My Nonprofit Reviews
Liz Jacobelly
Review for San Diego Dance Theatre, San Diego, CA, USA
I came to San Diego Dance Theater a few years ago. Although I had dance experience in tap and ballet I had never taken any type of modern dance lessons. I was forty four years old and a little apprehensive and shy about trying something new. I tried a class at their free day of dance that they put on once a year, the day after Christmas. Once I stepped into the class I felt very at ease with the dance instructor, Minaqua Mcpherson. She explained everything so well and guided the class to learn warm ups and steps. Even though she had many people in the class she was able to connect with all her students. She was also very upbeat and enthusiastic.
After that point on I decided that was the perfect modern class for me and I wanted to continue it. As I continued to take classes from her I was amazed that something so foreign to me was being taught so well by the instructor. As modern dance may look easy to the outsider that is observing it, it is a whole entire experience when you are trying to learn it. Especially from a person like me coming in at an older age and not having the agility and memory that a younger person has. The class is not just watch the instructor and copy what she does. Minaqua will correct me when I am doing something wrong, which I am glad. Usually when a student is doing something wrong they do not realize unless it is pointed out to them. She will not only go over and physically show her students the right way, she also has verbal example’s that relate to the step or movement she is teaching. I found that to be the best way to understand and learn the movement. Otherwise I would have felt lost and given up.
Even more important, SDDT reaches out to people unlike me that do not have the finances to pay for classes. Through their scholarships programs and outreach programs, many people benefit from SDDT. I hope it is around for a long time. They have made an impact and difference in my life, I can only imagine what it does for the individual that benefits through their outreach.
Sincerely
Elizabeth Jacobelly
SDDT Student.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have improved a lot over the years. I have had the opportunity to perform in two showcases for an intimate audience put on by SDDT. I hope there will be many more performances to come. I have not only gained skills in modern dance but have met many friendly people in class and at the SDDT. I am also exercising my body physically and mentally while having a good time. There are all ages of people in the class and I am not the oldest. The studio is like home to me and I look forward to my classes.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would not chnage anything about this organization.
Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
How did you learn about this organization?
Through teaching dance classes at the Dance Place San Diego.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
