Andria Foerch
Andria, from Atlanta, GA, has been involved with the marching arts since 1993. She is the Assistant Director of Paramount Winterguard based out of Atlanta, GA. Andria’s performance experience includes Seminole High School, The Company Colour Guard, and Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps.
Since then, Andria has gone on to teach other DCI programs such as Carolina Crown, Phantom Regiment, Santa Clara Vanguard, Bluecoats and Crossmen. Additionally, Andria has previously been a part of Georgia State University Marching band and Winterguard programs, Phantom Regiment Winterguard, and a variety of high school programs across the U.S.
Andria continues to be involved with the local Atlanta based circuit for the past several years, serving as Vice President of the Executive Board. In addition to SAPA, Andria is also on the Board for WGI.
Outside of the activity, Andria works at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in the IS&T department throughout the year.
Andria enjoys spending her free time with her husband, Rick, and two dogs—Buckley and Simon.
WATCH NOW! Andria Foerch talks with Courtney Allison of ColorGuardEDU about “The Positive Influence,” discussing how Positive Teaching can make you a better educator and create better outcomes and performances. Topics include “Communication Methods,” “Have A Growth Plan,” “Capitalize on Teachable Moments,” and “Be Honest and Inspiring.”
Courtney and Andria Foerch sit down to talk about the impact of positive teaching on our color guard students. Several different ideas and strategy’s can be used to create a more peaceful approach to our students, especially when giving feedback. Listen as they go through some ideas that can help you with your team.