Adrian Hoffman '12 Returns to Teach Master Dance Class
Professional dancer and CSW alum Adrian Hoffman ’12 returned to campus in September to teach a master dance class to interested students. Close to 25 students attended the class, during which Adrian led participants through an active warm up involving stretching, movement, and cardio exercises, before launching into choreography.
Professional dancer and CSW alum Adrian Hoffman ’12 returned to campus in September to teach a master dance class to interested students. Close to 25 students attended the class, during which Adrian led participants through an active warm up involving stretching, movement, and cardio exercises, before launching into choreography.
“Having the opportunity to return and pass on any fragment of what my teachers imparted on me is a true gift and something I have actively made time for every chance I'm able to make it back to town,” Adrian says. “Nailah Bellinger breeds such a passion in her students and doesn't let them accept anything less than their best attempt in learning and pushing their boundaries, regardless of concern over the outcome. It's a lesson that has served me deeply in my career and one that makes the students a joy to teach!”
“Having the opportunity to return and pass on any fragment of what my teachers imparted on me is a true gift and something I have actively made time for every chance I'm able to make it back to town,” Adrian says. “Nailah Bellinger breeds such a passion in her students and doesn't let them accept anything less than their best attempt in learning and pushing their boundaries, regardless of concern over the outcome. It's a lesson that has served me deeply in my career and one that makes the students a joy to teach!”
Adrian currently splits his time between Seattle, where he is a dancer in the contemporary dance company, Whim W’Him, and Los Angeles, where he works as a freelance performer in music videos, on stage, and in film. He also regularly performs with Invertigo Dance Theater, Pony BOx Dance Theater, and Luminario Ballet in Los Angeles. He has a BFA in dance and a double minor in Philosophy/Math from The Ailey School/Fordham University. Watch Adrian’s dance reel here.
CSW thanks Adrian for sharing his expertise and leading a fantastic class!
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