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Faculty
Niki Kapanka
Biography
Photo: Corey Melton.
Originally from Sioux City, Iowa, Niki Kapanka began her dance training at Siouxland Movement Arts before continuing her studies at the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. With over 10 years of teaching experience in New York City, Kapanka is a dedicated dance instructor and teaching artist passionate about nurturing the next generation of dancers.
Kapanka is also a faculty member at Brooklyn Ballet and The Garden House School. Her classes emphasize strong technical foundations alongside artistic expression, fostering a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where students are encouraged to grow with confidence.
Drawing from her traditional ballet training and innovative teaching methods, Kapanka celebrates each student’s individuality, creativity, and unique voice within dance. She believes that technical excellence and artistry go hand in hand and strives to make every class a meaningful and joyful experience.
Kapanka is an ABT Certified Teacher in Pre-Primary through Level 3 of the ABT National Training Curriculum. She is committed to inspiring the next generation of dancers and cultivating lifelong appreciation for and engagement with the arts.