private lessons & coaching
Artists, movers, and shakers of all ages and levels — move freer, feel better, and work towards your dreams with utmost support and care. '
Book a session if you are:
A student or professional looking for tools and resources to support your mental and physical health including yoga, journaling, and discussions
A performing artist preparing for musical theater auditions
A high school student wanting guidance and support during the college application process
A parent looking to carve out space for themselves through movement, breath, and conversation
Any person curious to begin or restart a movement practice including ballet and yoga
How It Works —
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Schedule a free 15-minute consultation and decide if you’d like to book a full session!
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During our first session, we will dive into everything that could help support our work together. This includes what your goals and dreams are, what injuries or illnesses you may be dealing with, and what obstacles you are currently facing.
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I will create structured yet ever-evolving short-term and long-term plans that are completely specific to YOU.
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We will work together to track your progress in a shared Google Doc. Our plans will be there for you to view at your convenience, as well as space for each of us to respond to/reflect upon each session.
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I will always be rooting for you, looking out for you, and supporting you whether in an official coaching capacity or from afar. I believe in you!
*All lessons are virtually run on Zoom unless otherwise discussed.
about jess —
Jessica was the Dance Captain/Swing on the Fiddler on the Roof 1st National Tour, the Assistant Choreographer for the Fiddler on the Roof National Tour, the Assistant Director for May We All: A New Country Musical, Associate Director for Cinderella at Geva Theater Center and plays a supporting role in the upcoming feature film Candlewood.
Deeply passionate about supporting artists’ health, her training and certifications include: BFA in Dance and BA in Psychology from Marymount Manhattan College, ABT® Teacher Training Intensive (Primary through Level 3), 200-hr Certified Yoga Teacher, Body Project Facilitator through the National Eating Disorder Association, Trauma-Informed Yoga Training (Exhale to Inhale), and Youth Protection Advocates in Dance® Safety & Wellness Certification.
Full bio here.
investment
1 Lesson
30 min | $60
45 min | $80
60 min | $100
4 Lessons
30 min | $210
45 min | $280
60 min | $350
1 0 Lessons
30 min | $540
45 min | $720
60 min | $900
(One free lesson)
Please pay through Venmo — @jessaltch
yoga + wellness
Invest in your mental & physical health
Receive tools to care (yoga, meditation, journaling, & other resources)
Change & heal your relationship with your body and with movement
Establish supportive routines for your daily life with movement as a tool for health & wellbeing
dance
Pre-professional Dancers: receive individualized support to apply in your daily classes & prepare for your auditions
Professional Dancers: deconstruct steps & habits to create health, longevity, and positive regimen and mindset
Actors & Singers: improve your technique & confidence for classes, auditions, and performances
Dancers who have stepped away: return to dance in a supportive space, on your own terms
Beginners: receive individualized attention before jumping into a group class
musical theater
Learn musical theater choreography; prepare for dance classes + calls
Use movement to create + fully embody a role
Gain tools to maintain your mental and physical health for each job
Receive support in transitioning into, or out of, the musical theater space
audition prep
Prepare for dancing, singing, & acting auditions
Record + receive feedback for self tapes
Work on material given for callbacks
college prep
What am I interested in pursuing?
What schools or paths are right for me?
How do I prepare for auditions?
How can I keep dance in my life without majoring in it?
career coaching
Receive support in transitioning to another career, creating a business, seeking out other jobs, etc.
Find fulfillment within AND outside of professional pursuits
Utilizing all parts of yourself to create your life & your career
What people are saying…
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"In one lesson Jessica helped my daughter tremendously with her technique and confidence. My daughter came out energized and raved about how sweet and nice Jessica was with her and how she can't wait to take more lessons with her (she had so much fun too!). At the end of the lesson, I received a summary from Jessica which will help us keep up with what she learned, and I thought this was extremely valuable. I highly recommend Jessica as a dance tutor and will be booking more lessons with her in the future!"
Viviana, Parent of High School Student
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"I've been working with Jess for 4 years now! She does a great job of breaking down the "how" and "why." For example, in our ballet work, we have broken down how to properly engage my back at the barre. I have acquired a deeper understanding of why ballet barre exercises are so structured and specific. Jess is also a gifted yogi and has taught me how to incorporate yoga into my dance practice. During the pandemic, we worked virtually to create a warmup that meets my specific needs. I consistently do this warmup now before I film self-tapes or head into an audition room. Consider yourself lucky if you have opportunity to work with Jess. She brings so much joy and positive energy to every lesson and is an incredible teacher and mentor alike."
Helen, Professional Actor & Singer
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"In teaching my daughter dance over the years (almost 12 to be exact), she has instilled confidence, independence and expression. Jessica’s talents span dance and movement, voice, acting and she can teach it all with such joy. She has mentored and taught my daughter in her dream role at dance, gotten her over some stumbling and creative blocks over the years and we can never thank her enough for being the loving and accepting person she is. I have seen my child do things in the last few years I never thought she would even attempt and thanks to Jessica she has not only attempted them but done very well. As she looks to college she is excited to incorporate and mimic many of Jess’s best attributes that she has instilled in my young dancer/student. "
Susan, Parent of High School Student
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"I have greatly enjoyed my time with Jessica so far. I am a complete beginner to ballet, and I was impressed by how Jessica is very organized with her lessons. She lets me know what we will work on for the future, and uses a shared notebook so that we can both recap the lesson and share any ideas or thoughts we had during. I appreciate how she incorporates yoga and some other fun dancing activities at the end to loosen up my dance muscles :) excited for my third lesson!!"
Ellie, Medical School Student
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“My daughter took ballet from Jessica over the years. Jessica is a very warm and supportive teacher. She fosters a nurturing environment where dancers challenge themselves, while learning the proper technique. Over the years, I have seen Jessica turn students who took ballet as requirement into dancers who were passionate about the art form. I have had the privilege of observing Jessica classes over the years. She is an excellent teacher and choreographer for all age groups. Her passion for her craft is infectious. As a parent, I can attest that she is very approachable and a joy to be around.”
Annie, Parent of High School Student
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"Jess creates such a warm, positive and encouraging environment! She caters to the individual needs of the student, no matter what level, and you leave feeling empowered and inspired! From technique to stretch routines to audition/callback prep, I am so grateful for my time with Jess, and look forward to more! "
Carly, Professional Actor & Singer