Jonnesha Hawkins-Minter
Katy,TX
Summary
Dynamic founder of TopFlight Dance Center, with a rich background as a professional dancer and judge for Move Dance Productions. Expert in mindfulness meditation and restorative yoga techniques, adept at coaching and motivating individuals and groups. Proven track record in leadership and creative direction, enhancing the artistic and physical abilities of diverse people.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Founder
TopFlight Dance Center
05.2008 - Current
Owner & Founder
TopFlight Dance Center
Executive Artistic Director
TopFlight Dance Conservatory
Artistic Director
TopFlight Dance Company
Yoga Instructor
TopFlight Dance Center
06.2020 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Master Dance Instructor & Choreographer
The Destro Experience
06.2014 - Current
Master Class Instructor
Choreographer
Judge
Move Dance Productions
01.2012 - 01.2020
Judge 2012-2020
Emcee 2015-2020
Regional Assistant 2015
Nationals Master Class Instructor
Dancer
There In the Sunlight Contemporary Dance Company
06.2007 - 10.2014
Company Dancer
Dancer
Urban Souls Dance Company
08.2010 - 06.2013
Company Dancer
Rehearsal Director 2012-2013
Dancer
Psophania Dance Company
06.2007 - 06.2010
Company Dancer
Dancer
Houston Metropolitan Dance Company
06.2006 - 12.2007
Company Dancer
Houston MET Academy Instructor
Houston MET 2 Instructor/Choreographer
Dancer
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company 2
08.2005 - 05.2006
Dancer
Education
Candidate For Certified Dunham Instructor - Katherine Dunham Technique Certified Instructor
Institute For Dunham Technique Certification
07-2025
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga, Meditatio & Mindfulness
Yoga Farm Ithica
Ithaca, NY06-2020
B.F.A - Modern Dance Performance
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2005
High School Diploma -
Classen School of Advanced Studies
Oklahoma City, OK05-2001
Skills
- Mindfulness meditation techniques
- Group and individual instruction
- Restorative yoga techniques
- Coaching and motivating
Accomplishments
CEO/Founder TopFlight Dance Center
Master Dance Instructor
Yoga Certified Instructor
National Award Winning Choreographer
Candidate for IDTC
Mentor
Timeline
Yoga Instructor
TopFlight Dance Center
06.2020 - Current
Master Dance Instructor & Choreographer
The Destro Experience
06.2014 - Current
Judge
Move Dance Productions
01.2012 - 01.2020
Dancer
Urban Souls Dance Company
08.2010 - 06.2013
CEO/Founder
TopFlight Dance Center
05.2008 - Current
Dancer
There In the Sunlight Contemporary Dance Company
06.2007 - 10.2014
Dancer
Psophania Dance Company
06.2007 - 06.2010
Dancer
Houston Metropolitan Dance Company
06.2006 - 12.2007
Dancer
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company 2
08.2005 - 05.2006
Candidate For Certified Dunham Instructor - Katherine Dunham Technique Certified Instructor
Institute For Dunham Technique Certification
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga, Meditatio & Mindfulness
Yoga Farm Ithica
B.F.A - Modern Dance Performance
University of Oklahoma
High School Diploma -
Classen School of Advanced Studies
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