Sandra Vitola

Sandra Vitola is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Dance Pedagogy at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music. She holds a PhD (2014) in dance pedagogy, focusing on the formation of interpretation skills among dance teachers. Her professional development includes collaborations with institutions such as Russia’s Bolshoi Theatre, Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet, and venues in Finland, Lithuania, and Latvia. She also serves as a freelance artist at the Latvian National Opera and Ballet and assists as a choreographer-artistic director with the folk dance group “Dancis.”

Her research emphasizes classical dance studies, ballet pedagogy, and cross-cultural performance practices. With extensive international experience, Vitola has performed in over 15 countries, including China, Spain, and Germany. She advocates for integrating traditional and contemporary methodologies in dance education.

While no specific articles are listed, her work reflects a focus on pedagogical innovation and the intersection of dance with cultural heritage. She actively bridges academia and professional performance through her dual roles as an educator and artist.