Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Dance
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 08.2022 - Current
Darcy Mraz
dancer
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Energetic dancer and dance instructor offering several years of experience coaching experienced and unexperienced dance students in private and group sessions. Accomplished performer and people person successful at developing talent. Proficient in competition-style dance. Versed in adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Education
Overview
6
6
Years teaching experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Coach
WKU Sigma Kappa
Bowling Green
08.2023 - Current
Choreographed competition routines in hip hop, jazz, and contemporary styles.
Developed practice schedules and managed rehearsals for optimal performance.
Mixed and edited music to enhance performances.
Dance Instructor
Storm Dance Alliance
Oswego
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Designed engaging dance lessons for various age groups and skill levels.
- Instructed students in diverse dance styles, including ballet and contemporary.
- Organized and led rehearsals, ensuring effective use of class time.
- Created a safe environment where students can learn without fear of criticism or judgment.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Instructed students in the basics of various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap and contemporary.
Dance Clinic Instructor
WKU Dance Team
Bowling Green
08.2022 - 05.2023
Directed technique stations for leaps, turns, and other skills.
Developed and taught choreography for clinics serving ages 4 to 18.
Ensured student engagement while prioritizing safety throughout sessions.
PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE
- Evening of Dance, WKU dance program: 2025
- The Dance Project, WKU dance program: 2025
- Last Chance To Dance, WKU dance program: 2024
- Winter Dance, WKU dance program: 2024
- WKU shenanigans dance competition, Sigma Kappa: 2024
- WKU Spring Sing, Sigma Kappa: 2023, 2024
- The College Classic, WKU dance team: 2023
- WKU shenanigans dance competition, Sigma Kappa: 2023
- WKU basketball home games, WKU dance team: 2022, 2023
- WKU football home games, WKU dance team: 2022
- Parade of Stars, Sarah Jo Fazio: 2022
- The show, Velocity dance convention: 2022
- The Nutcracker, Storm Dance Alliance: 2021 (Sugar Plum Fairy)
- Parade of Stars, Sarah Jo Fazio: 2021
- The Nutcracker, Storm Dance Alliance: 2020 (Dew Drop)
- The Nutcracker, Storm Dance Alliance: 2019 (Clara)
- The Nutcracker, Storm Dance Alliance: 2018 (toy soloist)
- Parade of Stars, Sarah Jo Fazio: 2018
Skills
- Dance instruction
- Dance technique
- Lesson planning
- Stage performance
- Performance preparation
- Jazz dance technique
- Cross-training
- Improvisational skills
- Hip-hop foundations
- Ballet
- Modern dance
- Choreography creation
Websites
Timeline
Head Coach
WKU Sigma Kappa
08.2023 - Current
Dance Clinic Instructor
WKU Dance Team
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Dance
Western Kentucky University
08.2022 - Current
Dance Instructor
Storm Dance Alliance
08.2019 - 08.2023
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