A note from the Director

Joseph Dineen Arts (JDA) is embarking on our very first official season and it's all thanks to the incredible relationships I've formed with a multitude of dancers & their families over the past 20+ years. As part of the #JosephsGEM brand, I've invested in developing a personal connection with every one of my clients & students over the years. By teaching a physical regimen focused on technicality, creating an artistic space for creativity & by communicating the intricacies of this process for not just the dancer, but also for their parent(s) to join in and help navigate & create a space for the dancer/human to grow & thrive, I've come into a space & confidence to bring this training program forward into our humble dance industry up here in the PNW. 

I believe in dance (& in life),  the only constant is change. Growth is an inevitable process of learning to dance & it would be impossible for anyone not to change after learning how to dance from one's heart & soul. This is the philosophy that drives the methodic approach I teach my GEMS in dance. I encourage my students to love the details. And in order to do so, we must train our technical dance foundations rigorously along with pushing the boundaries of our athleticism & artistry. We must do this all while loving ourselves & leading with kindness along the way. This is what I've learned while dancing professionally for 20 years & coaching/choreographing in competitive dance. Behind all my awards, accolades & recognition in dance, there is a somatic regimen & strong-willed approach to honing the talent, creating the discipline & fueling my passion that I am sharing within my training program. 

This will be my 22nd year of teaching/coaching dance & choreographing and I am absolutely thrilled & blessed to be able to start my own dance training program in this season of life & dance! Through JDA & my #JosephsGEMS brand, I hope to showcase my knowledge & artistry on a national scale while creating a bridge from training to professional & college-level for dancers all over Washington state. Thank you so much for taking the time & allowing me to share my excitement with you! Cheers to dance, love & good vibes! - Mr. Joseph