Koji Shimonaka
Dance Instructor
Osaka,36
Summary
Achieved significant student retention and competition success as a Dance Instructor at Arthur Murray Osaka KK, utilizing motivational strategies and ballroom dance instruction. Excelled in creating engaging choreographies and personalized coaching, enhancing student performance and safety. Demonstrated exceptional customer service and clear communication, fostering a relationship of trust that have lasted over the course of career.
In the process has achieved many accolades of recognition from various competitions, both domestic and abroad.
Background includes dance performance, recital planning, performance management and classroom instruction. Passionate about instilling a love of dance in people of all ages, as well as techniques and strength for long-term benefits.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Instructor
Arthur Murray Osaka KK
Osaka, 12
10.2012 - Current
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies during warm-ups and cool-downs, ensuring safe practice for all participants in the course of 12 years.
- Worked to upkeep good communication with other staff members to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Increased student retention rate with engaging choreography that challenged their abilities while maintaining enjoyment.
- Participated in showcases with students several times a year for the past 12 years.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to cater to individual student needs, resulting in improved dance skills and renewed contracts for company.
- Planned and oversaw group, couples, and individual dance performances.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions for competition preparation, leading to numerous awards and accolades for students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
Volunteer
La Familia En Accion
Medellin, Colombia
03.2007 - 03.2011
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Increased donations to foundation by over 30% in 4 years working as volunteer.
- Was involved in education of values to children from some of poorest and most dangerous neighborhoods in Medellin
Education
High School Diploma -
CLE
Correspondence Course 04.2001 -
Skills
Clear Communication
Accomplishments
- Been Top Instructor of the company for several years in a row.
- Been finalists or champion of various dance competitions held both domestically and abroad from 2018 to 2024.
- Achieved high client satisfaction by working closely with other members of the team to guarantee the most excellent quality of service.
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Japanese
Advanced
C1
Certification
Full Silver Instructor Certificate from Arthur Murray
Interests
Exploring
People
Global culture
Hiking
I love the reward of a beautiful view at the top of a mountain after a strenuous hike up. I feel like by facing the natural elements it makes me a stronger and a more resilient person in the face of challenges at work or personal life. I also do it to face my fear of heights.
My dream is to hike all the famous 100 peaks of Japan, and possibly one day the Alps.
Timeline
Full Silver Instructor Certificate from Arthur Murray
03-2023
Dance Instructor
Arthur Murray Osaka KK
10.2012 - Current
Volunteer
La Familia En Accion
03.2007 - 03.2011
High School Diploma -
CLE
04.2001 -
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