choreography & Coaching

Beyond the stage, I have found a deep passion for choreographing and teaching. I’ve had the privilege of working with a variety of respected organizations, including Center City Ballet & Movement Arts, Urbana Fine Arts Center, Lyric Theatre at Illinois, and Champaign Urbana Theatre Company.

My teaching spans from young children to adults, with a curriculum rooted in a love for dance and movement, supported by a strong foundation in technique. I strive to create a nurturing, challenging, and inspiring environment where dancers can grow not only as artists, but also as individuals.

For my younger students, I emphasize the development of artistic intelligence alongside academic growth—helping them build confidence, creativity, and discipline through dance.

With pre-professional dancers, I focus intensively on precision, technique, artistry, individuality, and storytelling—essential tools for those preparing for a career in the performing arts.

My adult classes emphasize kinesthetic awareness and the role of movement in daily life. While we continue to develop technique and expressive ability, there’s also a strong focus on how dance can support physical well-being and mental clarity.

As a choreographer, I specialize in contemporary, musical theatre, and jazz, with extensive experience in ballet and hip hop. I am trained in both the Vaganova and Balanchine methods for ballet and have expert-level experience in Broadway jazz, street jazz, and Fosse styles.

My work includes coaching and choreographing for the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP), with small ensemble works placing as high as 3rd overall at the 2025 YAGP Chicago Regional.

My goal—whether in the studio or on stage—is to inspire dancers to find their voice, embrace their artistry, and move through life with confidence and purpose

Choreography reel !!

Coming soon……!!

work with me!

Are you directing a show and need a choreographer? Prepping for prescreens? Just want to take some classes? Shoot me a message and let’s connect!!

need some ideas? want a good deal??

premade packages just for you :)

  • Not sure what you’re looking for? Want to get a chance to talk about your goals face to face? Want an assessment of your skills prior to scheduling lessons?

    A consultation is the way to go!

    15$ for 30 min session

    If you book another service, the $15 goes toward your 1st lesson.

    Zoom option available

  • Want to jump right in? One hour lessons start at $60

    *Additional studio, travel, and choreography fees can apply.

    Zoom option avaliable

  • Consistency is key for progress! Purchase a pack of 5 or 10 lessons and get a discounted rate!

    5 Hours : $270

    10 hours: $540

    *Additional studio, travel, and choreography fees can apply.

    Zoom option avaliable

  • So you’re prepping for college!!

    As someone who went through the college audition process, I understand just how stressful, exciting, and overwhelming it can be.

    In this package you will receive 4 coachings:

    1st coaching | Introduction : We will get to know each other. I will learn more about your previous dance experience and what you’re hoping to gain.

    2nd coaching | Instruction : You will learn the combination. This comes with a 1 min combination in any style, and an additional 30 second combination in ballet, tap, or acrobatics, in alignment with the standard prescreen guidelines.

    3rd coaching | Illumination: After you have some time to practice and learn on your own, we will meet to coach, guide, and perfect your piece. Focusing on both technique and storytelling, this is where, I help YOU to shine through.

    4th coaching | Image : Finally when you feel confident and ready to record, we will film it together! Offering coaching and reminders to ensure we get the best take possible. Video editing available for $10.

    $350 for entire package

    *Additional studio, travel, and choreography fees can apply.

    Zoom option avaliable

  • Offering choreography for individual routines starting at 30 seconds - full songs, competition solos, group numbers, showcase performances, music videos, live shows, operas, and musicals.

    Please contact sfcoconnor@gmail.com for a quote.

    *Additional studio, travel, and choreography fees can apply.

    Zoom option avaliable

    For out of state and international travel email sfcoconnor@gmail.com

Testimonials & Reviews

Student program bio :)

Review of “Mean Girls” by Chambana Moms 2025

Champaign urbana theatre company’s mean girls

urbana fine arts center recitals 2023-2025

lyric theatre @ illinois freshman showcase class of 2026

lyric theatre @ illinois freshman showcase class of 2028