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5678 NATION
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About Us
5678 Nation is created to give dancers the best environment to nurture their talent to be the best dancer and humans they can be. We offer opportunities to be seen and create a holistic educational community alternative for dancers, offering injury prevention, rehabilitation, and dance technique coaching.
This is not a dance class, this is the community. We provide a respectful and private environment where dancers can feel safe. We pay close attention to the challenges of dancers paining points in their technique, form, and fundamentals by focusing on the details to improve the quality of movement and a higher level of class experience delivering accelerated learning results.
Our Mission
Statement
Our culture revolves around the belief that dance has the power to unite people, and our slogan "One Nation Under Dance" reflects that.
We believe that through dance,
We can bridge cultural and social divides and create a space where everyone can come together to express themselves.
5678 Nation is more than just a place to learn dance; it's a place to connect with others, build relationships, and be part of a community that celebrates the transformative power of movement.
Our mission goes beyond
promoting dance as an art form - we prioritize the mental health of our dancers, empowering them to reach their full potential both physically and mentally. By affirming the importance of dancer mental health, we aim to ensure that our dancers have the necessary tools to thrive in their careers
We recognize that good
technique not only enhances your performance, but also contributes to a healthier and longer-lasting career as we believe that a motivated and confident mindset is crucial to success in the art form.
The value in what we offer
Focus on
Fundamentals
Understanding Muscle Memory
Accelerated Learning Results
Holistic
Injury Prevention,
About Our Founder
Zelda Simms is a highly-trained professional dancer with a diverse range of skills
and experiences in the world of dance. Her formal training began at the prestigious Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington D.C., where she specialized in ballet, contemporary, tap, and jazz. She further honed her craft as a dance major with a concentration in choreography and staging at Anne Arundel Community College.
Throughout her dance career, Zelda has had the privilege of working as a backup dancer for
renowned artists such as T.I., Fantasia, Lil' Mo, Memphis Bleek, and Juelz Santana, among others. Her talent extends beyond performing, as she has also made a name for herself as a choreographer. Notable collaborations include working with X Factor contestant David Correy of Urban Rock Records, and producer Kolten Perine. In these roles, Zelda has excelled as a Choreographer, Artist Developer, Performance Coach, Creative Director, and Tour/Stage creator for various artists.
With over 20 years of professional experience, Zelda has also dedicated herself to teaching and training aspiring dancers.
Many of her students have gone on to achieve success in the industry, landing roles in hit musicals such as The Lion King, Brothers of the Night, and as members of the Brooklynettes Dance team.
These talented individuals have even been featured in prominent publications like Dance Magazine. Zelda's passion for dance education has led her to expand her repertoire, branching out into adjudicating and mentoring as well.
Driven by her love for working with dancers one-on-one and recognizing that dancers are athletes,
Zelda founded 5678 Nation. This platform allows her to provide personalized attention and support to dancers, focusing on their unique needs. With a keen eye for detail,
Zelda offers valuable feedback on technique, provides targeted exercises to strengthen specific muscles, and emphasizes the importance of conditioning, anatomy, and the fundamentals of clean execution in turns, leaps, and jumps.
By instilling hands-on understanding and muscle memory techniques, Zelda ensures the longevity of dancers' careers and empowers dancers to reach their highest potential.
Get in touch with us
Phone
240-367-3873
Email
zeldanadine.5678@gmail.com
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