Debra Giunta - Jazz Tap
Debra Giunta is an established and sought after tap instructor. With a true passion for tap dancing and a knack for finding the rhythmic genius in her students, Debra has made a name for herself in the Chicagoland area as a dedicated instructor and inspired choreographer. She founded Design Dance in 2008 and joined the Bloom School of Jazz in 2010.
In her over 20 years of training in tap, jazz, ballet and hip hop, Debra has had the pleasure of taking classes with instructors such as Jan Forester, Mark Yonnoly, Kirby Reed and Sam Weber, amongst others. Debra has performed on competitive stages throughout the Midwest as well as a premier performance in Dance Chicago at the Athenaeum Theater.
Debra considers her passion to be in the art of teaching. She has over 10 years of teaching experience with students ranging from age 3 to 63 in tap, ballet and hip hop. Her unique teaching style has given her a loyal following of both novice and aspiring professional dancers. With a strong passion for personal expression and development, Debra encourages student choreography, improvisation and a strong understanding of each dancer’s personal connection with their skill. In her free time, Debra also accepts freelance choreography positions for theater and small company productions.
Debra’s classes are centered around the idea that dance should feel comfortable and should draw upon our bodies natural instincts. With a strong understanding of proper technique, students are able to develop an ear for rhythm and a foundation and love for dance.
