About me

Karin Shimada is a Boston-based dancer, choreographer, and certified Pilates instructor. She received pre-professional training at CLI Conservatory and has trained with industry choreographers such as Teddy Forance, Riley Watts, Brian Friedman, Luam, Brian Nicholson, and Candace Brown.

Her movement style draws from her training in street styles, heels, contemporary, ballet, jazz, jazz funk, and musical theatre. She is currently a member of The Peacekeepers, Head to Heels: The Company, and InnerMission.

As an emerging choreographer, Karin is exploring storytelling through movement while developing her artistic voice.

In addition to dance, Karin teaches Pilates with a focus on mindful, connected movement. She is also fluent in Japanese and offers bilingual instruction.