
Photographer: Amanda Naylor
TEACHER
bergenPAC Performing Arts School
For more info contact:
Artistic Director of Dance, roberta mathes
email: rmathes@bergenpac.org

Current Teaching Schedule
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Thursdays - PreBallet, Acrobatics, Tap
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Saturdays - PreBallet, Child Jazz, Child Acro (Levels 1 &2), Preteen/Teen Acro
Teaching Reel
Dance - Gymnastics - Fitness
Teaching Certifications
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Simonson Method Teacher Training Program
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Darkness to Light: Stewards of Children
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USA Gymnastics curriculum and Risk and Safety Management
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Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA)
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Yoga for Trauma Training Program
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First Aid
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CPR
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Sports Psychology certificate
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Early Childhood Education certificate
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Udemy Yoga and Pilates Teacher Training
Teaching Philosophy and Goals:
My hopes when I teach are to share my love and enthusiasm for gymnastics, dance and fitness (combined with my knowledge of circus arts, sports psychology, surfing, etc) with all my students.
I create a fun and positive learning environment for all ages and levels of dance, gymnastics and fitness - including pre-school, special needs classes, in person and zoom privates, recreational classes and competitive teams.
The gym and studio are for learning, making mistakes, and most importantly, having fun. I believe in positive coaching and creating an atmosphere where we all cheer each other on and help each other when we are having trouble with a skill. I also believe in having a hard work ethic but with that comes laughing a lot! Training with my dance teachers and fellow dancers teach me so much and inspire me, but I have to say, the students I work with bring another dimension and help make me a better teacher, dancer and person.
And if I could start dance at such a late age in the game, I know that anyone can do anything they want to. If you bring your heart and soul to class, you will be amazed at how high you can soar!


