Jo started dancing in 1999, but since 2007 has spent her life traveling the world spreading jazz culture through vintage partner dancing. She has taught and performed in 30 countries across 5 continents. Jo teaches Lindy Hop, Vintage Jazz, Follower Focused workshops, runs teacher training in Europe and the States, as well as competitions prep weekends. In 2013, she was on the cover of Swing Magasinet om Swingdans, guest-starred in Yehoodi broadcast of ILHC, and was inducted into the 2012 Rising Star California Swing Dance Hall of Fame. She is a passionate and avid dancer, instructor, and competitor.
Dance history:Jo Hoffberg is a longtime bigwig of the Lindy Hop Community. She’s taken first place at the American Lindy Hop Championships,International Lindy Hop Championships, National Jitterbug Championships, Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown, and European Swing Dance Championships.
When she’s not competing, she’s teaching students around the world how to dance. From beginner to masters, she gives classes in Lindy Hop,Charleston, solo jazz, performance, and teacher training.
Jo is at her happiest when she’s working with highly focused dancers who are ready to step up their game. Between her intensives and online training, there are many opportunities to work with her.