Geeky Ballerina

artistry + technique

The Geekiest of Them All!

Hi, I'm Chelsea

and I am SUCH a geek. Teaching methods, ballet history, anatomy, neurodiversity, music theory, art history, educational philosophy . . .

I love it all and I love applying it all to ballet!

I adore the depth, complexity, and potential in this art form. I wake up excited and grateful every day because I get to share my joy with you and help you create classrooms where dancers reach their goals, build their confidence, and love the process!

My Credentials

photograph of smiling woman, founder of Geeky Ballerina ballet curriculum

EDUCATION

MFA Interdisciplinary Arts

BA English Language & Literature

CERTIFICATIONS

Progressing Ballet Technique

mUvstretch, mUvmethod

American Ballet Theatre National Training Curriculum — ABT® Certified Teacher

in Primary through Level 7 & Partnering of the ABT® National Training curriculum

STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO SUMMER PROGRAMS AT

Alberta Ballet School

ABT Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School

BalletMet Dance Academy

Ballet West Academy

Boston Ballet School

Chautauqua School of Dance

Oregon Ballet Theater

Orlando Ballet School

PUBLISHED RESEARCH

Artistry Inside Ballet Technique, volume 1

One Two Three Four—Dance History is Fun to Explore: Making Dance History Engaging for Multiple Learning Preferences

Every Dance Needs a Chaperone: The Whys and Hows of a Mentored Choreography Festival

A New Dialogue in Ballet Pedagogy: Improving Learner Self-Sufficiency Through Reflective Methodology

The Ballet Teacher’s Role in a Successful Beginning Pointe Class

HONORS

BodyLogic Choreography Festival

Audience Favorite Award, Take Two Choreography Workshop