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Sevgi Alkan

Naperville,IL

Summary

Dynamic dance professional with a proven track record at Havana Salsa Club, excelling in salsa and bachata instruction. Recognized for enhancing student performance through tailored feedback and engaging choreography. Multilingual and skilled in social dancing, I thrive in collaborative environments, showcasing creativity and passion for dance.

Overview

2020
2020
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Competitions

Istanbul,Turkey
  • 2016: Placed 3rd in Salsa Couples Competition with partner
  • 2017: 1st Place in Social Bachata competition with partner

Student & Performer

Chicago Dance Studio
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Participated in multiple workshops and social dancing
  • Performed showcase piece " Miss Independent " as a soloist

Bachata Instructor

Havana Salsa Club
10.2014 - 07.2015
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Taught weekly bachata classes while studying abroad
  • Engaged in consistent social dancing across London salsa events

Student & Performer

Depo Dans Studios
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Began formal training in salsa and bachata
  • Performed first salsa couple's showcase to "La Vida Es Un Carnaval" by Celia Cruz
  • Performed second showcase to "Micheal Jackson en Vici Vokke"


Education

High School Diploma -

ISOV High School
Istanbul,Turkey

Bachelor of Arts - Faculty of Architecture And Design

Ozyegin University
Istanbul,Turkey
06-2018

Skills

  • Styles: Salsa , Bachata ,Lady's transformation
  • Choreography, Performance , Partnering, Social Dancing
  • Multilingual: Turkish (native) , English (fluent)

Timeline

Student & Performer

Chicago Dance Studio
09.2018 - 08.2019

Bachata Instructor

Havana Salsa Club
10.2014 - 07.2015

Student & Performer

Depo Dans Studios
08.2013 - 06.2015

Dance Competitions

Istanbul,Turkey

High School Diploma -

ISOV High School

Bachelor of Arts - Faculty of Architecture And Design

Ozyegin University
Sevgi Alkan