Meet Lori
"This is my dream job for over 29+ yrs!
I've experienced an incredible variety of students & settings with my art!
My thrill is in pouring my passion of teaching dance and creative arts into every willing person/student!
I've traveled across the US to teach & share the creative "magic"!
As a freelance teaching artist, choreographer, DJ , entertainer , fitness facilitator & creative person.
I'll bring my "mobile dance studio services" to your location.
I partner with Individuals and Agencies to bring my services to you!
Lori connects/inspires people with their " creative joyful spark" through dance and the creative arts.
She facilitates in a variety of environments including: hospitals, churches and schools.
Dance lessons & Dance parties are available for those looking to incorporate Creative Movement Arts into their Programming.
I've experienced an incredible variety of students & settings with my art!
My thrill is in pouring my passion of teaching dance and creative arts into every willing person/student!
I've traveled across the US to teach & share the creative "magic"!
As a freelance teaching artist, choreographer, DJ , entertainer , fitness facilitator & creative person.
I'll bring my "mobile dance studio services" to your location.
I partner with Individuals and Agencies to bring my services to you!
Lori connects/inspires people with their " creative joyful spark" through dance and the creative arts.
She facilitates in a variety of environments including: hospitals, churches and schools.
Dance lessons & Dance parties are available for those looking to incorporate Creative Movement Arts into their Programming.
The Therapeutic BENEFITS of DANCE and the Creative ARTS are ENDLESS!
Participants of CD (Celebrate & DANCE) sessions experience Therapeutic Movement as they connect
with texture, color, music, and story creating.
Mind and Body connect while being able to express in group settings that bring inspiration and spark joy!
Involvement on a regular basis has proven to benefit people on every level of their being.
Time and time again , the results are astounding!
Arts in Health Care settings is becoming more widely recognized for it's value in the lives
of people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds.
with texture, color, music, and story creating.
Mind and Body connect while being able to express in group settings that bring inspiration and spark joy!
Involvement on a regular basis has proven to benefit people on every level of their being.
Time and time again , the results are astounding!
Arts in Health Care settings is becoming more widely recognized for it's value in the lives
of people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds.
Birth of "The CD Mobile Studio"
Celebrate & DANCE (CD) has transformed into an entirely MOBILE Dance Studio.
That means, we bring classes, workshops, parties, and sessions to YOUR facilities, schools, and locations!
That means, we bring classes, workshops, parties, and sessions to YOUR facilities, schools, and locations!
NEW Doors of Opportunity!
I am amazed when I think back at how things have unfolded. I have continued for many years to design a wide variety of programs that are Excellant, Beneficial, and Therapeutic for a wide variety of populations. These beautiful Creative Arts and Dance Sessions keep getting better and better!
True Applause
"Creativity is obvious in Lori's various presentations. Learning as well as enjoyment takes place as she presents her well developed programs for all ages. You will never fail to respond and appreciate her.
Lori is a multi-talented person with much to give to her community.
I highly recommend her to anyone who wants a program that will fulfill all your expectations."
- June Stoppels....... BA.MA.Educational Specialist... Hope College, Rutgers University, MSU Educator and Puppeteer
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Lori's remarkable passion, energy, and adaptablility for meeting the needs of all her dancers made her the perfect instructor for English language learners/beginning dancers. Bravo and kudos! - Denise Joseph
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Lori, Thank you so much for all you do. You truly understand our kids, thank you for sharing your skills and your wonderful personality. You are Awesome!
-Teacher, Kenosha Center @ VanAuken
Lori is a multi-talented person with much to give to her community.
I highly recommend her to anyone who wants a program that will fulfill all your expectations."
- June Stoppels....... BA.MA.Educational Specialist... Hope College, Rutgers University, MSU Educator and Puppeteer
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Lori's remarkable passion, energy, and adaptablility for meeting the needs of all her dancers made her the perfect instructor for English language learners/beginning dancers. Bravo and kudos! - Denise Joseph
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Lori, Thank you so much for all you do. You truly understand our kids, thank you for sharing your skills and your wonderful personality. You are Awesome!
-Teacher, Kenosha Center @ VanAuken
Exciting Highlights of "Celebrate and Dance"
Grand Rapids Children's Museum : "Family Style" Dance Parties & Kid's Workshops!
I LOVE being on the GRCM monthly Calendar. Come and Join the Party! All Ages are Welcome.
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Every Dementia unit NEEDS to add some "Celebrate and DANCE"
CELEBRATE DANCE STUDIO works regularly with local dementia residents bringing them Therapeutic Dance Workshops!
We just had our First ever Dance Recital within a Dementia unit.
We just had our First ever Dance Recital within a Dementia unit.
- Resident dance artists named themselves, "The Silver Ladies"
- Everyone was smiling and feeling incredible! ,
- (one lady cried, because she was sad it was over!)
"Celebrate and Dance" therapeutic Sessions designed for Seniors
Many years ago,I began to approach Senior facilities
with the idea of Bringing my adorable dancers into Senior Communities
to share their dances and gain performance experience.
That was life giving for residents and also for my dance students.
As I continued to follow this path,
the desire to engage my Senior Audiences , deepened within me,
and I began to design engaging programs specifically for Seniors.
with the idea of Bringing my adorable dancers into Senior Communities
to share their dances and gain performance experience.
That was life giving for residents and also for my dance students.
As I continued to follow this path,
the desire to engage my Senior Audiences , deepened within me,
and I began to design engaging programs specifically for Seniors.
- I connected with Senior Sing A Long….from 2008 to the present.
- I continue to offer AWESOME DANCE PARTIES, and Programs for SENIORS
- ALSO: Therapeutic Creative Movement Sessions - Residencies for Senior Programs & Memory Care Centers
- ALSO : Senior Fitness Classes - GROOVE Classes & Cardio Drumming Programs Available
Here are some of my favorite Senior projects I've facilitated over the years...
- Inter - Generational Story Times, Parties and Gatherings
- "Happy" Video Project with entire Heron Woods Senior Community
- Multi-Generational Dance Recital with dancers ages 2 through 87 yrs old
- Story Creating with Seniors including Puppetry, Timeslips, and Creative On-The-Spot Story Making.
- Senior Special Events : Entertainment included balloon twisting, clowning, face painting.
"Celebrate & Dance" Sessions have been incredible with special needs students!
Creative Movement Teaching Artist Projects with ACT (Artist's Creating Together) from 2009 to 2018
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A Round of Applause for all The Celebrate and Dance Classes, Sessions and Parties thus far...
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Programs we' re Proud of
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Programs Uniquely Designed by CD
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Groups we've Taught
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