Shawn Byfield

For over 3 decades, Shawn Byfield sets the bar as a highly respected performance coach, dance expert, and engaging emcee for festivals, competitions, and major events. Shawn (www.ShawnByfield.com) is a DORA MAVOR MOORE AWARD™ winning choreographer (Canada’s version of a TONY Award™), a GEMINI AWARD™ nominee, a 2x BLACK CANADIANS AWARD™ nominee, and a leading force in Canadian entertainment. He’s also a veteran performer and energizing instructor with oodles of experience to share!<br><br>Shawn has pages of film and TV credits to his name, including work with celebrities Adam Sandler, Gregory Hines, tWitch, Andrea Martin, BoA, Derek Hough, Barry Lather, Jason Priestley and others. As a coach he motivates dancers, singers, models and actors nationwide, helping them achieve success in all aspects of entertainment. <br><br>Most importantly- he’s a wired encourager and positive role model. Shawn motivates regularly on his Instagram (@ShawnByfield) and through The DanceBug Channel across North America. He's a Director for the Canada International Youth Dance Festival; is a Certified Public Speaker; and he’s a Certified Coach, Trainer and Presenter.<br><br>Shawn's fun personality leaves students, clients and audiences excited for the future!<br><br># # #<br><br>Specialties: Tap dance and hip hop dance instruction for all levels; dance choreography for shows, live events, studios, film, schools; theatre show direction; Internet marketing; website design; interactive search engine optimization; copywriting for services, press release, email campaigns | Learn more about Shawn Byfield 🚀’s work experience, education, connections & more by visiting their profile on LinkedIn