J'MYA BROWN

J'Mya has been performing the art of dance since the age of three and had early training in several dance forms. J'Mya earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership with a minor in dance from Temple University. During her time at the university, she held the positions of two-year captain and choreographer on the Temple Diamond Gems Dance Team. Throughout her tenure in the program, she played a pivotal role in guiding the team to achieve its most prestigious position, securing 4th place in the national championships. She possesses expertise in jazz, pom, hip-hop, ballet, and lyrical/contemporary dance styles, and has both studied and instructed these styles to students ranging from competitive level to university level. In addition, she had a successful career as a competitive dancer, earning numerous esteemed titles, accolades, and scholarships from renowned competitions and conventions. During this period, highly regarded musicians such as Chris Judd, Brian Friedman, Debbie Allen, and Mia Michaels granted her multiple scholarships. She has received instruction from renowned choreographers, including Brian Friedman, Tricia Miranda, Travis Wall, Shane Sparks, Tabitha, Napoleon D'Umo, Frank Gatson, Kevin, Marcel Wilson, and Mandy Moore.

In addition, J'Mya's choreography has been executed by both students and professionals. Furthermore, she possesses a vast amount of expertise in teaching and mentoring dancers of various age groups in hip hop, jazz, tap, and modern/contemporary genres. J'Mya continues to excel in the dance profession. When J'Mya is not engaged in her personal creative endeavors, she travels places offering her expertise through giving master workshops, choreographing, refining routines, and serving as a judge in contests. Currently, she holds a teaching position at the prestigious Thrive Dance, Cheer, and Tumble Studio in Evansville, Indiana. Furthermore, she has recently obtained a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from LSU and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Organizational Leadership at CIU. J'Mya aspires to ignite others' pursuit of their aspirations through her ardent love and devotion to dance.