Rachel Bonkoungou

Rachel Bonkoungou, a native Minnesotan holds a B.A. in Dance from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. She has performed with multiple dance companies including Bakersfield City Ballet, Eclectic Edge Ensemble, Rhythmically Speaking, Concerto Dance by Jolene Konkel as well as having produced four of her own evening length works. A ballerina turned jazz and modern dancer, she has also had the privilege of teaching dance to all ages and genres for the past 15 years and was the Artistic Director of Waconia Center for Dance Arts in Waconia for six years. Outside of dance, she has a growing family, a growing garden and a growing love of other creative projects including both videography and textile creations. She recently received her 200 hour yoga teacher certification and is working towards her Level 1 PBT certification!