Meet the Fam: Ms. Patricia

Each month, we'll be (re)introducing you to our incredible staff. Take peek into how they got involved in the dance community, how they landed at JFSOD and a few fun facts about them.

What classes do you teach?

Ballet for senior prep, apprentice and senior company

When did you start dancing?

7 years old - I did it because my two friends were taking classes.

Favorite thing about JFSOD?

The camaraderie of the students.

Favorite hobby outside of dance?

Pilates

What's one thing that people would be surprised to know about you?

I grew up riding and showing horses.

Favorite food?

Pasta

What's your guilty pleasure?

Ghirardelli chocolate

Dance idol?

Margot Fonteyn and Rudolf Nureyev

What's one thing you admire about another JFSOD family member?

Mrs. Kathy - her ability to control a class and perseverance in achieving her goals for the students.