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Elaine Heekin has performed, choreographed, and taught contemporary dance throughout the United States. Having joined the faculty in 1985, she earned a master’s degree in dance choreography at the University of California at Los Angeles and a bachelor’s degree at the State University of New York at Brockport, in addition to certification in Laban Movement Analysis from the University of Seattle. Her works have been set at numerous colleges and selected for festivals in such cities as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Heekin has published several articles addressing the effects of Bartenieff Fundamentals (body therapy) on older adults, and is a certified instructor in Pilates.

Recent Courses Taught

Intermediate/Advanced Dance Technique
Dance Composition
Movement Analysis
Pilates for Dance
Introduction to Dance

Research Interests

Body Movement (enhance awareness/core strength) for mature adults

 

Selected Choreography

  • 2013, “Reflection” (original composition, Samuel Pellman)
  • 2011, “The Ritual”, Nuttin’ But Stringz, Zumba Mami
  • 2010, “Season of Glass” (revised)
  • 2009, “Synergy” (revised)
  • 2008, “Perijove” (original composition, Samuel Pellman)

Professional Affiliations

American College Dance Festival Association
Pilates Method Alliance

Professional Experience

  • Adjunct lecturer in dance, Colgate University, 2011-present
  • Body movement, Alterra Villas, 2010-present
  • Pilates/stretch, Paragon Health Club, 2004-present
  • Professor of dance, Hamilton College, 1985-present

Appointed to the Faculty

1985

Educational Background

C.L.M.A., (Certified Laban Movement Analyst), University of Seattle
M.A., University of California at Los Angeles
B.A., State University of New York at Brockport

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