Louisa Long

Facilitated Hot Pilates, Barre, Bootcamp, and spin classes. Delivered both heated and non-heated fitness sessions. Supported individuals of all fitness levels in a nurturing environment. Guided students with personalized instruction to promote safe progression and lasting results. Provided tailored personal training services based on client needs. Demonstrated correct form and technique for various exercises and stretches. Led group classes in disciplines including yoga, Pilates, aerobics, strength training, and kickboxing.

• Achieved successful development and implementation of dance classes for students of all ages and abilities. Maintained high-quality performances through organized rehearsals. Enhanced student skills by instructing in various dance styles, including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary. Delivered engaging training and choreography for a dance company performing at Disney parks events and dance competitions. Improved student technique through focused instruction on stretching, leaps, turns, and jumps and PBT (progressive ballet technique) which I’m a certified instructor through PBT. Fostered student improvement by providing individualized performance feedback. Created compelling choreography for soloists and groups, reflecting specific themes. Contributed to costume design that aligned with performance narratives. Collaborated with instructors to develop effective lesson plans tailored to student needs. Communicated regularly with parents to update them on student progress and classroom dynamics. Ensured accurate record-keeping of attendance and payments for each class. Established a nurturing environment that encouraged student learning. Identified student strengths and weaknesses to guide improvement efforts. Motivated students through positive reinforcement strategies. Demonstrated proper techniques to facilitate learning of new movements. Encouraged creative expression through improvisation exercises. Successfully planned events such as recitals to showcase student work.

• Choreographed original movement sequences for stage, and live performance productions.
• Directed rehearsals, refining timing, spacing, and performance quality.
• Collaborated with directors, musicians, and costume teams to align artistic vision.
• Coached performers on technique, expression, and synchronization.

• Managed daily operations of a dance and fitness studio alongside husband James Long. Supported hiring and training of staff members. Conducted dance and fitness group classes. Established Long Life Dance Company, participating in various competitions and conventions, including performances at Disney parks. Coordinated annual recitals and showcases for students and company dancers. Assisted in developing strategic plans to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Identified opportunities for business growth and service diversification. Created marketing initiatives to attract new clientele. Negotiated vendor and supplier contracts. Assisted in budgeting and financial oversight. Maintained strong client relationships through exceptional customer service. Researched potential partnerships to expand service offerings. Collaborated with other business owners on joint ventures and resource sharing. Organized events such as trade shows and conferences. Reviewed legal documents related to business operations. Monitored compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Developed organizational policies and procedures. Provided guidance and support to employees. Set pricing structures based on market analysis and trends. Promoted business through social media to enhance brand visibility and revenue generation. Hosted special events to increase brand awareness and community involvement.

Dance performances with M&M American Dance Theater supported live productions at resort theaters on Las Vegas Strip and local community theaters. Stage appearances across multiple shows contributed to engaging audience experiences. Choreography support for incoming dancers strengthened company routines. Versatility across jazz, tap, contemporary, ballet, and musical theater showcased broad performance range.

Evaluated dance participant performance to ensure compliance with competition standards.

Gave targeted feedback to dancers and instructors to guide skill improvement. Partnered with judges to align scoring and evaluation standards. Used best practices for adjudication processes to strengthen efficiency.

Delivered engaging performances across 6 to 7 shows each day, supporting strong stage presence. Supported audition sessions and taught choreography to incoming dancers, helping build skill and confidence. Worked as swing dancer, managing smooth transitions during aerial float performances.

Delivered stage performances in diverse U.S. theaters as dancer. Strengthened high-energy productions as backup dancer and soloist for well-known impersonators, enhancing tribute acts inspired by Little Richard, Shania Twain, Britney Spears, Janet Jackson, Madonna, Cher, Elvis, and Blues Brothers.

• Achieved captivating choreography performances that resonated with audiences through energetic execution. Enhanced complex routines in collaboration with choreographers, ensuring exceptional precision. Performed Ariel performances in the air. Adapted effectively to shifting performance schedules and choreography changes. Played a key role in dance performances for American Music Awards and CMA Country Music Awards after parties at Studio 54.

Was enrolled as a dance major who studied dance and business with a degree in dance performance and business. My classes were various Dance styles as in jazz, ballet, contemporary modern, musical theater, as well as study dance history, anatomy physiology, and dance conditioning. Also have classes in musical theater, singing, and backstage technician how to operate and run Your own show.

Studied various techniques in massage therapy as Swedish ,deep tissue ,sports massage, stone massage, prenatal massage, lymphatic draining, western and eastern medicine, anatomy, physiology and different pathology that deal with the health industry. Also studied how to open up your own business in massage and medical field.

a high school that taught academics as well as electives in dance, theater, musical theater, art and music. I chose the dance elective where I learned various dance styles to help me audition for college is a Dance major.