Debbie Zehnder discovered her love for Dancehall in her teens and continues to increase her knowledge throughout europe, the united states and jamaica ever since. She has spread her passion
for Dancehall in various dance schools and events throughout
Switzerland for
over ten years. With the choreographer A NI MAL and the company
Dem-A!-Dis she gathered unforgettable memories on international stages (MC Hip Hop
Contest Italy, DHM Paris, Top Up Berlin, etc.). Additionally she was part of various
national dance ventures either as a solo dancer or collaborating with other
dance professionals (Gessnerallee, Goodnews, Admeira, Smart, FM Records, etc.).
Furthermore,
since Debbie is a
qualified Physiotherapist and Medical Athletic coach, she is lecturing in Dancehall
and Dance Medicine at the
"Höhere Fachschule für Zeitgenössischen und Urbanen Bühnentanz" in
Zurich since 2016. Spreading not only her love for dance but as well her passion for anatomy, physiology and sports science with the future generation of professional dancers. Debbie always keeps on working on being the best version of herself one day as a dancer, coach and most importantly human being.
Class description
Dancehall
is based on numerous steps, which are built on earthy movements
and body isolations. Each step tells a story and reflects a different
aspect of the Jamaican culture.
Combined with influences from other urban styles,
choreographies can be developed – this is also called Ragga in
Europe.
Dance classes with Debbie
are energetic and suitable for all levels, with a combination
of Dancehall basics and choreography diversity. It is important for Debbie
to create a positive and safe space with her students to help
them grow in their dance individually. Let's enjoy digging
deeper together.
Dance medicine & strength & conditioning coaching
As
a certified physiotherapist with further specialization in dance science and medical athletic coaching, Debbie started lectures (anatomy, physiology, sports science) and training programs with a variety of dancers. Additionally she created Skilllab GmbH, together with a fantastic team of sports physiotherapists and a sport scientist. Skilllab is a safe space for dancers to turn to for rehabilitation and coaching in strength & conditioning (www.skilllab.ch) So far she already collaborated with a variety of dancers such as compagnie Teki Tekua, Teki Tekua Junior, Jazzy Jes & Ez Mike, B-Girl Ida and various alumni of the HFZUB. Her mission is to spread knowledge, help dancers understand their own body, train smartly and making sure they are prepared for the physical demands of the
professional dance world on a long term basis.
If you are interested in learning
more about anatomy, physiology, or dance specific strength & conditioning coaching feel free to
contact Debbie anytime.
