Fritzlyn Hector

Fritzlyn Hector is an Assistant Professor of Dance and Director of Dance at Long Island University's Post campus, affiliated with the School of Performing Arts. With over two decades of professional experience, she combines academic leadership with a vibrant career as a choreographer and performing artist.

Her research and artistic practice focus on dynamic, rhythm-driven dance forms rooted in African, Haitian, and contemporary urban traditions. She has developed her own technique known as the 'Fritzation style,' which she teaches globally through virtual platforms and as a teaching artist for Earl Mosley’s Institute of the Arts.

Fritzlyn Hector has performed internationally with acclaimed ensembles including STOMP and the Bessie Award-winning Forces of Nature Dance Theatre Company. Her work has been featured on major platforms such as Netflix, PBS, VH1, and NBC’s Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.

• Bessie Award (Forces of Nature Dance Theatre Company)

As a mentor and educator, she guides dance students at LIU while maintaining active performance and outreach roles. She has no listed formal advisees in the provided text. Her artistic projects often involve interdisciplinary collaboration, international touring, and community engagement through dance.

She is involved with prominent artistic teams including STOMP (as cast trainer and veteran member), Forces of Nature Dance Theatre Company (as rehearsal director and principal dancer), and the Lost and Found Orchestra. Her leadership extends to creative direction, including her role as assistant creative director for 'NY Stiks' (NBA Knicks).