Marisa Moniz

An SDA alumni, Marisa has continued her education as an Early Childhood Educator as well as obtained her degree in Child Development at Seneca College. Marisa is furthering her education by attending Teachers College at York University. She continues her passion working with younger dancers to build confidence and create an inclusive environment for all dancers. She believes working with younger dancers is the key to building confidence. She encourages positive development with the dancers by learning through music and movement.

Marisa has been teaching at Somerville Dance Academy for the past 5 years and specialized in working with younger dancers. To further her knowledge in the classroom she attends multiple workshops to incorporate new learning styles in the studio in a way that will allow the dancers to take that knowledge to express themselves in a positive and fun way.