“Jolanta really took the time to customize a meaningful provocation geared to our graduate seminar, diving into the course materials and using them as a springboard to speak eloquently about her passion for dance education. Thank-you, Jolanta!”

“This course has exceeded my expectation. I am challenged, inspired and reminded daily of the value of continued education. I’m supported and encouraged by Jolanta and motivated by my peers. I’ve never done online education before. I’m surprised how close-knit it feels.”

Canada’s National Academy of Dance Education should be applauded for its promotion of dance and its ability to positively impact the lives of students. When teachers are taught strategies not only in dance technique but also in ways to reach all students, dance becomes an avenue for all students to learn and grow.

This conference was a great opportunity to hear and share experiences from dance educators and to make connections with professionals, and scholars. We revisited technique through a session in floor barre, and choreography. It is a conference for dancers, choreographers, dance educators and those individuals who would like to find connections between the artistic field, the studio world, and the school systems. My creativity was nurtured through attending this conference.

Engaging, challenging, enriching; these are all words that come to mind about the online teacher training program with CNADE. As a teacher with lots of experience, I was looking for professional development that would value my knowledge but also offered thought-provoking work in dance. I’ve found this with the OTTP and more! Jolanta Oka has designed a program that will challenge dance teachers to think about their practice in new ways, that is rigorous but not intimidating, and inspires you to be a better dance educator. It has allowed me to meet new dance colleagues across the country and create a network of other passionate dance educators. This program has helped me hone my skills and supported my belief that dance education can and should be valued. It has helped me gain confidence to pursue my passion and to follow a new path of growth. I would absolutely recommend this program to any dance educator!

Attending CNADE Dance Educator’s Conference was a great way to meet and connect with others and to hear about the latest happenings in the dance world. It was refreshing to be surrounded by both dance teachers in the school and studio settings. I left feeling inspired to start the new year.

“The CNADE Online Dance Teacher Training Program – Part 1 offers an in-depth, practical look at how to better engage the child dancer/learner in a class setting. It is a very thought-provoking program that challenges dance teachers to carefully think through and refine all aspects of their own teaching techniques. I applaud Jolanta for doing her part to improve the quality of dance education in Canada and beyond.”

“Thanks to CNADE dance teacher training program I’ve learned the essentials of being the teacher. Being part of CNADE course gave me better understanding behind the role of dance teacher. Aside from learning we were able to feel free sharing thoughts and discuss our ideas. I can not be more than grateful for this valuable experience.” Petra Bacova Slovakia

“This conference was so well put together and engaging, which is difficult to do in a virtual environment. The session leaders were so well informed and gave a real sense of belonging to everyone that participated!! so appreciate the work the CNADE is doing to connect dancers throughout Canada and around the world.”

This conference was a great opportunity to hear and share experiences from dance educators and to make connections with professionals, and scholars. We revisited technique through a session in floor barre, and choreography. It is a conference for dancers, choreographers, dance educators and those individuals who would like to find connections between the artistic field, the studio world, and the school systems. My creativity was nurtured through attending this conference.

After attending a teacher Conference with CNADE I have nothing but good things to say! This group of people clearly cares about proper training for dance educators, and how that relates back to the well-being of the student’s we teach. It is refreshing to find a group who shares the same values and emphasis on efficient training and safety, and who are willing to find professionals across the field to bring in and share their expertise. Thanks so much Jolanta and team, I will be back!

“I am so happy to have had the opportunity to be a part of the Online Dance Teacher Training Program. It is a rigorous program which is what I was looking for, yet the flexibility of the online format made it possible for me to fit it around my work and family schedule. The aspects of this program that I found the most rewarding were getting to learn from a professor who is very experienced and welcoming with her teaching style, getting access to reading material that is quite comprehensive, and most importantly of all for me, were the discussion sessions with the other students where we were able to share our experiences and ideas and to learn from each other.”