Tanya Coonan

About Tanya Coonan

Birthday:

February 22nd

Three Phrases that Describe my Dance Background:

1. I started dancing at age 9
2. I’m the only instructor who is not an alumni of Encore. Although I wish I was!
3. . I started assisting and teaching at Encore when I was 18 years old. This year is my 23rd year teaching at Encore and I am so grateful to Alvina. She’s the best boss ever!!

My Role at Encore Dance Center:

Instructor, Company Choreographer

Dance Classes I Teach:

• Ballet Classes
• Tap Dance Classes
• Jazz Dance Classes
• Hip Hop Dance Classes
• Toddler Dance Classes

Fun Fact:

I was also a cheerleader in my younger years and cheered in the Big 33 football game. I also danced during the Charlie Daniels Band halftime show at the Florida Citrus Bowl.

Favorite Encore Recital:

2017 when my daughter Marlaina shared the roll as Clara in the Nutcracker ballet.

When I'm not at Encore:

I enjoy spending time with my husband and two daughters Marlaina and Myla. I also like to shop....shop....shop!!!