Daniela Riva
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Summary
Daniela Riva is a refined dancer of deep devotion, an expert of Sacred Dance of India, unique teacher of Indian Dance and master teacher of Yoga, having dedicated most of her life to dance and two decades to the practice of the ancient arts of India. Excellently-trained in India, Daniela guides her students to open to the awareness and beauty of their body temple and discover the inner power of transformation encoded in this ancient sacred temple arts, as Yoga, Indian Dance and Ayurveda. Daniela supports women’s holistic health with Goddess wisdom and traditional Tantric rituals. Daniela is registered as E-RYT 500, Experienced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor Therapist
New Roads School
03.2015 - 03.2015
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Instructor
Jodhi House, Brain Injury Support Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
Yoga and Dance Instructor
Devadasi Yoga Dance
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Advanced trainings on Indian Dances and the Sacred Feminine in Espacio 800 in Sevilla, Spain
- Planned performances.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to sacred dance techniques.
- Empowered women with yoga and dance practices.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Planned and oversaw group, couples, and individual dance performances.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
Yoga Instructor
Downtown Milano Palestre
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Led up to 5 classes per week.
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
Ayurvedic Massage Therapist
Spa Boscolo Hotel
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Created comfortable and professional environment for clients by setting up massage tables and preparing treatment area.
- Researched new techniques to stay up to date with trends and developments in massage therapy industry.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
- Offered aromatherapy, hot stones and cupping as part of massage treatments.
Dance Teacher
University of Cadiz
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Essentials of Indian feminine arts.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Helped clients set and achieve health and wellness goals.
Organizer, Press Office
CRT, Teatro, Dell'Arte
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Used excellent communication skills to delegate tasks and achieve successful event outcomes.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive organizational strategies to maximize productivity.
- Coordinated volunteer activities and facilitated distribution of promotional and marketing materials.
- Collaborated with event planners and other stakeholders to encourage teamwork and achieve successful outcomes.
- Developed marketing and promotional strategies to increase event attendance.
- Researched and identified potential venues for events to enhance preparedness and explore options.
- Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
Education
Yoga Teacher Certification - Viniyoga And Vinyasa Yoga
KYM Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram
Chennai, India2008
Ph.D. - Dance And Theater
Kalakshetra Foundation of Fine Arts
Chennai2004
MBA - Modern Literature, Dance and Theatre
Universita’ Degli Studi Di Milano
Milan, Italy2003
Websites
danielariva.com
I support people holistic health with spiritual inspiration and sacred wisdom, to discover their true power .
Languages
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Certification
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE STUDIES :
As part of comprehensive training in India, several studies of Ayurvedic Massage Abhyangam in Kerala, in India. Certified Training in Ayurveda for Healing and Theraphy, in Auroville, Pondicherry, India and certified Aroma Oil Thai Massage at Shivagarkomarpaj (Old Medicine Hospital) in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
- CMT - Certified Massage Therapist
Timeline
Instructor
Jodhi House, Brain Injury Support Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Yoga and Dance Instructor
Devadasi Yoga Dance
01.2016 - 01.2018
Instructor Therapist
New Roads School
03.2015 - 03.2015
Yoga Instructor
Downtown Milano Palestre
01.2011 - 12.2013
Ayurvedic Massage Therapist
Spa Boscolo Hotel
01.2011 - 01.2013
Dance Teacher
University of Cadiz
01.2007 - 01.2011
Organizer, Press Office
CRT, Teatro, Dell'Arte
01.2005 - 01.2006
Yoga Teacher Certification - Viniyoga And Vinyasa Yoga
KYM Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram
Ph.D. - Dance And Theater
Kalakshetra Foundation of Fine Arts
MBA - Modern Literature, Dance and Theatre
Universita’ Degli Studi Di Milano
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