Jean Collymore
The majority of my experience is in traditional African Dance, in which I have learnt, grown and developed for over 15 years. My performance experiences include both large and small-scale theatre productions in Britain and abroad. delivering workshops and teaching in schools. Over the last few years my repertoire has increased through learning Caribbean folklore, ISTD Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz and Street Dance. Ultimately this has increased my adaptability to perform in different genres and broadened the range of my choreographic skills. Dance is a communicative art form and I have used it to deliver effective workshops and create a positive impact through teaching in schools. Currently I am a member of Expressions of the Heart Dance Ministry - a praise and worship performance group –

I have also qualified as a Fitness Instructor and Massage Therapist.

Relevant Training:

Irie! Dance Theatre (University of London )

Traditional African and Caribbean Dances; Choreography and Repertoire;, Contemporary Dance; African and Caribbean Cultural History
LOCN Certificate
African/Caribbean Dance and History Diploma
College of North East London [CONEL] London
CYQ YMCA Fitness Instructor Course

Circuit Training; Exercise to Music; Gym Instruction
CYQ LEVELS 1 & 2 - Fitness Instruction
MYOTOSIS Health & Safety at Work: First Aid Certificate
2005 - 2006 College of North East London [CONEL] London
VTCT Swedish Massage Course

VTCT Swedish Massage Certificate
VTCT Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology

Professional experience
2006-Present Kori Arts Club, N11 London
Dance Tutor

Teaching West African/Caribbean dance to students (12yrs-16yrs).

2003-2005 Ace Percussion, SE5 London

Freelance Performer

2003 (July) Brent Summer University, W11 London

Dance Tutor

Teaching West African/Caribbean dance to students (12yrs-16yrs).

February 2000 Irie! Dance Company, SE21 London

Dance Tutor

Provided cover for African Dance classes
Teaching West African dance to students in preparation for performance.

1992 - 2001 Sakumoh Dance Troupe, N22 London
Principal Dancer, Performer and Tutor

Teaching freelance dancers and new members dance repertory.

1996 - 1998 London Arts Training School, N22 London

Voluntary Tutor

Teaching West African Dance to students on 8-week courses.

1989 - 1991 Adzido Pan African Dance Ensemble, N1 London

Performer

1987 - 1989 Agudze Dance Ensemble, E12 London

Dancer and Substitute Tutor

Additional professional activities
I have taken part in Panafest Dance Festival, Ghana; Jerash International Festival, Jordan and Festival by the Sea, Bristol. In addition I have appeared on the BBC Generation Game and in African Bambaata’s Music Video.
Community activities
2006-Present Kori Arts Club, N11 London
Dance Tutor

Teaching West African/Caribbean dance to students (12yrs-16yrs).

2005 - Present Nightingale Primary School, Hackney, E5 London

Dance and Fitness Tutor

Responsible for teaching Dance and Movement (all year groups on rotation) and organising and running Keep Fit classes for teachers and parents.

2003 - 2005 MDMD Arts, E5 London

Dance and Fitness Tutor

Responsible for teaching Street Dance (5-12 year olds) and teaching mature students dance-based keep fit.

2003 - 2004 Abbey Arts, Westminster SW1 London

Under 8's Co-ordinator

Responsible for registration, holding debrief meetings and teaching under-8’s ‘Making Music’.

References
Jackie Guy - Dance Tutor/Entreprenuer: jaguydance@acts86.fsnet.co.uk
Leo Stewart - Dance Tutor/Director: leo.cdproject@dsl.pipex