Rhee Gold

Rhee Gold is a dance field pioneer who has led a movement that continues to change and improve the face of dance education. Teachers and studio owners from the United States, Australia, Canada, Grand Cayman, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, United Kingdom and more flock to his retreats, seminars, keynote speeches, and conferences to gain fresh perspectives. His columns, inspirational messages, and opinions are shared all over the world.

Rhee’s journey began as the son of a dance teacher and studio owner, instilling in him a deep love and understanding of the art form. Launching his first school at the age of fifteen, at a low-income housing project, he learned that dance does change lives and so began his mission to ensure the best dance education for every child–regardless of their financial standing or technical abilities. Gold founded and taught at the Dance Theatre of Boston and Gold Studio III, both Boston based professional schools. He has owned and directed the Gold School in Brockton, MA, which is now under the direction of his twin brother, Rennie, preparing for its fifty-second season.

With a career spanning over four decades, Rhee has dedicated himself to excellence in dance education and empowering studio owners. Rhee is the visionary behind the DanceLife Alliances and a leader in dance education and studio ownership. As the driving force behind these all-new Alliances, Rhee has created a unique platform for studio owners to connect, learn, and grow. His passion for quality dance education is palpable, and his dedication to nurturing the next generation of dance leaders is unwavering.

He is an author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur, shaping dance education with invaluable insights. The Second International Congress of Dance, Dance Masters of America, Dance Educators of America, National Association of Dance and Affiliated Artists are just a few of the organizations at which Gold has served as a master teacher.

He founded Dance Studio Life magazine, a cornerstone of the dance education community, providing resources, advice, and inspiration worldwide. He served as president of Dance Masters of America, the United Dance Merchants of America, and the founding co-chair of UNITY.

Beyond his achievements, Rhee is an advocate for the transformative power of dance. His vision extends beyond the studio walls, emphasizing life lessons and personal growth through dance education. Rhee Gold is not just a leader; he is a mentor, an inspiration, and a driving force in the evolution of dance education.