'Reflections', the NJ Nets Dancers, Dancers Responding to Aids (DRA) Remember Projects, In The Fryin’ Pan, and the Puffin Room in NYC.

As the Artistic Director of LiNK contemporary jazz dance co., Ginger’s mission is to break down the barriers between traditional, commercial and contemporary jazz dance by presenting a repertoire of jazz dance without borders. LiNK has performed in the International Dance festival, WaxWorks, Built on Stilts in Massachusetts, the Monterey Dance Festival in California, Jennifer Muller’s HATCH, Spoke the Hub, Evon Arts Concert, DRA Concert, the Uptown Performance Series, Igal Perry’s Peridance, and evening of work at The FAR space.

On faculty at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Ginger has taught internationally in Europe, Latin America and Japan and has been described as an “innovative/ inspiring teacher.” Her dynamic teaching style and diverse range of choreography makes her a sought after teacher.   Ginger holds a BFA, in Dance, from Temple University and has taught with the Alvin Ailey Arts/Education Program, the Rock School, Dance Masters of America, conventions, teachers workshops, and private studios throughout the States. In addition to teaching dance for over a decade, Ginger is a Certified personal trainer, has contributed for articles in Dance Teacher Magazine, Dance Spirit Magazine and was featured in Australia’s 'Dance Train' Magazine.

My class is a forum of physical and creative exploration. With a background in anatomy and kinesiology, I apply this knowledge when structuring my warm up and all exercises. Dancers that train with me build a strong body, technically and physically, have a comprehensive understanding of how to properly train and a greater kinesthetic awareness within the movement. My athletic, contemporary style of choreography pushes past a conventional dance vocabulary and inspires dancers to explore their technical and emotional realm. I choreograph a variety of jazz styles:
contemporary, lyrical, commercial, theatrical and traditional jazz. Whether using classical, pop, rock or experimental music, the combinations emphasize the relationship between the body in motion and the spirit of self-expression. Class work consists of a series of exercises derived from ballet and modern, using weight exchange, balance, contractions, working off center, and core work; all emphasizing technique, stretching and conditioning the body. Across the floor is series of challenging jumps and turns that involve transitional and directional work. It focuses on agility, style and supports the work in the combination. Each progression has a specific intention and puts technique into action. Whether my students are working professionals, fellow teachers, or aspiring young dancers, I strive to address each dancer at every level. It is important for me to create a supportive atmosphere where dancers can discover their creative process while trying something different. My class is a place where dancers are motivated to improve their skills and unleash their inner artist while doing something they love!