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Kristen Céré

Kristen Céré

Montreal,QC

Summary

Accomplished dance teacher, yoga and fitness instructor, choreographer skilled in developing innovative dance programs and instructing various skill levels. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that promotes learning and growth through engaging movement experiences.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Multi-Barre at

Ballet Divertimento
Montreal, QC
08.2025 - Current
  • Designed engaging fitness classes for diverse client groups.
  • Instructed clients on proper exercise techniques and safety practices.
  • Created a positive and motivating environment for participants.

Coordinator of the professional dance program for

Ballet Divertimento
Montreal, Quebec
08.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated scheduling for rehearsals and performances, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Managed communication between dancers, choreographers, and administrative staff effectively.

Yoga Teacher for

Espace Bien-Être
Montreal, Quebec
08.2022 - Current
  • Instructed diverse yoga classes for various skill levels and age groups.
  • Developed tailored yoga programs to meet individual client needs and goals.
  • Guided clients in mindfulness practices to enhance overall well-being and relaxation.
  • Hatha Yoga

Adpated Movement Facilitator for

Parkinson en Mouvement, Cummings Center and Private Workshops
Montreal, QC
11.2016 - Current
  • Led interactive workshops on movement techniques for individuals with Parkinson's disease.

Contemporary Dance Teacher

Ballet Divertimento
Montreal, QC
08.2016 - Current
  • Designed engaging contemporary dance lesson plans for diverse student age groups. Children - Adults - Professional Training

Ballet Teacher

Ballet Divertimento
Montreal, Quebec
08.2016 - Current
  • Instructed students in classical ballet techniques and performance skills. Children - Adults - Professional training

Choreographer for

Professional dance companies, festivals and professional dance schools
International
01.2002 - Current

Choreographed work for:

  • Les Grands Ballets Canadiens (Canada)
  • Nederlands Dans Theater Choreography Workshop (Holland)
  • Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal (Canada)
  • Dresden SemperOper Ballet (Germany)
  • L'École de Danse de Québec (Canada)
  • Korzo Theater (Holland)
  • Festival Quartiers Danses (Canada)

and many others...

Choreographer at

L'École de Danse de Québec
Québec, Quebec
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Creation of Fuscia Noise for the graduating students.

Choreographer

Les Grands Ballets Canadiens
Montreal, QC
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Creation of DELIGHTFUL DISRUPTION for Les Grands Ballets Canadiens

Professional Dancer

Freelance
International
06.2006 - 03.2023
  • Fesitival Quartiers Danses (Canada)
  • Korzo Theater (Holland)
  • Holland Dance Festival (Holland)
  • Last Touch First - Jiri Kylian

Professional Dancer for

Nerderlands Dans Theater (Holland), Tanz Graz (Austria), Le Jeune Ballet du Québec (Canada)
International
08.2001 - 06.2006

Judge for

Bravissimo Dance Competition
Terrebonne, Quebec
2019 - 2019
  • Evaluated performances to ensure adherence to competition standards.
  • Provided constructive feedback to dancers and choreographers.
  • Collaborated with fellow judges to maintain consistent scoring.
  • Facilitated discussions on performance criteria and judging processes.

Education

A 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) - Yoga

Naada Yoga
Montreal, QC
04-2021

Crisis Intervention Certificate - Education

English Montreal School Board
Montreal, QC
03-2021

High School Diploma -

École Supérieure De Ballet Du Québec
Montreal, QC
06-2020

Certificate of Adapted Movement Teaching - Adapted Movement

Parkinson En Mouvement
Montreal, QC
04-2016

State Diploma For teaching dance - Dance

Centre National De La Danse De Paris
Paris, France
08-2009

Multi-Barre Teaching Certificate - Health And Fitness

Yoga Club
Montreal, QC
03-2026

Skills

  • Hatha Yoga teaching
  • Chair Yoga teaching
  • Barre fitness instructor
  • Classical Ballet teaching
  • Contemporary dance teaching
  • Choreography development
  • Conscious movement teacher
  • Contact Improv teacher
  • Dance fitness integration
  • Adaptive movement for individuals with special needs
  • Program coordination
  • Performance scheduling
  • Client training
  • Client coordination
  • Schedule management
  • Time management
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Effective communication
  • Mindfulness techniques

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

Crisis Intervention

Accomplishments

1st prize of the public at the 12th Masdanza international choreography competition

Timeline

Multi-Barre at

Ballet Divertimento
08.2025 - Current

Coordinator of the professional dance program for

Ballet Divertimento
08.2024 - Current

Choreographer at

L'École de Danse de Québec
01.2024 - 03.2024

Choreographer

Les Grands Ballets Canadiens
11.2022 - 05.2023

Yoga Teacher for

Espace Bien-Être
08.2022 - Current

Adpated Movement Facilitator for

Parkinson en Mouvement, Cummings Center and Private Workshops
11.2016 - Current

Contemporary Dance Teacher

Ballet Divertimento
08.2016 - Current

Ballet Teacher

Ballet Divertimento
08.2016 - Current

Professional Dancer

Freelance
06.2006 - 03.2023

Choreographer for

Professional dance companies, festivals and professional dance schools
01.2002 - Current

Professional Dancer for

Nerderlands Dans Theater (Holland), Tanz Graz (Austria), Le Jeune Ballet du Québec (Canada)
08.2001 - 06.2006

Judge for

Bravissimo Dance Competition
2019 - 2019

A 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) - Yoga

Naada Yoga

Crisis Intervention Certificate - Education

English Montreal School Board

High School Diploma -

École Supérieure De Ballet Du Québec

Certificate of Adapted Movement Teaching - Adapted Movement

Parkinson En Mouvement

State Diploma For teaching dance - Dance

Centre National De La Danse De Paris

Multi-Barre Teaching Certificate - Health And Fitness

Yoga Club
Kristen Céré