Meet Dance FX Studios’ Staff: Jessie!
Hey there! Jessie here. I thought I’d take a little moment of your time and introduce myself. I’m a dance instructor here at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. I wasn’t always a dance instructor though. Before dancing, I did many different things. I love exploring new avenues and am always seeking growth, so exploring dance and all of the exciting popular styles from the Country Two Step to Salsa dancing has been a blast! I think I’m a fairly eclectic individual, and have always imagined being the kind of person to grow old and share all of my experiences and stories with my grandkids. Some other things I’m passionate about outside of dancing are: hot yoga, music (going to shows, sharing it, blasting it in my car and singing at the top of my lungs), the outdoors, books, geology, theology, behavioral psychology, and road trips. I know, I’m all over the board. Below is a Q&A section covering more about me and of my dance background. Enjoy!Q: What is your dancing background?
A: I grew up dancing. I did jazz and clogging as a kid. I loved to make up dancing routines in my living room with my friends to all our favorite pop songs. We even did a couple talent shows and festivals around the Phoenix valley. When I got older, I started going out to clubs and bars to dance. It was at that time that I discovered Country 2-Step dancing. WOW! I was entranced by it, and desperately wanted to learn. Apparently those vibes were noticed because someone immediately asked me to dance and offered to teach me. I’ve been in love with partner dancing from that moment on.
Q: Why Dance FX Studios?
A: Well, I was actually working as an Office Manager before I became a Dance Instructor. I was steadily becoming discontent with this position. I have always considered myself to be a very creative, artsy person, but I love helping people too. My job situation, at the time, was not harnessing either skill. I went away on holiday one day, and stumbled across a book in a tiny boutique. It seemed to know exactly the discontent my heart felt. It spoke of finding your “bliss” or “calling in life” with beautifully painted pages. I sat down and considered my skills and the desires of my heart. It was during this time of reflection I ran across Dance FX Studios. I knew the moment I saw it that I had to be there. I love helping people above all things, and I love social partner dance too! The combination of the two seemed absolutely golden, and I’ve not looked back since.
Q: What is your favorite thing about working at Dance FX Studios?
A; The people! I’ve never been someplace where the people I am surrounded with everyday are so friendly, encouraging, and inspiring! How often does one person get to say they genuinely love and enjoy their job and the people they work with? Staff and students included, Dance FX Studios attracts incredible individuals that are a joy to be around.
Q: What is your favorite style of dance to teach and why?
A: I love teaching the Nite Club 2 Step (Dance FX Studios version). I love how romantic and smooth it feels. It’s elegant and beautiful. I think I also like the type of song that goes along with such a dance. I’m a sucker for music that makes you feel things, and Nite Club seems to encompass the emotion of a song better than most other partner dances.
Q: What three words would you use to describe yourself?
A: I would say that I am passionate, creative, and empathetic.
Q: What’s a fun fact about you?
A: I would love to own a motorcycle and road trip across the U.S. one day.
So there you have it folks! Hopefully I’ll get to see you at Dance FX Studios soon, teach you some more about dance, and learn a bit about you too! And…since I get to work with newbies, check out our New Student Offer for beginner dance lessons with me! At the studio, you can learn everything that you will use out in the “real world”, from wedding dances to how to twirl your lady at your favorite Country bar in Arizona. I can’t wait for the opportunity to meet you and share my passion for dance with you!
