Deena Parrilla
New York
Summary
Over 15 years of experience in performing arts and arts management, specializing in performance, instruction, choreography, coordination, and management within educational settings. Expertise in teaching a wide range of dance styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, West African, musical theater, and contemperary dance. Proficient in fitness instruction, covering barre, yoga, Pilates, and cycling, contributing to student development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness Instructor
Equinox
New York
01.2025 - Current
- Instructed Dance Cardio Fitness classes incorporating dance, strength training, and HIIT techniques.
- Conducted Mat Pilates and Pilates Fusion classes to enhance core strength and flexibility.IT.
- Designed engaging fitness routines to motivate participants and improve overall performance.
- Developed class materials and lesson plans to ensure effective instruction.
Dance Teacher
Port Washington Children’s Center
01.2023 - Current
- Teach K-8 dance classes aligned with monthly school themes and cultural explorations.
Cycling Instructor
CycleBar
Woodbury
01.2023 - Current
- Teach indoor cycling classes incorporating music and interval drills.
Dance & Movement Professor
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
New York
09.2021 - Current
- Instructed college-level courses in jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop, and contemporary dance.for Actors.
- Developed syllabi and evaluated student performances for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated on productions to enhance overall artistic vision.
- Facilitated bi-weekly and monthly dance workshops with high attendance across various genres.
Instructor
305 FITNESS
New York
04.2018 - Current
- Teach high-energy, full-body dance cardio workouts.
- Guide students through dance choreography, HIIT, and strength segments.
Barre Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre
Manhasset
05.2017 - Current
- Lead low-impact, high-intensity full-body Barre classes.
- Conduct live demos using headset instruction and learn quarterly choreography.
Freelance Instructor – Certified Yoga & Pilates Teacher
01.2017 - Current
- Teach Mat Pilates, Vinyasa, Yin, and Restorative yoga for groups and private clients.
Dance Teacher
Third Street Music School Settlement
NYC
01.2007 - Current
- Teach ballet, lyrical, jazz, hip hop at partner schools and campuses.
- Choreograph and manage end-of-year concerts for various school programs.
Head of Summer Intensive
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
New York
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Coordinated faculty and student affairs for summer programs to enhance engagement.
- Managed logistics for student orientation, housing, scheduling, and industry night with agents.
- Communicated program details, curriculum, and activities to parents and students.
- Conducted meetings with faculty to discuss classroom operations.
- Gathered faculty availability for effective scheduling.
- Created class sections and developed spreadsheets to organize section information.
Associate Director/ Academic Committee
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Oversee, hire, and evaluate Dance teachers for all programs.
- Organize Dance Workshops and teach all dance disciplines, including summer programs.
- Serve on Academic Committee, manage scheduling, academic advising, and student safety.
- Participate in special projects, marketing, and faculty engagement initiatives.
- Lead out-of-town recruitment, workshops, masterclasses, and open houses.
Mat Pilates & Yoga Instructor
Manhattan Exercise Co.
NYC
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Teach live and virtual Mat Pilates and Yoga classes.
Summer Intensive Teacher
Third Street Music School Settlement
NYC
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Lead K-12 classes in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, and West African dance.
- Choreograph and produce summer performances, handle costume and music.
Yoga Teacher
Bearfoot Yoga
Bay Shore
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Guide students through Vinyasa flow and meditative movement practices.
Co-Advisor/Manager
Herricks High School
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Managed dance and theater club with over 100 students, overseeing all operations.
- Organized events, including lighting and production aspects for each performance.
- Executed entire show, coordinating production and programming to ensure smooth execution.
Choreographer
Herricks High School
New Hyde Park
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Choreograph for Dance Rep and Hip Hop crews; manage rehearsals and annual performances.
Choreographer
Long Island University Post
Greenvale
01.2007 - 01.2019
- Instruct master classes for high school and college students focusing on hip hop & street jazz.
Choreographer
Long Island University Post
Greenvale
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Choreographed dance routines for college-level performers and freshman classes at LIU Post.
Summer Camp Dance Instructor
Port Washington Children’s Center
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Coordinate summer dance productions spanning multiple genres while controlling sound board activities.
Program Coordinator
Third Street Music School Settlement
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Oversee curriculum, recruitment, and multi-site performance coordination.
- Support faculty development and school partner relations.
Intern
Showroom Seven
NYC
01.2011 - 04.2011
- Assist backstage during NY Fashion Week; manage designer inventory and stylist requests.
Dance Teacher
Great South Bay YMCA
Bay Shore
11.2008 - 06.2010
- Teach Hip Hop and African dance classes, assist in choreography for annual shows.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
LIU Post
Greenvale, NY05.2008
Skills
Theater and dance instruction
Dance education and training
Jazz, modern, hip hop, West African, contemporary, ballet instruction
Certified group fitness instruction
Certification
- RYT-200 Certified Yoga Instructor, Always-At-Aum, 01/2017
- Mat Pilates Certificate, Equinox Pilates Training Institute, 01/2021
Timeline
Fitness Instructor
Equinox
01.2025 - Current
Dance Teacher
Port Washington Children’s Center
01.2023 - Current
Cycling Instructor
CycleBar
01.2023 - Current
Head of Summer Intensive
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
01.2022 - 05.2025
Dance & Movement Professor
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
09.2021 - Current
Associate Director/ Academic Committee
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
01.2021 - 01.2025
Mat Pilates & Yoga Instructor
Manhattan Exercise Co.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Yoga Teacher
Bearfoot Yoga
01.2020 - 11.2020
Instructor
305 FITNESS
04.2018 - Current
Co-Advisor/Manager
Herricks High School
09.2017 - 05.2019
Choreographer
Long Island University Post
09.2017 - 12.2017
Summer Camp Dance Instructor
Port Washington Children’s Center
07.2017 - 08.2017
Barre Fitness Instructor
Pure Barre
05.2017 - Current
Freelance Instructor – Certified Yoga & Pilates Teacher
01.2017 - Current
Choreographer
Herricks High School
01.2014 - 01.2019
Program Coordinator
Third Street Music School Settlement
06.2013 - 06.2014
Intern
Showroom Seven
01.2011 - 04.2011
Dance Teacher
Great South Bay YMCA
11.2008 - 06.2010
Dance Teacher
Third Street Music School Settlement
01.2007 - Current
Summer Intensive Teacher
Third Street Music School Settlement
01.2007 - 01.2022
Choreographer
Long Island University Post
01.2007 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance
LIU Post
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