Bonnie Diaz Shares Her Innovative 3D Partnership System for Ballroom Dance
In this episode, Dr. Tami Patzer talks with Bonnie Diaz, a former world and national ballroom and Latin dance champion, certified yoga, fitness, and Pilates master instructor, and passionate advocate for animal welfare. Bonnie is the author of the book Ballroom-ology and the founder of Ballroom Barks, an organization dedicated to rescuing animals and promoting animal welfare within the dance community.
Bonnie Diaz has an impressive background as a professional ballroom dancer, instructor, and advocate. She met her dance partner at age 19 and has been actively involved in the ballroom dance world for over two decades. In addition to her competitive dance achievements, Bonnie is the founder of Ballroom Barks, a non-profit organization that organizes fundraising events at ballroom dance venues to support animal rescue efforts. She has also created an educational website called Ballroom-ology, which is dedicated to preserving the history and authentic roots of ballroom dance.
During the interview, Bonnie discusses her innovative 3D Partnership System, which she has been developing and refining over the past 10 years. This system aims to enhance dance partnerships through a holistic approach that combines the Spirit, mind, and body. Bonnie explains how the 3D Partnership System helps dancers cultivate a shared awareness and energetic connection, allowing them to produce a more authentic and visually captivating performance, regardless of the judges’ perspective.
This episode is a must-listen for ballroom dancers, instructors, and enthusiasts who are interested in taking their partnering skills to the next level. Bonnie’s insights on the importance of the mind-body-spirit connection, as well as her tips for developing a strong, cohesive dance partnership, provide valuable guidance that can benefit dancers of all levels. Additionally, listeners who are passionate about animal welfare will be inspired by Bonnie’s work with Ballroom Barks and the meaningful ways she has integrated her love for animals into the dance community.
To learn more about Bonnie Diaz and her innovative 3D Partnership System, visit her website at Ballroomology.com. You can also explore the work of Ballroom Barks at BallroomBarks.org and connect with Bonnie on her website at BonnieDiaz.com.
Be sure to look out for Bonnie’s upcoming article “Ready, Set, 3D Dance Partnership” in an upcoming issue of Dance Week Magazine.
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