TED 01 | Becoming A Teacher with Pierre Henry - Part 1

The Empowered Dancers Podcast

How does one become a Bachata dance teacher?
Join us as renowned Bachata and Salsa instructor Pierre Henry share his inspiring journey to becoming a dance teacher. He talks about his passion for dance, teaching philosophy, and the importance and approach to creating a learning environment for dance classes.
This episode is part one of a two-part interview where Bobbie and Pierre explore his unique approach to teaching, emphasizing the critical role of musicality in Bachata.
Whether you're an instructor or a student, Pierre's knowledge and experience will provide guidance and inspiration, offering valuable insights for dancers seeking to elevate their connection to music and dance and inspire the next generation of dance teachers.
What to expect in this episode:
00:00 – Introduction.
01:07 - From musician to Bachata master.
02:54 - Starting the teacher's journey as an assistant to his wife.
04:33 - How Pierre's past experiences helped shape him to become a well-rounded teacher.
09:56 - Importance of musicality in Bachata.
13:09 - Handling unwanted or inappropriate comments in dance class.
14:52 - Change in the language we use in class.
16:08 - Non-gender normative roles in dancing.
(end of part 1)
About Pierre Henry
Pierre Henry is a dancer, teacher, and DJ based in London. He is an internationally renowned Bachata and Salsa expert and instructor known for his calm teaching style and deep understanding of music. A lifelong musician, he has over 15 years of experience helping dancers develop their musicality and elevate their Bachata dancing through workshops and has been DJing since 2015.
Connect with Pierre Henry
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salsaaddict
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BachataAddictUK
Website: https://emusicality.co.uk/
About Bobbie Miles
Bobbie Miles is a social dancer and local teacher based in Bristol. The Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba scene is special to so many, Bobbie included. However, the more she danced, the more she became aware of inappropriate behaviours in the scene, ranging from low-level “creepiness” to undeniable abuses of power. After being bullied by a teacher one time too many, Bobbie realised that she would no longer keep quiet and be subject to any sort of misconduct, and nor should anyone else. Bobbie is an advocate for speaking up, boundary setting, and respect in the dance scene. Through The Empowered Dancers Podcast, she promotes transparency, understanding, and accountability and as a public speaker, she talks about putting boundary setting and respect into practice, both on and off the dance floor.
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