Nicole Pagan, Instructor
Years of Teaching Experience: 16
Years of Dance Experience: 26
“Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion,” Martha Graham
“My goal as a dancer and teacher is to constantly challenge myself as a choreographer and instructor and educate all of my students in the art of dance.”
Nicole has been dancing for 26 years and has worked with and studied under some of the top choreographers in the nation. She began her dance training at Darlene’s Dance ‘N Such in Fremont, CA and continued her education at Humboldt State University. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies, she traveled to New York where she won a scholarship to the Alvin Ailey Summer Intensive Program. While in New York, Nicole worked on several dance projects as well as shooting a pilot episode for the reality TV show “In ‘da Club.”
Upon returning to California, Nicole joined Ross Dance Company, based out of Oakland in 2005. She then became part of the hip-hop company Soul Conspiracy and is currently a member of VIP Vallejo. Nicole has been recognized throughout the competition circuit for her unique style of choreography and has won numerous awards over the years.
She is so excited about the upcoming dance year and working with the amazing students and staff at Tiffany’s Dance Academy.
Nicole’s favorite dance moment is dancing with my grandpa. She believes she learned all her dance moves from him.
