Dahyun Kim
New York City,NY
Summary
Dahyun Kim is a Korean dance educator, performer, and choreographer based in New York City since 2021. A recent recipient of NYFA Queens Arts Fund & Asian American Arts Alliance 'What Can We Do?' Grant, Dahyun is dedicated to movement research and continuously seeks new possibilities within each dancer’s movement vocabulary by embracing diverse modes of learning and expanding accessibility to dance across communities and demographics. Committed to community building and a research-based practice, Dahyun aims to cultivate inviting spaces that foster enthusiasm, curiosity, and a genuine appreciation for dance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Guest Teaching Artist
Forza Dance
New York, NY
04.2026 - Current
- Developed engaging dance curricula tailored to diverse student needs.
- Facilitated workshops that encouraged creativity and self-expression among participants.
- Collaborated with fellow artists to enhance program offerings and community outreach.
- Provided individualized feedback and support to students, fostering skill development.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to improve class engagement and retention.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
Instructor
WADEintoActivism Improvisation Workshop
Queens, NY
01.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and collaboration among participants.
- Facilitated hands-on workshops to enhance participant learning experiences and skill acquisition.
- Evaluated participant progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to design innovative culinary programs aligned with current trends.
What Can We Do? Grant Project
Rhythm & Seoul Workshop Series
Flushing, NY
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Teach open level class in styles: Contemporary, Contemporary Floorwork, Street Jazz.
- Lesson planning proper warm up, across the floor, and phrase work.
- Curate, manage, and implement the program in its full capacity.
- Offer modifications and break downs for beginner dancers as well as amplifications for more advanced dancers.
Guest Teacher
Pulp Dance Workshop Series
New York, NY
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Teach open level class in styles: Contemporary, Contemporary Floorwork, Street Jazz.
- Lesson planning proper warm up, across the floor, and phrase work.
- Curate, manage, and implement the program in its full capacity.
- Offer modifications and break downs for beginner dancers as well as amplifications for more advanced dancers.
Instructor
Umami Playground Workshop
New York, NY
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Instructor for open level class in styles: Contemporary and Contemporary Floorwork classes.
- Lesson planning proper warm up, across the floor, and phrase work.
- Curate, manage, and implement the program in its full capacity.
- Offer modifications and break downs for beginner dancers as well as amplifications for more advanced dancers.
Student Teacher
Brooklyn High School of the Arts
New York, NY
01.2022 - 2023
- Create a curriculum for grades 9-12 for contemporary dance class.
- Assist dance teachers in each class for an enhanced class environment.
- Assist teaching artists for reviewing materials, keeping dancers focused, and maintaining the quality of movement aligned with the artists’ vision.
- Teach contemporary forms with a warm-up, technique, and across the floor/center combinations.
Education
Master of Fine Arts & Master of Arts - Dance And Dance Education
New York University
01-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Dance, Minor in Kinesiology
Penn State University
01-2019
Skills
- Pilates Certification
- Singing & Acting
- Spinning Teacher Certification
- Proficient in Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft word/excel/powerpoint, Premiere Pro, Canva, Zoom, Google Suite, Network for Good
- Social Media Management
- Grant Writing
DANCE TEACHING GENRES
- Contemporary
- Contemporary Floorwork
- Ballet
- Jazz
- Street Jazz / Jazz Funk
- K-pop
Certification
- Pilates Mat & Equipment Teacher Certification(2023) by Gramercy Pilates
- Spinning Instructor Certification(2014) by M Spinning
LANGUAGES
Korean
English
Mandarin
Accomplishments
- 'Queens Arts Fund' Recipient (2026) by New York Foundation for the Arts & Flushing Town Hall
- 'Jadin Wong Fellowship' Artist of Exceptional Merit (2026) by Asian American Arts Alliance
- 'What Can We Do?' Grant Recipient (2025) by Asian American Arts Alliance
Timeline
Guest Teaching Artist
Forza Dance
04.2026 - Current
What Can We Do? Grant Project
Rhythm & Seoul Workshop Series
04.2025 - 05.2025
Instructor
WADEintoActivism Improvisation Workshop
01.2023 - Current
Guest Teacher
Pulp Dance Workshop Series
01.2023 - 01.2025
Instructor
Umami Playground Workshop
01.2023 - 01.2025
Student Teacher
Brooklyn High School of the Arts
01.2022 - 2023
Master of Fine Arts & Master of Arts - Dance And Dance Education
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Dance, Minor in Kinesiology
Penn State University