DANCE EDUCATION
Boyd has worked with multiple universities, corporations, and dance companies both nationally and internationally.
He shares his unique perspectives on dance as a lecturer at Troy University, Artistic Assistant for DAP Festival in Italy, and dance instructor with the industry's best at respected organizations like Dance Educators of America and Manhattan Dance Project.
Boyd's diverse experience and knowledge make him a vital contributor to the future of movement, and he encourages all individuals to remain curious and make discoveries.
Additionally, James is privileged to serve on the following boards: Jacksonville International Airport, Players By The Sea, Alabama Dance Council.
Institutions
Professor at Troy University
Assistant Director at DAP Festival, Italy
Faculty for Dance Educators of America
Faculty for Manhattan Dance Project
Achievments:
Published Article: Performing Arts Athletes & Injury Prevention
Certified Movement Assessment Professional, CMAP
The Bridge Project:
Short Documentary Starring James Boyd
Made possible by the PNC Arts Alive grant program, Jacksonville Dance Theatre’s The Bridge Project commissioned a choreographic work by national choreographer and dancer James Boyd. Once the choreography was created, JDT presented the work to diverse and underserved audiences throughout Jacksonville and the region. In 2016-17 JDT served over 1,300 children through The Bridge Project.
DANCE RESEARCH
James Boyd is a movement professional that seeks to reconcile science and dance together to promote an efficient movement industry.
From 2010 to present, he’s gained national and international recognition for his research work including internal and external insight, through research, of how the moving athlete works. This granted him a certification as a Movement Assessment Professional working with multiple Universities, Corporations and Dance Companies.