Paula Calderón

• Developed a unique artistic vision for the studio, creating scripts with conceptualization and creation of performances that set the company apart from the rest in the dance industry

• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish to improve operations and provide an exceptional service.

• Supported students physical, mental, and social development using my creative method to approach kids into the ballet discipline.

• Fostered students curiosity and interest for dance and movement through creative activities, different dance techniques and motor skill lessons.

• Improved overall mobility, posture, wellness and endurance of all level adults implementing ballet principals to fitness training exercises that heal and tone the body for a healthy life.

• Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing and monitoring students in the ballet technique and positions.
• Choreographed unique routines tailored to all student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.

• Developed and implemented a dance training program for competitive figure skaters to increase resilience and performance.

• Designed engaging event experiences by incorporating unique themes, entertainment options, and interactive elements.

• Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans teaching young students ballet dance techniques and positions.

Study Abroad:

• New York City: Intensive Training certification at BROADWAY DANCE CENTER, 1 month during summer seasons. Years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2019
• Miami: Intensive training at MIAMI CITY BALLET and MILLENIUM DANCE COMPLEX 1 month during summer season Year 2018

Certifications and Diplomas:

• Year 2005: Theoretical and practical course on BALLET TEACHING METHODOLOGY by Isabel Rodriguez A. (Master Graduate in dance from the Cuban Higher Institute of Art)
• Year 2008: Studies in CLASSICAL BALLET by Laurel Toto (Master of Canada's Ballet School)
• Year 2009: REIKI course training for Universal Life Energy Healing. Level 1 and 2
• Year 2010: CUBAN METHODOLOGY IN CLASSICAL BALLET by Lilly Debassa (Master graduate in methodology teaching from Prodanza Ballet Academy
• Year 2015: BALLET INTENSIVE TRAINING with Russian Master Teacher Rumen Ivanov Rashev
• Year 2019: Diploma of higher eduction in THE FOUNDSTIONS AND PEDAGOGY OF BALLET (240 virtual hours) at Meritorious Autonomous University of Puebla
• Year 2019: CREATORS FOR THE WORLD by El Pauer, Training program for creative and cultural brands of entrepreneurs with a strong impact in the arts industry. (4 months of study)
• Year 2019: Certified Master Instructor of BALLET FITNESS a training method that fusions ballet barre moves and fitness techniques for a complete body tone, strength, flexibility and posture improvement.

Seminars:

• Year 2007: National meeting of LATIN AMERICAN DESIGN
• Year 2013: National Dance Seminar ARTISTIC DIRECTION AS A FUNDAMENTSL TOOL FOR HIGH LEVEL PERFORMING ARTS PRODUCTIONS (20 hours)

Professional Development:

• Special Recognition for 15 years of commitment , love and enthusiasm in the projects and growth of Play Dance Studio
• NLP coaching and training program to discover and connect with the best personal and professional self development.