Is dance a joyful endorphin release that you can’t wait to do again and again? Are you an experienced dancer interested in sharing your passion and skills in an accessible way with a wider audience? Want to help build a community of movers and shakers of all ages and abilities? Join our movement!

We are auditioning dancers to train to become Rhythm & Motion instructors in Portland, OR!

AUDITION FOR THE TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM

When: Friday, August 25. 4:30-6:00pm
Where: Bodyvox Dance Center - 1201 NW 17th Ave. Portland, OR 97209
Audition fee: FREE.
To Register: Fill out this brief form. We’ll follow-up with audition details and the application. Final deadline to register is Thursday, August 24, 5pm.

Can’t be at the audition in person? Audition by video. Email us for details.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong dance training in a variety of dance forms. Performance experience is a plus.

• Desire to teach movement to beginners and professionals alike

• Clear and punctuated movement

• Strong sense of musicality and rhythm

• Enjoyment of full-out dancing

• An openness to embody and represent a variety of dance and movement forms.

• Team spirit

• Teaching experience is helpful, but not necessary to train in this program

• Available to teach at the Bodyvox Dance Center.

TEACHER TRAINING

After the audition, and if accepted into the R&M Teacher Training Program, dancers undergo intensive training to build the skills required to be a certified Rhythm & Motion class instructor.  Dancers who are new to teaching will learn how to organize knowledge intrinsic to their body and effectively articulate it to an “all-levels welcome” dance class. Experienced dance teachers will refine and develop an even stronger skill set for teaching dance classes. Additionally, through the R&M training you will receive:

• Individualized attention and mentorship to help amplify your unique teaching voice

• Effective cueing and teaching techniques that emphasize accessibility and inclusion

• Comprehensive instructor manual

• Access to R&M’s extensive library of music and choreography

• Support from a dedicated, vibrant community of like-minded dance artists and teachers

• Access to messages, chat and conversations with the Master Trainer and experienced instructors.

• Free R&M classes at the Bodyvox Dance Center to supplement your learning/teaching experience.

• Other additional employee benefits provided by the studio and ongoing teaching, marketing and administrative support upon completion of your training.

The 2023 training will take place in the fall of 2023. In-studio training at the Bodyvox Dance Center will be held for 2-3 hrs/day the weekend of September 8-10 and 15-16, followed by a period of mentored independent study. The training concludes with a final skills assessment.

A $250 training fee is required for those who are accepted into the training program via the audition. Upon completion of the full teacher training and after teaching your first R&M class through Bodyvox Dance Center, this training fee will be fully refunded.

WHAT IS RHYTHM & MOTION?

R&M has been in Portland, OR exclusively at the Bodyvox Dance Center since March 2023 and we are looking for more inspirational dancers to help lead our movement!

Rhythm & Motion Dance Workout classes (R&M for short) were founded in San Francisco, CA in 1979 and have been named “San Francisco’s favorite dance workout” by local media outlets and countless students for decades. The class balances the challenge of learning choreography and movement techniques with the dance-floor euphoria of a good party - they are fun, fast-paced, welcoming, extra sweaty and open to all students of all levels and abilities.

Taught by experienced dancers and performing artists, R&M features a broad range of movement styles with choreography inspired by popular music from around the globe. The (mostly) follow-along class format starts with a well-balanced warm-up and leads to high energy stamina and strength building choreography. Through these classes, we create positive vibes, build community, and introduce people to the world of dance through the lenses of both the instructor and Rhythm & Motion’s 40+ year legacy.

Learn more about us:

• Take a class at Bodyvox Dance Center. We currently offer 5 classes a week!

• Take a glimpse at our classes and listen to students and teachers share their experience:

  • “I Am A Dancer” mini documentary

  • Segment on “Destination: SF” (CBS KPIX 5 San Francisco)

Questions? Contact us! We’d love to hear from you!