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S.O.U.L Ballroom
- Columbia, MD
- Choreographer
- Travels up to 120 miles
- $200 and up - dependent upon type of service
Overview
Hey Hey!
I graduated from Barry University with a Bachelors in Fine Arts specializing in Dance Theatre in 2012. I have been dancing since the age of two. As an entrepreneur, I have created a company that expresses my inner love, my SOUL (Speaking Our Unexplained Language through Art) Movement. I have choreographed dances for weddings, birthdays, kid events, etc. The dances I teach are Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, West Coast Swing, Swing, Viennese Waltz (ballroom dancing), modern jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and Latin dancing (Bachata, Merengue, Salsa, Rumba).
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6 Reviews
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Jay for my daughter's sweet sixteen. From the very beginning, she was incredibly patient and kind with the entire court and accommodating to our schedule.
Jay is wonderful teacher, and she was prompt, reliable and made this experience stress free. Her positive energy was contagious, and she created a fun and enjoyable learning environment for all of the kids.
I cannot recommend Jay enough. If you're looking for a dance instructor who is patient, kind, and truly cares about her students, look no further. She helped to make my daughter's sweet sixteen a truly unforgettable experience.
Choreographer
Response from S.O.U.L Ballroom:
OMG!! Thank you oh so much :) this means soooo much and I genuinely appreciate you and I appreciate you selecting my service! It was truly amazing and beyond fun working with you and the court!!!!!
We planned a quinceanera and I would say what I thought would be the most stressful part in getting a dance choreographer selected, became the best part of the planning (and it was extremely stressful before we found Ms. Jay). We could not have asked for a more professional, patient and kind leader to teach our group of 10. The dances Mrs. Jay brought to life were so beautiful and unforgettable! We are sad the event is over bc we don't get to see Ms. Jay on Saturdays. She was a delight and a true gifted dancer!!! and we are grateful to have found GIGSALAD as well! Thank you again! Can't wait until our next Quince in a few years!
Choreographer
Excellent dancer. Was very receptive to what I wanted her attire and style if dance to be for my afro swank theme graduation party. Very professional and a wonderful dancer. Highly recommend.
If you are looking for an emotional dance that tells a story, you need to hire her. She added the perfect touch to our romantic wedding at the most beautiful venue. All my guests enjoyed her performance.
Modern Dancer, Dancer
Needed her to compose a few dances for my wedding reception. She is very patient, has a great personality, and is really creative.Realky went above and beyond. I can tell her heart is in it and that she is doing what she loves.
Modern Dancer, Dancer
I doubled her fee in the form of a tip. She was amazing and her energy was electric!!! I was beyond happy. Her dance added a special element to my 50th Birthday Celebration...
Modern Dancer
Booking Info
Price Range: $200 and up - dependent upon type of service
Languages: English, Spanish
What to Expect
You will experience a variety of skilled talents that was pursued over the years, from modern jazz to the elegance and grace of Ballroom and Latin dancing. You will be blown away with the unique style that I teach and dance when the music plays. I consider my voice to be expressed from the movement of what my body feels when the music touches my soul, the stage is my canvas, and the audience are there to read my story.
About
Jaymesa Michie began her talents at the age of 2. Her training began at the YMCA in Silver Spring, MD. For 12 years she was trained in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Modern dance. Attended Barry University in Miami, FL, where she received her BFA specializing in Dance Theatre. Through her college years, she became part of the O' shea Couture Modeling Troupe, INTuition Dance Troupe, part of the choir at Elizabeth City State University and selected as a vocalist for the ECSU ensemble. She then transferred to Barry University and then became part of BURDE Dance Company (soloist for certain pieces) under Yvonne Goodridge, Barry University Dance Team, Barry University Cheerleading Squad, and Opulent Image Models, Inc.
She then took her talents to New York, NY. For two years, she was trained under Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Broadway Dance Center. She then became part of The Brooklyn Cyclones Dance Team, Brooklyn Bolts Dance Team, and the ChoreoJoey Project. If she wasn’t dancing, she was teaching others how to dance Hip Hop and Modern Dance (Fit4life NYC and Dancing Classrooms) and then became introduced to Ballroom dancing.
Moved back to Maryland and became part of the Dance Institute of Washington Dance Camp as well as a ballroom dance instructor at Arthur Murray Dance Center in Silver Spring, MD. She also became a finalist for the Washington Wizards Dance Team, Nominee of Miss Maryland USA 2013, part of the Baltimore Fashion Week 2017, New York Fashion Week 2017 and Stomp the Runway 2017. Since she enjoyed writing as well, she became fond with writing poetry where one of her poems was selected to be published in a book called “Stars in our Hearts”. She enjoys teaching others how to build self- love and enjoy the craft that they’re in.
Additional Booking Notes
PLEASE answer the following questions before receiving a quote:
- Do you have a budget?
- When did you want to begin rehearsals?
- What is your dance selection (salsa, bachata, merengue, etc.)?
- How frequently would you like the classes (once a month, once a week, bi-weekly, etc.)?
- What is the duration of your dance selection (5min., 10min., etc.)?
Services Offered
Upcoming Booked Events
January 10, 2025 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Convention/Trade Show |
June 27, 2025 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Camp Event |
Past Booked Events
November 12, 2024 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
August 03, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Wedding Reception |
June 07, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 07, 2024 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Quinceañera |
March 23, 2024 • 5:00pm - 9:30pm | Quinceañera |
September 07, 2019 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Graduation |
August 04, 2018 • 2:00pm - 2:15pm | Wedding Reception |
July 30, 2018 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Wedding Reception |
March 31, 2018 • 7:00pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
March 11, 2018 • 7:30pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |