Ms. Joanna Burke

Faculty

Jojo’s dance journey began at age 3, fueled by boundless energy and a passion for movement. She studied a wide range of dance styles, including jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, modern, hip hop and musical theatre, and was privileged to train with renowned dancers/choreographers including but not limited to; Mia Michels, Marguerite Derricks, Savion Glover, Ray Leaper, Mandy Moore, Dee Caspary, Wade Robson, Eddie Garcia, Adam Parson, Wes Veldink, Ryan Heffington and Doug Caldwell.  

Jojo attended high school at Arizona School for the Arts where she trained with the professional company, Ballet Arizona, further honing her skills. She toured the convention circuit earning numerous scholarships and opportunities to train at prestigious venues such as Tremaine, Dupree, Encore, Broadway Dance Center and Edge Performing Arts Center.

Naturally drawn to teaching, Jojo began instructing students at age 17. Her desire to bring a fun, nurturing approach to the classroom led to her creation of Jojo's Dance Divas & Dudes, LLC in 2011. As owner and creative director, she shares her passion for the creative arts and physical fitness with both children and adults. Fitness has become a significant focus of her business which led her to become a certified spinning instructor.

Beyond dance & fitness, Jojo provides entertainment services, lending her voice to cartoon characters, emceeing events, offering educational entertainment, and is trained as a motion capture performer.  She has been involved in multiple public service & community volunteer projects and is thrilled to share her diverse expertise and energy with RDC.

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