Natalia Bekker
Sherman Oaks,CA
Summary
Certified Dance Instructor and Accomplished Competitive Ballroom Dancer with over 13 years of experience teaching private lessons and group classes. Two-time Czech National Champion and World Championship Semi-Finalist in 10-Dance, representing both the Czech Republic and the United States. Experienced in developing competitive dancers, creating high-level choreography, and preparing students for national and international competitions. Skilled in adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs while maintaining high technical and artistic standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Elite Dance Center
Woodland Hills, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Teach group and private ballroom dance classes for children and teens
- Prepare students for recitals
- Foster discipline, teamwork, and performance confidence
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Once Upon a Dance / In School Social Dance Program
San Fernando, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Teach social and ballroom dance
- Manage classroom behavior and ensure student engagement
- Collaborate with school staff and administration
- Promote inclusive and respectful learning environment
Professional Ballroom Instructor & Choreographer
Self Employed
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Provide private ballroom dance lessons for children and adults
- Prepare students for showcases and competitions
- Choreograph and direct dance productions for stage performances
- Create custom wedding dance routines for couples
- Manage client scheduling, marketing, and lesson planning
- Maintain long-term client relationships
Ballroom Dance Adjudicator
Journey Dancesport State Championships
Burbank, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Evaluate competitive ballroom dance performances using standardized scoring criteria
- Provide constructive verbal and written feedback to dancers and coaches
- Participate in award ceremonies and official event proceedings
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Dance Street Studio
Pasadena, CA
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Instructed group and private ballroom dance classes for children and adults
- Prepared students for competitions and studio showcases
- Created personalized wedding choreography
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Beverly Hills Ballroom
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Prepared students for dance recitals and competitions
- Taught group and private ballroom dance lessons
- Led children's summer dance camps
- Performed as a professional ballroom dancer at showcases and events
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Edelweiss Dance Studio
San Dimas, CA
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Instructed group and private ballroom dance lessons for children and adults
- Choreographed wedding and showcase performances
- Performed as a professional competitive dancer
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Eagle Dance Studio
Brno, Czech Republic
03.2013 - 07.2015
- Taught ballroom dance classes for children and adults
- Provided private competitive training
- Performed as a professional ballroom dancer in competitions
Education
Czech Dance Sport Federation - Ballroom & Latin Dance Coaching And Judging
DSP Kometa Brno
Czech Republic01.2016
Bachelor - Tourism And Travel Management
University of Commerce And Hotel Business
Czech Republic05.2015
Skills
- Ballroom & Latin Dance Instruction
- 10-Dance Competitive Training
- Classroom Management
- Choreography & Performance Production
- Competition Preparation
- Curriculum & Lesson Planning
- Student Technical Development
- Client Relationship Management
Websites
Certification
- Certified Dance Instructor - 2016
- Certified Dance Adjudicator - 2016
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Czech
Full Professional
Timeline
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Elite Dance Center
05.2024 - Current
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Once Upon a Dance / In School Social Dance Program
03.2024 - Current
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Dance Street Studio
09.2021 - 01.2023
Professional Ballroom Instructor & Choreographer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Beverly Hills Ballroom
01.2019 - 11.2021
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Edelweiss Dance Studio
01.2019 - 03.2020
Ballroom Dance Adjudicator
Journey Dancesport State Championships
01.2019 - Current
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Eagle Dance Studio
03.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor - Tourism And Travel Management
University of Commerce And Hotel Business
Czech Dance Sport Federation - Ballroom & Latin Dance Coaching And Judging
DSP Kometa Brno
Achievements
- Czech Republic National Champion - Latin
- Czech Republic National Champion - Latin & Ballroom Combination
- Finalist - United States National Championship (Latin & Ballroom Combination)
- Semifinalist - World Championship (Latin & Ballroom Combination)
- Multiple-time International Competition Winner and Prize Medalist
- Czech Republic "Dance Couple of the Year" Title Recipient
Member
- Amateur Athletic Union US