Joyful Dance Company
Joyful Dance is a Christian mother-daughter dance ministry dedicated to helping women and girls know God, delight in being created in His image, and worship Him with joyful freedom through movement, beauty, and biblical truth.
Drawing from Middle Eastern dance traditions, our performances celebrate the goodness of God's creation and invite others to see dance as an expression of worship, joy, and community. As we learn and grow together, we seek to cultivate meaningful relationships across generations, encouraging women to embrace their God-given dignity and to use their gifts in service to others.
Based in the Chippewa Valley, we are honored to share our ministry through local performances, community outreach, and initiatives such as Shimmy Mob, reflecting our desire to bring hope, compassion, and Christ's love into the communities we serve.
Miriam has been studying Middle Eastern Dance since 2002. What began as a desire to find a fun way to stay fit has evolved into a passion for learning about folk dances of all cultures. As she advanced in her studies of Egyptian dance, Miriam realized the style made her feel more connected to the world of the Old Testament, and that ignited her interest in studying other Middle Eastern dances. These studies in turn have given her a greater understanding and appreciation for Middle Eastern cultures and has given her scripture study more depth and meaning, and she now dedicates her dance to our Creator. Her stage name honors Miriam, Moses’ sister, who is the first dancer and prophetess recorded in the bible.
Miriam has been studying Middle Eastern Dance since 2002. What began as a desire to find a fun way to stay fit has evolved into a passion for learning about folk dances of all cultures. As she advanced in her studies of Egyptian dance, Miriam realized the style made her feel more connected to the world of the Old Testament, and that ignited her interest in studying other Middle Eastern dances. These studies in turn have given her a greater understanding and appreciation for Middle Eastern cultures and has given her scripture study more depth and meaning, and she now dedicates her dance to our Creator. Her stage name honors Miriam, Moses’ sister, who is the first dancer and prophetess recorded in the bible.
Rainbow began dancing with her mother Miriam when she was 5 years old. She started by joining Miriam each year for the worldwide Shimmy Mob event, but after two years of Shimmy Mob, they decided to start their own dance troupe so they would have more opportunities to dance together. She chose her stage name when “rainbow” was her favorite color, and because it’s the symbol of God’s forgiveness. Rainbow is an adventurous dancer and loves to try new props.
Rainbow began dancing with her mother Miriam when she was 5 years old. She started by joining Miriam each year for the worldwide Shimmy Mob event, but after two years of Shimmy Mob, they decided to start their own dance troupe so they would have more opportunities to dance together. She chose her stage name when “rainbow” was her favorite color, and because it’s the symbol of God’s forgiveness. Rainbow is an adventurous dancer and loves to try new props.
Star may be our youngest dancer, but don't let her sweet face fool you! She is also our most energetic and silly dancer, bringing a little of the unexpected to every dance practice. She chose Star for her dance name as a nod toward the Christmas star and her December birthday.