Joan Walton

Joan WaltonJoan Walton
Dance in World Cultures
408-924-5041
joan.walton@sjsu.edu
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Biography

Joan Walton's high-energy teaching style and ability to communicate concepts to all levels of learners have become well known at universities and dance studios across the country. She has deep knowledge of Historical and Social Dance, Tap Dance, Musical Theatre Choreography, and Musical Theatredance Styles.

Teaching General Education courses at SJSU for five years, along with dance and choreography classes, Ms. Walton currently teaches Dance in World Cultures, Dance Appreciation, and Dance in Film.

She has performed and choreographed all over the country, taught Vintage Dance workshops both internationally and at home, and received a Masters degree in Dance Education from Stanford University in 1999.