DANCE PROFESSIONAL
A lifelong dedication to dance, performance and development.
Meet Jo Jackson
Jo Jackson
Dance Professional • Adjudicator • Producer • Director • Event Creative
Jo Jackson is a passionate dance professional, adjudicator, producer, director and event creative whose remarkable journey in the performing arts began at the age of six.
MEET JO
Jo Jackson
Founder & Director
Jo Jackson is a passionate dance professional whose journey in performance began at six years old and developed into a career shaped by excellence, discipline and creativity.
She continues to lead Jo Jackson Dance Co and Promotions with warmth, vision and a deep commitment to helping dancers grow in confidence, artistry and performance.
Her Journey
From early classical training to a defining performing arts path
Jo's journey in the performing arts began at the age of six. She began training in Classical Dance and Modern Dance, and at age 12 discovered High Energy Freestyle through SADTA — a defining moment that shaped her early direction.
She subsequently built a career in dance and achieved numerous competition titles and qualifications through SADTA, IDTA and HFPA. Today she is licentiate qualified and respected as an adjudicator at championship competitions across South Africa.
AGE 6
The beginning of her performing arts journey.
AGE 12
Discovery of High Energy Freestyle through SADTA.
HER DEVELOPMENT
Competition titles and qualifications through SADTA, IDTA and HFPA.
PROTEA COLOURS
Recognition for her passion and performance in Hip Hop.
TODAY
Licentiate qualified and respected adjudicator at championship competitions across South Africa.
Experience & Expertise
Creative leadership across every part of performance
ADJUDICATOR
Licentiate qualified and respected as an adjudicator at championship competitions across South Africa.
PRODUCER & DIRECTOR
Passionate about transforming ideas into memorable productions.
EVENT CREATIVE
Enjoys bringing people, creativity and unforgettable experiences together.
TEACHER & MENTOR
Finds immense fulfilment in helping dancers grow in confidence, ability and self-belief.
Beyond the Dance Floor
A personal story of creativity, family and stage presence
Jo is a proud wife and mother of four. She has also made her mark in the world of pageantry, where her stage presence and connection with audiences became a natural extension of her dance career.
MISS EASTERN CAPE
A celebrated title that reflects her grace and stage confidence.
MRS SOUTH AFRICA FINALIST
A recognition of poise, purpose and personal presence.
PUBLIC CHOICE AWARD
Honoured for the warmth and support she brings to her community.
The Art of Producing
Turning ideas into thoughtful, memorable performances
Jo has a strong passion for producing and directing shows. She enjoys taking a production from the first idea through to the final curtain call.
Her goal is to create productions that entertain, inspire and create lasting memories.
Her Philosophy
For Jo, dance is so much more than movement.
It is a language of passion, confidence, connection, inspiration and memories. Every step is an invitation to grow, every performance is an opportunity to bring people together.
Passion
Jo invests heart and energy into every rehearsal, performance and production.
Confidence
Her work is grounded in the belief that discipline builds both skill and self-belief.
Connection
She values the moments that bring dancers, families and audiences closer together.
Inspiration
Jo seeks to inspire every dancer to discover their own voice on stage.
Memories
Her productions are created to be remembered long after the final curtain falls.
The Journey Continues
Her journey continues to inspire those around her, both on and off the stage.