Jeannine is the UDA State Director for the Northeast and Eastern seaboard regions.  Jeannine can help you throughout your entire season in numerous ways.  Here are just a few of the many things that Jeannine can do for you:

-Help you set up judges for your teams tryouts  
-Help you choose the best summer camp for your team
-Register your team for camp
-Register your team for any regional competition
-Update your invoices/registrations if you have changes
-Provide the tools you need to start, build, and maintain a successful dance team program at your school or in your community. 

Jeannine is one of the most experienced and knowledgable UDA State Directors. Read below to learn more about Jeannine.

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Dance & UDA Experience
- UDA head instructor and choreographer for over 15 years 
-UDA State Director for over 15 years
- Lead UDA Program Committee Consultant
- Veteran judge of numerous dance competitions throughout the nation
- Freelance dance teacher, choreographer and technique coach
- Associate choreographer for a Tony Award winning Broadway musical
- Over 20 years of professional dance training and experience

Get to Know Jeannine:
-Hometown: Sterling Heights, Michigan--Currently resides in New York City.
-Education: Undergraduate program: Western Michigan University, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Department of Dance. Graduate program: The American Musical & Dramatic Academy, Musical Theatre Performance, New York, NY.

-Job you had before UDA: Performing Artist; dancer, singer, actor.
-Best Moment in the last 3 years: Celebrating my 10 year mark of living in New York City. Moving to "The Big Apple" was my biggest dream that became a wonderful reality! New York is a special place that has truly enriched my life.
-Favorite place to eat when money isn't important: Estiatorio Milos, NY
-Your friends would use what 3 words to describe you: Funny, Motivational, Creative
-Best dance show on TV right now:  Dancing With The Stars
-Favorite comedian: Jerry Seinfeld
-Favorite style of dance: I love and appreciate all styles of dance. It's impossible to pick just one!
-Advice or thoughts for coaches/advisors:  Knowledge is power - - the more versed you are as a coach, the more valuable you will be to your program. Network with other coaches who also love doing what you do! The best way to start is by attending a UDA Summer Camp. I truly believe UDA is second to none. Our top-notch program gives coaches and dance teams across the country all the tools necessary for a successful and rewarding season. Best of luck!
-Favorite Quote: "The most wasted of all days is one without laughter." --  E. E. Cummings