Suly Lopez-Torres
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Driven 18-year-old senior with over 10 years of dance experience in contemporary, jazz, ballet, tap, and hip-hop. Passionate about pursuing a professional career in dance while maintaining a strong academic focus as a dedicated student. Known for my commitment to excellence, I strive to better the environment around me by sharing my passion for dance and inspiring others through leadership and mentorship. Focused on continuous personal growth, both academically and artistically, I aim to make a meaningful impact in the dance industry and my community.
Overview
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Work History
High School Student / Competitive Dancer
Buchholtz High school/ Independance Studio
Gainesville, FL
•Senior student at Buchholz High School with honor recognition and member of the academy of entrepreneurship (aoe)
•Secretary of Buchholtz High School Women Empowerment Club (WEC), leading initiatives and supporting over 50 members to promote women’s issues and empowerment.
•Active participant in Buchholz High School Dance Marathon since freshman year, raising over $1,000 to support pediatric healthcare initiatives.
•Dedicated assistant for younger dance teams, mentoring students, and contributing to a dance team and rehearsals.
•Recipient of multiple dance scholarships and awards, including recognition from national conventions like LA Dance Magic, Revel, Tremaine, etc.
•Represented Independence Studio at regional and national dance competitions, earning accolades for artistry and performance.
•Competed at Deca at a national level
•Volunteer and role model at summer dance camps, inspiring young dancers, and fostering creativity.
•I toured with La Dance Magic Dance competition, assisting, mentoring, and participating in conventions as a member of the senior company from 2021 to 2022.
Education
Buchholtz High School
Gainesville, FL05-2025
Skills
Leadership and mentoring abilities
Strong public speaking and interpersonal communication
Time management and organizational skills
Team collaboration and problem-solving
Creativity and adaptability in dynamic environments
Goal-oriented with a strong work ethic
Attention to detail and precision
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Word press certification
- ESB certification
Accomplishments
- DECA states competitor
- Scholarship winner at La Dance magic 2021-2024
- Scholarship winner Revel dance competition 2024
Affiliations
- Competitive dancer at Independance Studio for over 10 years in contemporary, jazz, ballet, tap, and hip-hop
- Active participant in Dance Marathon, raising over $1,000 for pediatric healthcare
- Assistant for younger dance teams, providing mentorship and helping with choreography
- Member of Women Empowerment Club (WEC), taking on leadership roles and advocating for women’s issues
- Volunteer at summer dance camps, inspiring and mentoring young dancers
- Representative for Independence Studio in regional and national dance competitions
- Recipient of multiple dance scholarships and awards
- honor roll
Timeline
High School Student / Competitive Dancer
Buchholtz High school/ Independance Studio
Buchholtz High School