Jazz Instructor
Nicolette Hernandez-Kaempf
Nicolette began dancing at the age of 3, and began rigorously training at age 5. She has trained in Jazz, contemporary and ballet and competed with jazz/contemporary studios for 12 years. She was born and raised in Santa Cruz and has danced at No Limits, IAD, Coastal Vibe and Santa Cruz Ballet Company.
She grew up attending dance conventions and taking classes from world-renowned choreographers. They now dance at Motion Pacific and have participated in choreography showcases performing pieces by local artists. Nicolette comes from a family of educators and is super excited to be a part of dance education at the Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center.
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