Grace Cooper grew up training in ballet, pointe, and modern at American Ballet Academy in Salem, Oregon, and the Eugene Ballet Company. She also choreographed and performed in many of her high school’s theater productions.

Grace has a degree in Dance and English from CSU. At CSU, she discovered her passion for choreography and dramaturgy. She has choreographed for CSU Dance Concerts, as well as other productions in the School of Music, Theater, and Dance. Grace has worked as a dramaturg for IMPACT Dance Company as well as various projects within the CSU Dance Department.

When she’s not dancing, Grace loves to read and write poetry, spend time outside, and drink coffee. Grace is looking forward to sharing her love of dance as an instructor at Impulse!