Mr. Ali Willingham leads The Private Lessons Program, catering to students keen on the art of dance. The program prioritizes high-quality dance instruction and creative initiatives under Mr. Willingham's guidance. It equally benefits beginner, advanced dancers, companies, and competition teams. The curriculum underscores technical proficiency, dance history, terminology, and body awareness building.
Student learning objectives entail elevating technical aptitude and language comprehension, understanding other art forms' significance in training, progressing the understanding of physiological comprehension and movement principles, providing historical knowledge of dance and its offshoots, maintaining professionalism, initiating peer collaboration, and fostering respect for diverse communities. Additionally, exploring perspectives on work ethic and pre-professional dance artists' responsibility forms part of the program.
Mr. Willingham has received positive feedback from prominent personalities like Joan Myers-Brown of Philadanco, Kim Bears-Bailey of the University of the Arts, Angela Corosanite, and others for his choreographic abilities, teaching, and directing. As the Movement Performing Arts Conservatory Artistic Director and former Contemporary Dance Department Director at String Theory School, Mr. Willingham creatively explores the intersection between performance and dance education. He likewise implements academic content to point out theory's importance and aid dancers in developing their pedagogical practices.
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Service Reviews
4.8
8 reviews
Service as described
4.7
Communication
4.8
Punctuality
4.8
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Joshua H.
Working with Ali was an absolute pleasure! He expertly choreographed our first dance for our wedding reception, and as novice dancers, he made it extremely approachable! I am eagerly looking forward to our next session and would enthusiastically endorse him to everyone.
April 20, 2023
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Elizabeth M.
Thanks to Mr. Ali's instruction, my daughter has gained access to opportunities we never thought possible. She has been trained to excel in various styles of dance, leading to her acceptance in several prestigious programs, such as The Rock School of Dance Education, Alvin Ailey, and Joffrey Ballet. Beyond his focus on dance training, Mr. Ali has served as a mentor to numerous young, hopeful dancers. Our family is immensely grateful for his dedication and investment in our daughter's growth, which has instilled in her the belief that she can achieve anything she sets her mind to.
February 10, 2023
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Amanda M.
After attending a private class with Mr. Ali, my daughter developed a great fondness for him and gained a boost in confidence in her craft. Mr. Ali devoted his full attention to her and took the time to educate, make corrections, and offer positive feedback during their lessons.
January 24, 2023
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Jacob A.
Thanks to Mr. Ali's foundational training, my 8-year-old daughter's dance skills, technique, and performance quality have significantly improved. Her dance teachers have noticed the remarkable progress she has made, and I am truly grateful for her private dance lessons with Mr. Ali.
January 24, 2023
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Elizabeth B.
Mr. Ali is simply exceptional! He has a highly responsive and seamless communication style, always arriving on time and exhibiting an unwavering passion for dance. He stands out as both an outstanding teacher and mentor, both on and off the dance floor. Mr. Ali is an incredibly versatile educator, providing students with a comprehensive range of skills that extend far beyond the art of dance, including teaching essential techniques and proper etiquette. His private lessons are simply remarkable, going well above and beyond the expected duration to provide children with a truly enriching experience.
