Julie Van Blaricom
Arlington,TN
Summary
Position on the Memphis Grizzlies Grannies and Grandpas Dance Team
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
SOULfusion Master Trainer
SOUL Fitness Brands
03.2023 - Current
- Selected and recruited to enter Master Trainer Academy for the SOUL Fitness Brands.
- Will be conducting in person and virtual training classes to certify new instructors within our SOUL Fitness Brands.
Member of Memphis Grizzlies Grannies & Grandpas
Memphis Grizzlies
07.2017 - Current
- Committed choreography to memory and performed numbers with correct timing and aesthetic appeal.
- Acted as goodwill ambassador at various promotional events around town and at games.
- Selected to be part of the special performance and competition team, the Grit & Grind Grannies. This team competed regionally to great acclaim and numerous awards.
- Was (and continue to be) a committed member of the team, willing to do whatever it takes to contribute to a great performance and a fun experience for the team and fans.
- Exception of two seasons off during the Covid pandemic due to not being able to audition for various reasons.
Group Fitness Instructor
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
05.2016 - Current
- Teach various musically driven group fitness formats including PiYo, SOULfusion, BARREfusion, Zumba, Body Pump, POUND, and Active Older Adults.
- Lead multiple weekly classes of up to 50 adults, with consistent participation and positive feedback.
- Use music to motivate and energize classes.
Member of Memphis Chick-lets Dance and Promo Team
Memphis Chicks Baseball
03.1987 - 09.1987
- Similar experience/activities to Grannies & Grandpas.
- Selected for prime position near home dugout to assist fans throughout the games.
Member of Memphis State Pom Squad
Memphis State University
08.1986 - 05.1987
- Danced with this team my freshman year of college under the direction of Cheri Ganong Robinson.
- Performed at Lady Tigers basketball games and football games.
- Have now done alumni performances.
Member of Kirby High School Pom Squad
Kirby High School
08.1981 - 05.1985
- Performed dance routines at all football and basketball games, as well as pep rallies and various special public appearances.
- Won the UCA National Dance Team Championship in 1985, the very first year they held a DANCE team championship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting And Business Administration
Memphis State University
Memphis, TN08.1989
Timeline
SOULfusion Master Trainer
SOUL Fitness Brands
03.2023 - Current
Member of Memphis Grizzlies Grannies & Grandpas
Memphis Grizzlies
07.2017 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
05.2016 - Current
Member of Memphis Chick-lets Dance and Promo Team
Memphis Chicks Baseball
03.1987 - 09.1987
Member of Memphis State Pom Squad
Memphis State University
08.1986 - 05.1987
Member of Kirby High School Pom Squad
Kirby High School
08.1981 - 05.1985
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting And Business Administration
Memphis State University