Tonya Lynn

In 2026, Tonya will teach:
English Sword and Buckler - Intermediate (Sword and Buckler)
Fighting in the Dark - Advanced (Smallsword)
Contact Improv...Knife! - Intermediate/Advanced (Knife)
Just Die Already - Open (Mixed weapons)
The "True Fight" Hidden Within Romeo and Juliet - Open (Sword and Buckler)

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Tonya (she/her) is a SAFD-Recognized Fight Director and Certified Teacher based in Pittsburgh, PA. She has choreographed more than 175 productions for theatre and opera and teaches at multiple universities. Tonya is passionate about creating safe, welcoming learning environments where performers can build skills, confidence, and compelling physical storytelling.​

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Years with Sockeye: 2026