Trauma Sensitive - Meet the Instructors
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Barb Silk
President
Barb went to college for nursing and ended up homeschooling her children for 14 years. She helped lead worship in church playing guitar for over 30 years and has always been involved in ministry. She is now a grandmother of four and has pursued her love for painting. Barb will quickly put you at ease as you explore your creative side with no experience or supplies needed. She is President of the Board for SHB, alongside an amazing Board of Directors, unified to see the hurting in our community served.
Joy Zulme
Operations Director & Vice President
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Joy Zulme
Operations Director & Vice President
Joy has lived in New England for all of her life. She has been involved in the performance arts world since she was a child, and loves working with with Safe Haven Ballet! Joy is currently a cake decorator, but has had her share in various career avenues involving catering, administration, law enforcement, and dance production. Joy lives with her husband, Lorrens, in the Seacoast of NH. Joy is excited to share in the future of Safe Haven Ballet as the Operations Director!
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Madeline Lary
Intern
From ages three to fourteen, Madeline Lary pursued her love of dance through recreational studios in New Hampshire. In 2016 she committed herself to training in ballet, modern and jazz techniques in preparation of dancing at the collegiate level. Since joining Safe Haven Ballet in 2019, Madeline has performed in Don Quixote, Nutcracker, and Sleeping Beauty with the company. She is studying at Dean College under Kristina Berger, Jill Silverman, and Todd Shanks. Madeline will be graduating with her B.A. in dance and A.A. in Psychology in May 2023, after which she plans to pursue a career in dance therapy.
Gina Nelson
Trauma Sensitive Yoga Instructor
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Gina Nelson
Trauma Sensitive Yoga Instructor
After years of studying the karate, Gina tried yoga as a way to compliment her martial arts training. Gina received her yoga teacher training certification in 2018 and has continued studying various styles of yoga and energy work. She is also a Second Degree Certified Black Belt in Isshin-Ryu Karate with 18 years of experience.
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