WHO WE ARE

Burlesque gives me the outlet for healing with movement - opening up my sacral chakra and activating my solar plexus, healing and thriving with every movement.
Burlesque is a performing art form that transcends the arts. Through this art form you are able to create, release, move, laugh, smile, cry. Be whoever you want to be for the 3 to 6 minutes you are performing. You begin to discover so much about yourself. As an Instructor I enjoy teaching sexy chair routines, covering topics that include tease, sensuality, self-reflection, eye contact and protection. I enjoy providing a safe space where students can experience the freedom of self discovery through burlesque. From healing through movement, self love, affirmation, and mirror works rituals, my mission is to teach students how to flow and connect with themselves!

A lifelong performer Juniper Fizz joined the Atlanta School of Burlesque as a student the Spring Semester of 2022 and speed ran her way to graduation in Spring of 2023. She has been running ever since. Burlesque as a space for the sexy, the silly and the serious holds great appeal and they look forward to adding their own contributions as a teacher, not only of movement and make up, but of self love, confidence and exploration. A big believer in making art with community, Juniper is so excited to share what she knows and to continue learning.

Burlesque as I interpret it, is an art plied through aspects of intention, engagement, and a range of emotions. It is an active interplay where the performer holds the viewer in their hands. Therein lies much power. My purpose is to inspire students to be comfortable, confident, and composed and to radiate that energy off or on any stage they find themselves.

Teaching is all about helping people unlock their true potential. I take a lot of pride in guiding students to find their own confidence, creativity and charisma. Burlesque choreography doesn’t have to be perfect; finding your groove, your sensuality, and your interpretation of set choreography is more intriguing and captivating than hitting every single step. You’re sexy, sensual, and intoxicating at any size, and I’m here to help bring the self acceptance gospel to the masses. Humans should never stop learning and allowing themselves to adventure even a small step outside of their comfort zone; I’m here to push everyone to learn new skills, moves, and tricks that elevate your personal Burlesque game.

My philosophy is centered around empowerment, self-discovery, and harnessing the power of my students. Burlesque has had a profound impact on my perspective, and I aim to share this transformative experience with my students.

My mission is to facilitate growth and self-discovery in each class. I recognize that each student’s journey is different, so empathy and understanding are at the core of my teaching approach. I believe that creating a safe and supportive environment is essential for students to explore and express themselves freely. I want my students to leave each class not only with new tools and  skills but also with a deeper understanding of themselves as performers and individuals.

Recognition of self and body acceptance is the focus of my teaching philosophy. It is important for me as a dance educator to engage with students in a way that allows them to truly see themselves; to learn to accept the current iteration of their body and begin their journey toward redefining their relationship with their physical and emotional selves. I am continuously building relationships with my students of all levels who are reaching toward a common goal while creating a classroom of respect and trust. I strive to keep a positive perspective in class by encouraging uplifting communication and the ability to accept praise and thoughtful critique. I teach to connect, communicate, inspire and impart knowledge - not just of movement and sexuality, but of self-realization and acceptance.  My joy is found in joining students on their journey of transformation; finding their creative voices and the courage and strength to find beauty within themselves.

My mission as a dance teacher aligns with my personal mission: to inspire others by being confident, individualistic, sexy, and strong. I believe in balance in all things. Finding life's balance comes not just in the physicality of dance, but also in the mental, spiritual, and emotional aspects. I am a dance instructor and yoga teacher. In my yoga practice I speak about digging deep within and finding your authentic truth. As a performer, I don't think you truly become great until you find that authentic voice and show it to your audience through your story and acts. My classes are about how Burlesque can, and should be, a statement of personal truth. Whatever that truth is. My class goals are to get my students out of their heads and back into their bodies -to help them discover their bodies are a tool they can use to tell their own unique stories.

Finding other people who want to be a part of a group that works hard to make performance happen is something I have dreamed of! I love showing people that their bodies are capable of so much more than they believe, and I love showing women who have reached a certain age or size that they can still be sensual beings who revel in their sexuality, grace, and skin! If you are open to the experience, you will find comfort within yourself that you never expected.

As a dancer, I believe that movement is an essential part of caring for our souls, bodies, and minds. Through burlesque we are not only able to tell stories and entertain audiences, we are also able to connect with the innermost parts of ourselves. We are able to heal ourselves, and most importantly learn to love ourselves. As a teacher, I take great joy in facilitating this journey of finding self through choreography that pushes you to feel yourself, inside and out. To dig deep and release your inner god/goddess that has been waiting to erupt from within. Burlesque creates a unique tie to self-confidence because it gives you the opportunity to know your true self; your boundaries, what makes you smile, what makes you quiver, and what you want to share with the world. Burlesque is magic and the dancer is powerful. You are in control of your journey in your body.