Elaine Heekin
Professor of Dance and Movement Studies Emerita (retired)
Elaine Heekin has performed, choreographed, and taught contemporary dance throughout the United States. Having joined the faculty in 1985, she earned a master’s degree in dance choreography at the University of California at Los Angeles and a bachelor’s degree at the State University of New York at Brockport, in addition to certification in Laban Movement Analysis from the University of Seattle. Her works have been set at numerous colleges and selected for festivals in such cities as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Heekin has published several articles addressing the effects of Bartenieff Fundamentals (body therapy) on older adults, and is a certified instructor in Pilates.
Recent Courses Taught
Intermediate/Advanced Dance Technique
Dance Composition
Movement Analysis
Pilates for Dance
Introduction to Dance
Research Interests
Body Movement (enhance awareness/core strength) for mature adults
Selected Choreography
- 2013, “Reflection” (original composition, Samuel Pellman)
- 2011, “The Ritual”, Nuttin’ But Stringz, Zumba Mami
- 2010, “Season of Glass” (revised)
- 2009, “Synergy” (revised)
- 2008, “Perijove” (original composition, Samuel Pellman)
Professional Affiliations
American College Dance Festival Association
Pilates Method Alliance
Professional Experience
- Adjunct lecturer in dance, Colgate University, 2011-present
- Body movement, Alterra Villas, 2010-present
- Pilates/stretch, Paragon Health Club, 2004-present
- Professor of dance, Hamilton College, 1985-present
Appointed to the Faculty
1985Educational Background
C.L.M.A., (Certified Laban Movement Analyst), University of Seattle
M.A., University of California at Los Angeles
B.A., State University of New York at Brockport
