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| Andrew |
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| Andre Esco Pierce began Break dancing in early 2001 during his JR year of high school. Within his first couple months of learning the basic he had many followers to join him in his journey to becoming a “REAL B-BOY”. The following school year he was able to start a break-dance club at school. This is where his teaching began, and after high school Andrew moved on to PBCC where he once again started a dance club, and started teaching there as well. Since then he has taught people of all ages with dance, tricks, and tips. Along with teaching Andrew has competed in competitions in Miami, Tampa , Orlando , and Gainesville , and performed for local night clubs in West palm Beach and Tampa. Andrew’s way of teaching comes straight from the roots that the dance originated from. Starting with the basics and moving on to more advanced moves. |
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| Burcin Gursel |
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| Burcin Gursel began her training in ballet and Jazz but has found Hip Hop to be her true passion. Burcin has been immersed in the dance culture since 2002. Burcin’s experience comes from Florida Arts and Dance Studios (Stuart, FL), Fabulous Feet Inc.(Jenson Beach, FL), Atlantic Arts Theater (Jupiter FL), Ms. P’s Dance Studio (Weston, FL), Performance Edge 2 (Parkland, FL), Florida Dance Academy (West Palm Beach, FL), Groovolotion Dance Studio (West Palm Beach, FL), as well as an instructor role for DEA Dance conventions. With her passion for dance and love for Hip Hop, Burcin has evolved herself into a versatile instructor. With over 9 years of teaching experience, Burcin has clearly made a prominent reputation for herself. People have always noticed her warm and inviting personality, which helps only to compliment her effective teaching methods. Educating people on the culture of Hip Hop as well as the dance styles evolved would be one of her primary focuses in class. Another value in her teaching would be to include a deep sense of accomplishment and encouragement no matter the prior dance experience. All students leave with an “experience” rather than just a class. Pursuing constant improvements and staying relevant with today’s Hip Hop culture, Burcin comes prepared to teach and lead you with a better understanding of what Hip Hop embodies. |
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| Debby Carrigan |
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| Debby began her yogic journey over a decade ago, throughout which she developed a passion for a variety of yoga disciplines. She is certified in Sivananda yoga, with an ever-evolving style that is influenced by Anusara, Kundalini, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Bikram, and of course, Sivananda. She is also a Thai-Yoga therapist, as well as Reiki certified. Her intention is to support an increasing awareness of the whole body, creating space for the release of tensions and allowing for an infinite connection to the body, mind, and heart. |
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| Heather Foy - Dancer & Owner |
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| Heather was born and raised in West Palm Beach, FL. She stumbled upon belly dancing when she walked into a gift shop to inquire about their yoga classes. She soon learned about fire dancing through one of her belly dance teachers, Maria. Heather has been belly dancing non-stop since 2005 and fire dancing since 2006. She was a member of Hip-Notic Dance Company in 2007 and 2008. Heather has studied with numerous teachers from around the world, including well known belly dancers such as Suhaila Salimpour, Zoe Jakes, Rachel Brice, Mira Betz, Jill Parker and many more. She has also studied with well known fire performers such as Nick Woolsey, Alien Jon, Yuta, Cyrille Humen, Banyan, Glitter Girl, Baxter, Bliss and many more! Due to her love for the performing arts; Heather recently made a life changing decision to teach dancing and help others set the world of dance on fire. |
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| Jen |
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| Jen is a tribal fusion dancer and instructor based in West Palm Beach. She began her training in traditional bellydance with Raina Milliman 5 years ago. She has since found a love for tribal and has studied under many internationally known dancers including Daniela, Zoe Jakes, Mira Betz, Rachel Brice and Ariellah. Jennifer’s improvisational style combines slow and sensual movements with dynamic isolations that accurately portray her passion for dancing. |
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| Lindsay |
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| Lindsay is a hula hooper who moved from New York to Florida four years ago. She is passionate about the teaching and performing with the hoop as well as enlightening others about all the forms it can be used in, including dance, fitness, and meditation. She is currently working on a hoop meditation workshop that she hopes to eventually present at the Omega Institute in NY. Lindsay believes that the hula hoop can bring healing, health, and overall fitness. Other than hula hooping Lindsay also performs with fire using a variety of other props such as poi and fans. She is passionate about her art and passionate about sharing it with others! |
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| Lourdes Pollock |
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| Lourdes Pollock, MA, CCHT is an Exercise Physiologist, Hypnotherapist and Reiki Master. She has been working in the field of mind-body wellness for almost 30 years specializing in Yoga, Belly dance, Pilates and Interactive Guided Imagery. Lourdes has been studying and practicing Ipsalu Tantra Kriya Yoga for 4 years and has experienced profound changes in her life on spiritual, sexual, and interpersonal levels. |
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| Sambra |
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| Sambra started her dancing life with ballet and flamenco at the age of 9 and was introduced to belly dance through the Syrian/Lebanese community. Her fascination for the Golden Era of Egyptian Belly dance and her journey at Chez Yvette, Art and Performance Dance Studio had influenced and inspired her to keep the essence of the Traditional Egyptian Oriental Dance with a moderate glamour of modern dance. Groovolution Studio is where Sambra is teaching , choreographing and enjoying with her students what she was created for … Belly Dance. |
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| Yvonne |
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| Yvonne is an award winning Middle Eastern performing artist who has focused her studies in Egyptian “Raqs Sharqi” Cabaret stylization, but who also has developed her own unique style with a progressive twist. Over the past 10 years her talent as an instructor and performing artist has captivated audiences with her authentic style and has earned her the respect of south Florida’s belly dance scene. She has also performed as a member of Virginia’s (of Miami) Wa Nour Al Ayun since 2008. Virginia is an internationally acclaimed performer, instructor and choreographer. Yvonne is certified in the Suhaila Salimpour format level 1, and is currently working towards her level 2 certification. Suhaila Salimpour is a 2nd generation master instructor and performer, she runs one of the most internationally recognized belly dance certification programs in America today. Yvonne has travelled abroad to Egypt’s international Ahlan Wa Sahlan belly dance festival, Lebanon, Dubai and other exotic locations to deepen her studies of Middle Eastern dance and culture. “Middle Eastern dance offers a great outlet for artistic expression, fitness and cultural awareness. It's not just about doing the dance; it's about sharing the passion with other people." – Yvonne |
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