Rae Studios' 2025 Spring Performance Intensive

Venue for Sunday, December 8th, 2024: Great Star | 636 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133

Luma Prudente

Hip Hop [Int/Adv] (8-Wk)

Mondays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26

Luma Prudente is a dynamic and experienced dance instructor with a rich background in both classical and contemporary styles. Born and raised in Brazil, Luma started dancing at the age of 2, specializing in classical forms such as ballet, which she practiced for 9 years, along with jazz, flamenco, and contemporary. Over time, she expanded her skill set to include circus arts, jazz funk, zumba, heels, Afro, and hip hop, which has become her primary focus.

While in Brazil, Luma led a dance workshop and choreographed a team for a major performance, showcasing her leadership and creative vision. At 18, she moved to the Bay Area to pursue further opportunities and deepen her dance studies. Now 20yo, she is a member of the professional dance team Sauce and has performed at notable events such as World of Dance Bay Area. Her performances have also included dancing at the Oakland Arena as a backup dancer for an international singer.

Luma is passionate about continuous growth and sharing the joy of dance with others. Her teaching style combines her classical foundation with modern dance forms, creating engaging and inspiring classes for dancers of all levels.

You can reach Luma at [email protected] or follow her on Instagram: @luma_prude

Intensive Description: Hip Hop [Int/Adv]:

This spring intensive focuses on musicality, foundational steps, advanced footwork, grooves, and technique, emphasizing precision and cleanliness. Rather than just copying moves, dancers will learn to embody the music with intention. Mixing old and new hip-hop moves, the training will develop both technical skills and authentic expression through drills and choreography.

Namaad Jackson

Hip Hop [Int/Adv] (8-Wk)

Mondays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26

Namaad Jackson is a performer, choreographer, educator, and mentor whose background, training, and passion extends over 15 years. In 2008, Jackson found KauCon Dance Kru (KDK) and served as its Chief ExecuCve Director. KDK was a professional dance company that provided guidance, educaCon, and training to inspire other energeCc dancers. Jackson started a youth division of the company in 2012 called KhaoCc Dane Kru, serving dancers ages 12-18. In 2014, he opened a KDK in Las Vegas. During the second year of the pandemic, he closed the company and moved to San Jose.

Namaad has directed many dance companies and troupes including Dcypher Dance, TeamWeGonMakeIt, Culture Shock DC (CSDC), and Culture Shock Las Vegas (CSLV) where he was able to travel, perform, and teach throughout the US, and in Canada, Paris, and Germany. He was ArCsCc Managing Director for Dixie Arts Conservatory where he managed and oversaw all studio operaCons, classes, and programs. Since moving to the Bay Area Namaad signed as a talent with RAE Talent and Model Agency and is teaching at several studios across the bay area including RAE Studio, Purdance, FulloutStudios, Dance ConnecCon of Palo Alto, and Dance Mission Theater. Namaad dances and performs with Str8Jackets Dance Crew which has been featured on NBC’s World of Dance the TV show and is also a former pro NBA Dancer for the Golden State Warriors.

Namaad sees dance as a positive force and a medium to tell stories, discuss issues and inspire others. He is proud of his accomplishments and is very passionate about his career as a professional dancer, choreographer, and educator. He encourages others to recognize their passion and always follow their hearts and dreams.

Intensive Description: Hip Hop [Int/Adv]:

Get ready to turn up the heat in this high-energy performance class! Combining the fierce, confident vibes with raw, dynamic energy, this class is designed to elevate your performance skills and challenge your creativity. Expect fast-paced choreography, intense rhythms, and the chance to express your boldest moves to two of the hottest tracks in hip-hop. Bring your attitude, your power, and your passion—this class is all about owning the stage!

JJ Ghera

Commercial Choreo [Int/Adv] (8-Wk)

Tuesdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27

JJ Ghera is a non-binary native Bay Area dancer/performer and choreographer. They have trained all over the world from Los Angeles to New York to London, most notably at places such as Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio, Millennium Dance Complex, Studio 68, Pineapple Dance Studio, and most recently The Yanis Marshall Heels Intensive and Broadway Dance Center’s Training Program. Their training consists of various dance styles such as Hip-Hop, Jazz, Street Jazz, Contemporary, and Heels. JJ’s professional dance career has led him to work with Little Mix, Rebecca Ferguson, Aaron Carter, Xavier Toscano, Adobe, Google and many more. You can also find JJ performing in Drag at local venues in the Bay Area as Evvy Dense.

Intensive Description: Commercial Choreo [Intermediate]:

Ready to level up your dance skills? This 8-Week Commercial Dance Workshop with JJ is designed to take your performance and technique to new heights! This workshop offers a dynamic blend of commercial dance styles, including hip-hop, jazz funk, and contemporary. You'll learn challenging and exciting choreography, with a focus on technique, performance skills, and stage presence. JJ will provide personalized feedback to help you improve your movement, confidence, and artistic expression throughout the 8 weeks that will have you ready to hit the stage!

Sleiman Alahmadieh

Jazz Funk [Int/Adv] (8-Wk)

Tuesdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27

Sleiman(He/him) is a dancer, actor, singer, based in the Bay Area. He was born in a small town in Lebanon and moved to the states at 2 years old. He has always loved moving and felt a strong connection to music since dancing along to the Cheetah Girls and High School Musical. He has always dreamed of being a choreographer since before he new how to spell it and is so excited to bring his energy and passion to Rae Studios!

He graduated from San Francisco State University this past spring with a degree in Communications and has been a working theater performer in the Bay Area for 6 years.

He believes Dance is such a beautiful art and getting to feel music with your body is such a privilege that everyone should get to experience. Because of the toxic dance environments he’s been in he’s now determined to create a space that is fun and positive for every single person in the room!

Intensive Description: Jazz Funk [Int/Adv]:

My intensive will be a super fun and high energy piece! It will be some hard hitting and dynamic choreo and we will focus on infusing your own style and personality into your performance! My goal is that we are able to meld Jazz funk with some theatrics and be able to tell a story with our piece!

James Jared

Heels [Advanced] (5-Wk)

Wednesdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/30, 5/7, 5/10, 5/14, 5/28

James began his dance journey as an 8-year-old in Southern California, where he trained in a variety of styles including jazz, hip-hop, ballet, and contemporary. He earned a minor degree in Modern Dance and Choreography from Princeton University in 2019, where he also danced and choreographed for diSiac Dance Company. It was during this time that James also began his heels training. Since college, James has continued his dance education in Boston and San Francisco, and more recently has taught heels classes at various studios in the Bay, including City Dance, ODC, and Rae. James has been honored to perform choreography by Chris Martin, Ohad Naharin, Crystal Pite, Robert Battle, and others.

In his heels choreography, James blends the movement vocabularies of all styles he’s trained in, with a primary focus on contemporary and jazz. Like most other heels classes, his choreography is rooted in the sensuality of the feminine form. However, James also explores how this feminine aesthetic can be in dialogue with a masculine presentation and how a more masculine aesthetic can also fuel a feminine performance. In other words, he asks the question, “How can traditionally female movement qualities demonstrate maleness, and how can traditionally male qualities emphasize womanhood?” Of course, his choreography is still full of the sexy, fun, and flirty style that you can expect from any heels class.

Ig: jams_jard/

Intensive Description: Heels [Advanced]:

This workshop will focus on developing advanced heels technique and practicing complex movement patterns. During rehearsals, you will practice applying advanced skills through exercises and choreography, with an emphasis on power, sensuality, cleanliness, and confidence. Student should be comfortable walking and dancing in heels, and be familiar with intermediate/advanced techniques so that we can focus on learning choreography and rehearsing for the performance. Choreography will be taught form the first class and built upon throughout the series until the performance. Please also note the unique dates for this workshop, which include 4 weekday rehearsals and one weekend makeup rehearsal.

Mahiro O'Haru

Hip Hop Fusion [Beg/Int] (8-Wk)

Wednesdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28

Mahiro/Mahi (she/her), a passionate dancer, is from Illinois and now has San Francisco as her home. She started her dance journey at the age of three with ballet training at Fauborg School of Ballet and went on to perform in multiple shows. Transitioning to a competitive dance team, Mahiro embraced styles like jazz, pom-dance, and kick-dance, even achieving a top 5 placement at Nationals in 2016. As a choreographer and team leader, she honed her skills, fostering collaboration and guiding fellow dancers for four years.

In college, despite the limited opportunities for dance, Mahiro found ways to continue sharing her love for dance. She choreographed and taught group dances for professional business organization competitions, raising funds for various charities. She traught peers with all varying skill levels. In 2021, she joined RAE Studios, where she reconnected with her passion and developed a new affinity for hip-hop, pop jam, and DRENCHED. Starting her teaching career in the Bay Area with DRENCHED at Rae Studios, she now focuses on her own Hip-Hop Choreography that has a hint of different styles that come from her dance background. 

Now, Mahiro eagerly looks forward to inspiring students from diverse dance backgrounds with her art. With each step she takes as a teacher, she aims to ignite the same passion within her students, fostering an inclusive space where they can cultivate their creative and wellness aspirations.

IG: @mahioharu

Intensive Description: Hip Hop Fusion [Beg/Int]:

Join us for a high-energy Hip-Hop Fusion Showcase Intensive, where you’ll train like a performer and bring your skills to the next level! This workshop blends choreography, technique, and performance coaching to help you move with confidence and style. You’ll learn dynamic routines while refining your execution, stage presence, and teamwork—because performing is not just about the steps, but how you bring them to life together. We’ll set individual intentions, push past comfort zones, and build a supportive environment where you can shine. Most importantly, it’s about having fun, enjoying the process, and leaving it all on the floor when it’s time to perform. Let’s train, grow, and make this showcase unforgettable!

Kait Skye

Contemporary [Beg] (8-Wk)

Thursdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29

Kait Skye is a Chicago-area native performer, educator, and choreographer currently living in San Francisco. Dance has always been a part of her life; she began dancing before kindergarten and her passion for dance only grew larger over the years. She continued broadening her training across all genres through college including hip hop, ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, pointe, and more. She has a long list of training and teaching experiences including training with Hip Hop ConnXion HQ of which she was a company member for 11 years as well as teaching and directing at M3 Dance (formerly Chicago Ballet Conservatory) prior to moving to San Francisco. Kait’s biggest passion within dance is teaching - she loves passing on her knowledge to other artists and helping them become the best versions of themselves, both personally and professionally.

Workshop Description: Contemporary [Beg]:

Kait's contemporary showcase intensive is designed for dancers eager to push their artistic and technical boundaries. This program is crafted to build strength, fluidity, and versatility, blending contemporary technique with dynamic movement exploration. Each week, dancers will engage in rigorous training sessions, focusing on technique, musicality, performance quality, and performance preparation.

Throughout the intensive, participants will collaborate on original choreography, honing their ability to embody storytelling through movement. The program will culminate in a fully staged showcase performance, where dancers will present their work in a professional setting, celebrating their growth and artistry. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, expand your movement vocabulary, or gain performance experience, this intensive offers an inspiring and supportive environment to evolve as a contemporary dancer. All levels of dedicated dancers are welcome!

Risa Ono

Street Jazz [Int/Adv] (8-Wk)

Thursdays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29

Risa (she/her) from Tokyo is proudly represented by Rae Dance Agency. She began her dance journey at the age of 16, diving into various styles including Hip Hop, Locking, and Street Jazz. Since then, she has graced numerous events with her performances and crafted captivating choreographies for showcases and her hip hop team, both in Japan and New York.

While in New York, Risa expanded her repertoire by training in Heels with Army of Sass and joined a fabulous bachata team led by the renowned dance duo, Daniel y Desirée, who are celebrated as the world's top Bachata dance couple.

One of her recent dream projects was directing and choreographing a musical promotion PV for Dokkyo University in Japan – a truly exciting endeavor! Risa’s unique dance style and choreography emphasize musicality, inviting all dancers to express themselves and fully enjoy the music.

Currently, Risa shares her passion by teaching Street Jazz and J-Pop at Rae Studio, inspiring the next generation of dancers. Join her on this exhilarating journey of dance and self-expression!

Workshop Description: Street Jazz [Int/Adv]:

Join Risa for an exciting workshop series designed to elevate your dance skills! This series will focus on enhancing your texture, grooves, and isolation techniques while also teaching you how to embody your unique swag and become a captivating storyteller through movement. Risa’s Street Jazz style beautifully weaves together elements of Hip Hop, Locking, Jazz Funk, and groove training. She highly encourages students to attend her regular Street Jazz [Int/Adv] class prior to the workshop to gain a deeper understanding of her distinctive style. Get ready to unleash your creativity and bring your personality to the dance floor!

Peyton Crawford

Heels [Int] (8-Wk)

Fridays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30

Coming from her home town Sonoma, CA, Peyton Crawford is a passionate dancer who wants to share her love for dance with the world. Peyton has always been told by her family that she was dancing before she could even walk, always following the rhythm of music and the ongoing rhythm that plays in her head. She comes from a long history in the pageant world, since the age of two months, and has been on stage ever since. She has choreographed numerous routines within the industry and directed pieces. Not only has Peyton had a pageant history background, she had been attending dance conventions and classes since the age of five. She was the dance intern at her middle school and proceeded to gain experience in dancing and choreographing on her high school's dance team.

While attending Sonoma State University, Peyton had experienced numerous showcases and pieces with different processes. She has taken choreography classes all over California and gained experience in numerous styles such as hip hop, jazz, jazz-funk, heels, improv, line-dancing, and more.

When she’s not dancing she is working with horses and designing clothes for her line, Kiki. This young lady aspires to be a professional dancer and model for artists and brands. With her journey at Rae Studios she hopes to give her fellow dancers a space where they can feel comfortable and grow as individuals. A place of honor and celebration to life. Come join her in class!

You can find her on:

Instagram: @_peyton.craw

TikTok: @_peyton.craw

Intensive Description: Heels [Int]:

During this 8-week intensive with Peyton Crawford, her focal point will be providing space and knowledge to her dancers to gain confidence and grow as individual artists. Throughout the intensive process Peyton will focus on technique and muscle engagement per move to create a performance piece that will not only make you feel good, but be fun. We will start with learning choreo, basic technique, formate, and perform. Her choreography consists of musicality, technique, and details with fast and upbeat music. If you’re looking to challenge your inner STAR and let the stage see you shine brighter than life, Peyton welcomes all and everyone and highly encourages you to join her on stage and fill the room with thrilling energy.

Tae-Ninja

Hip Hop [Int/Adv] (5-Wk)

Fridays, 9pm-10:30pm

Dates: 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30

Tae-Ninja is a dancer coming straight from Hayward,CA who has indulged herself in the Bay area dance community for years. Starting from a competitive background at Dancemakers Studio in Fremont, CA and also from a street dance outlook from Hayward all the way to deep SF. Tae brings the raw & edginess of street to the dance world. Tae-Ninja is a part of a Turf/all styles team named UNKNOWN residing from San Francisco,CA. As one of only few female freestylers active in the scene she battles across the States and cities to educate and expand the horizon of Turfin' as well Bay Area essence to others from different cultures and different upbringings. Tae-Ninja has been named 2023 Queen of Turfinc 4 and activist for the dance community. Her performance extends to commercial work including NIKE, LaRussel, Seiji Oda, Bay Area Juvenile Detention Centers, Disneyland Parade, and participation in multiple dance festivals including SF International HipHop dance fest. to be able to continue move with purpose, on purpose, and share her visions with the world.

Intensive Description: Hip Hop [Int/Adv]:

This intensive would be based around street hiphop dancing. The fundamentals and movement that freestylers use and implement it into choreography form. Not your regular jazz funk hiphop, I'd say more cultured based. Opening students eyes that they do not have to do everything by the book when it comes to choreography and freestyling your movement.

Dione Dacuycuy

Int/Adv Choreo (8-Wk)

Saturdays, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Dates: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31

Dione (he/him) began his dance journey at UCLA on collegiate teams, starting with no prior experience. Over the past 11 years, he has cultivated his passion for movement and artistic expression, training with renowned Bay Area teams such as Project M, Groove Against the Machine, and most recently, Str8Jacket. Drawing inspiration from styles like Hip-Hop, K-POP, House, Jazz, & Afro, Dione integrates these influences into his choreography while honoring the rich histories of the dances he learns. Most recently, he was an instructor at City Dance Studios Fall 2024.

Dedicated to growth and sharing his craft, Dione creates dynamic, expressive, and enjoyable classes that emphasize musicality, performance, grooves, and textures. He strives to inspire through movement and foster a love for dance in his students. Check out more of his work on Instagram: @dcuycuy.

Intensive Description: Int/Adv Choreo:

This workshop series is designed to challenge dancers both physically and mentally by diving deep into timing, musicality, performance, and textures. Over the course of the intensive, dancers will learn three distinct pieces, each emphasizing a different aspect of movement.

The goal is to help dancers build confidence performing advanced choreography while deepening their understanding of movement dynamics. Through focused learning, blocking exercises, and staging techniques, participants will refine their ability to execute and perform choreography with intention and precision.

Workshop Structure:

1. Choreography Training – Learn three unique pieces, each highlighting a different dimension of movement.

2. Casting & Blocking – Understand formations, staging, and spatial awareness for performance.

3. Staging & Performance – Integrate all elements for a complete, polished set.

Expect to refine your musicality, and explore how movement can create an environment that enhances performance. My ultimate goal is to share my approach to movement and musicality, equipping dancers with tools to elevate their artistry and develop as artist-athletes.

Jackson Tran

K-Pop [Intermediate] (8-Wk)

Saturdays, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Dates: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31

Jackson has a diverse background in Hip-Hop, Jazz Funk, and K-Pop dancing. He is a founding member of a K-Pop dance crew based in Santa Cruz called StarChrome. Additionally, he served as a director for JK Family, a beginner-friendly choreography dance crew that blends various dance forms with a passion for Japanese, Korean, and American music. Jackson enjoys exploring new styles and merging different techniques to create choreography that transcends any single genre. Currently, he teaches choreography to students of all ages, from children to adults, at Rae Studios and other studios where he is involved. He plans to continue expanding his skills and evolving as a dance instructor who can express dance through a diverse range of styles.

Intensive Description: K-Pop [Intermediate]:

Join in for an exciting K-Pop Performance Cover Workshop, where you'll learn choreography and stage presence of your favorite K-Pop Idols! This high-energy class will break down key moves, formations, and expressions to help you embody the style and charisma of K-Pop style performances. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, I will guide you through the details to make your cover performance shine. You'll also get tips on stage confidence, team work, and synchronization, just like a real K-Pop star. Come dance, have fun, and connect with fellow K-Pop fans in this immersive dance workshop!

Contemporary Fusion [Int/Adv] (5-Wk)

Saturdays, 3:00pm-4:30pm

Dates: 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31

Tatianna/Tati Steiner (she/her) is a versatile Asian American movement artist and educator based in San Francisco, with a focus on contemporary and modern dance. She began training at age five in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, improvisation, and modern dance, developing a strong passion for choreography and performance. A 24’ graduate of UC Berkeley (Cal) with a B.A. in Dance and Performance Studies, Tatianna had the honor of working with renowned choreographers such as Lenora Lee, Iu Hui Chua, and Lisa Wymore. While at Cal, she co-founded Tether Dance Company, a premier modern dance troupe, where she cultivated a cooperative and inclusive environment and explored innovative movement and scoring techniques. She also choreographed and taught contemporary, jazz, and modern dance for Cal organizations like Danceworx and [M]ovement.

As a choreographer, Tatianna fuses jazz, modern, and contemporary styles to create works that are expressive, emotional, and technically complex. As a performer, she is an active freelance performer in the Bay Area, collaborating with artists and organizations such as Printz Dance Project, SanSan Kwan, APAture, and NACHMO. Passionate about pushing the boundaries of dance, Tatianna continuously seeks new ways to expand its possibilities through improvisation and scoring. She is excited to teach at Rae alongside Teo and share their love for movement!

You can follow Tatianna on IG @Tatianna.st

Teo Lin-Bianco is a dynamic dance artist, choreographer, and educator based in San Francisco, specializing in modern and contemporary styles. With over a decade of experience in dance training, Teo combines technical expertise with a passion for storytelling through movement. Their work reflects a unique blend of influences, including the natural world, poetry, improvisation, and lived experiences. Teo co-founded Tether Dance Company, UC Berkeley’s premier modern dance troupe, where they developed innovative choreography and fostered a collaborative environment for dancers to grow and explore their artistry. As a choreographer, Teo has created and performed works that push boundaries, including the annual project “Soulmates,” which explores themes of love, romance, and intimacy. Their choreography has been featured in festivals such as APAture, where they created a piece delving into community and self-determination.

Intensive Description: Contemporary Fusion [Int/Adv]:

This intermediate/advanced contemporary fusion intensive focuses on developing floorwork, inversions, and partnerwork technique, culminating in a final choreographed piece. Dancers will refine their ability to transition seamlessly through different movement qualities and build confidence in partnering, including weight-sharing and lifts. Each class begins with a movement-based icebreaker and warm-up, followed by across-the-floor technique and partnering exercises. The first sessions will introduce choreography, while later classes will focus on refining, cleaning, and blocking the final piece. This intensive is ideal for dancers looking to expand their physicality, deepen their artistry, and explore contemporary and release-based techniques.

Andrea Sendek

Belly Dance [Intermediate] (8-Wk)

Sundays, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25

With a rich background in the performing arts, Andrea Sendek brings a lifetime of passionate involvement in acting, music, and dance to her role as artist, teacher, organizer, and director.

Andrea integrates philosophies into her work learned from training and performing, for over 2 decades, belly dance and other dance genres. Andrea began learning belly dance with Mesmera in Los Angeles from 1996-2004. In 2004 she relocated to the Bay Area and began her studies at The Salimpour School of Dance where for 10 years she trained under and assisted both Jamilla & Suhaila Salimpour. Since 2015 Andrea has been learning Arabic drumming and music with Susu Pampanin and Amina Goodyear. In June of 2021, Andrea began studying extensively with Egyptian master Tommy King. She Has taken countless workshops from Egyptian teachers throughout the years some of which include, Dandesh, Yossry El Hefni, Karim Nagi, Tito Seif, Adia Nour, and Mohammed Shahin.In 2022 Andrea was invited to teach annually at The Crazy Nights Festival in Cairo Egypt alongside of the industries top Egyptian artists. Andrea also takes weekly Egyptian Arabic classes to help with her dancing and understanding of the music she loves to perform to.

As a performer, Andrea has an extensive background. Some notable performance venues are The Palace of Fine Arts, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Brava Theatre, and The Shelton Theatre. She has performed and taught across the United States and internationally; some highlights of her itinerary include appearances in Egypt, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Canada, and Chile.

Andrea is the founder of Khepri Dance Comapny and Khepri Productions. Khepri Dance Company was featured in the prestigious San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival in 2016. Khepri Productions produces The Catwalk, a local variety show, Cirque Arabesque, and hosts notable artists from Egypt in San Francisco for workshops and shows.

My dance goals are to keep developing my technique, my understanding of my art form, grow my student body, and speak Egyptian Arabic fluently. My big dreams would be to have a fully funded dance company and a regular venue where we can perform weekly with a live Arabic band and do classic shows to sold out crowds!

Website: andreasendek.com

Instagram: @andreasendekbellydance

Intensive Description: Belly Dance [Intermediate]:

In this 8-week intensive, students will delve deep into the essence of Egyptian-style belly dance, focusing on the development of technical proficiency, artistic expression, and cultural awareness. Our dynamic choreography will be to Egyptian music and we will explore how to interpret and feel the music in your body with confidence. Throughout the course, you'll build your stage presence and charisma, learning how to connect and engage with your audience and convey the emotion of the song through movement. By the end of the intensive, you will not only have mastered choreography but will also possess a deeper understanding of Egyptian dance and its cultural significance.

Jessica Rae

Pop Jam [Intermediate] (8-Wk)

Sundays, 1:30pm-3:00pm

Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25

Jessica Rae is a Filipino business owner and educator around movement and entrepreneurship. She is the founder and CEO of Rae Model & Talent Agency LLC and Rae Studios, located in downtown San Francisco, California. Jessica graduated from San Francisco State University with a BA in Speech and Communications and a lifetime advocate of dance and the arts.

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She is an energetic certified Group Fitness and Dance Instructor with a strong background in Cardio Dance, Kickboxing, MMA, and dance choreography. She promotes healthy minds and bodies through music and movement while building a strong community motivating people to move outside their comfort zone. Her certifications include: GF, AFAA, CPA and First Aid, Pound Pro, Cize Live, Barre Certified and has been seen coaching for Gap HQ, Athleta, Lorna Jane, Fitbit, William-Sonoma, Airbnb, Eventbrite, Salesforce, Facebook, Marriott, San Francisco Middle School, Dare to Bare amongst other established corporations.

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Jessica currently teaches weekly classes at Equinox and Rae Studios.

Intensive Description: Pop Jam [Intermediate]:

Rehearsal Attire:

All black dance wear and black or white sneakers

Sara Templeton

Reggaeton [Intermediate] (8-Wk)

Sundays, 3:00pm-4:30pm

Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25

Sara is a choreographer, teacher, and dancer born and raised in San Francisco.  She started her professional hip-hop career at sixteen, dancing with Culture Shock S.F. and L.A. and guest performing with independent artists throughout the Bay Area.  While earning her dance degree at Loyola Marymount University, Sara expanded her training to include ballet, modern / contemporary, and dunham technique, and also began a focused re-engagement with salsa and other Latin dances connected to her Puerto Rican heritage.  It was during this time that Sara truly honed in on her passion for choreography and teaching, and the ways in which the intelligence of different dance techniques could cross pollinate for the benefit of the artist. Sara has performed alongside notable hip-hop artists Allan Frias and Jesse Lee Santos, and has done commercial work with musical groups Blue Boy and Spanish Fly.  Locally Sara has performed and presented work at Dance Mission Theater and ODC, and is blest to have trained with exceptional artists across disciplines including Janice Garrett (modern), Robin Dekkers (ballet), Brandi Chun (jazz funk), Pat Cruz (hip-hop) and others.  Most recently, Sara choreographed the Center Repertory Company’s sold out Spring 2023 musical production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights and continues to teach a variety of dance forms around the Bay Area.

Sara strongly believes in the joy of dance, and is dedicated to fostering a safe and playful space where students can work on sound dance technique while feeling motivated to grow.  When Sara is not in the studio teaching or choreographing, she is experimenting with dance for film, and running her online dance merchandise store ObjectsForArts.  Besides dance, Sara is an ardent, 20-year practitioner of Iyengar yoga, and a strong believer in massages and chocolate.

Intensive Description: Reggaeton [Intermediate]:

In this performance intensive we'll take a deep dive into the 'club style' of reggaetón, focusing on strong beats, dynamic transitions, and captivating stage presence. Participants will be guided beyond technique and work on building a fun and satisfying performance that is both sexy, cool, and creative. Each dancer will practice how to get the most out of performing within a group while also receiving one-on-one mentorship to support their individual growth. This is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to explore the movement of the Caribbean, and how that has merged with commercial styles and club culture to become reggaetón!

Erica Knox

Contemporary [Intermediate] (8-Wk)

Sundays, 3:00pm-4:30pm

Dates: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25

Erica Knox (she/her) is a dancer and educator. She graduated from Fordham University, studying History and IPE on a full academic scholarship, and recently completed Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s Training Program. Some highlights of her teaching experience include tutoring college students academically, and giving ballet classes for a college ballet company. The past two summers she has been a teacher assistant for the LINES Ballet summer intensives. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes health of the body, imaginative metaphor and belief in new possibilities.

Intensive Description: Contemporary [Intermediate]:

We will work together to create a piece that showcases an organic, fluid, expressive movement quality. I will create 2 longer phrases, one that initiates from the heart space and uses the spine/ribcage especially to express. The second will contrast and be more grounded, rooted and strong. In addition the dancers will create their own personal gesture phrases that I will help them build off of a journaling prompt. I am planning on using instrumental music (no words), and incorporating elements like canons to add musical interest. In terms of structure I would like to begin with a gentle floor warmup, then connect to the big ideas of the piece, then learn/review phrases, then end with personal creative work time.

That's right! Training season is here!

This series offers students the opportunity to refine their skills in various dance styles while fostering a sense of community among peers who share the same passion for delivering outstanding performances. Each year, we host dance showcases that highlight students eager to elevate their dance journey and perform on the big stage. This workshop allows participants to perfect their choreography and improve their overall performance quality. Last season's show featured over 130+ performers with over 350+ attendees present for our Winter Show. We look forward to the growth as we head into our Spring Intensive!

This workshop series includes 8-weeks and 5 week set of rehearsals. Single ticket drop-ins are allowed for the first two classes for students to test out the class. Classes are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance. Join one of our artists in a training series for the chance to perform for our 6th showcase on June 1st and fourth time performing at Please note, performing at the showcase is not required, as we respect the individual growth process of every dancer. Performing on stage is encouraged, but sometimes dancers need more room to prepare for the big stage. For those that are unable to attend the showcase, or do not want to perform live, you are still able to sign up for the series. Now, let's begin!

Featured Instructors (8-week series):

ANDREA SENDEK | @andreasendekbellydance

CHRISTIAN MORAN | @xavyshuffles.xd

DIONE DACUYCUY | @dcuycuy

ERICA KNOX

JACKSON TRAN | @jxtrxn

JJ GHERA | @jjthekillah

KAIT SKYE | @k8skye

JESSICA RAE | @jraesf

LUMA PRUDENTE | @luma_prudente

MAHIRO O'HARU | @mahioharu

NAMAAD JACKSON | @namaadjackson

PEYTON CRAWFORD | @_peyton.craw

RISA ONO | @sonrisa_ddd

SARA TEMPLETON | @coqui.sf

SLEIMAN ALAHMADIEH | @sleimanalahmadieh

Featured Instructors (5-week series)

FLORENCE WANG | @_florencewang

JAMES JARED | @jams_jrd

TAE-NINJA | @ogtaehaze

TATIANNA STEINER | @tatianna.st

TEO LIN-BIANCO | @teolinbianco

Learn more about our featured instructors on our blog page: https://www.raestudios-sf.com/post/2025-spring-performance-intensive

Location for Rehearsals:

Rae Studios, 414 Mason St., #705, San Francisco CA, 94102

8-Week Series (April 6th - May 31st):

$275 Full Series + Showcase | $250 Member's Discount

$40 Single Session (available for first 2 sessions)

(Sales end 4/27)

5-Week Series (April 27th - May 31st):

$200 Full Series + Showcase | $175 Member's Discount

$40 Single Session (available for first 2 sessions)

(Sales end 5/18)

Show Date & Location:

Sunday, December 8th | The Great Star Theatre

By purchasing the full workshop series, you are expected to attend each rehearsal date listed.

Read our blog for full guidelines and policies.

https://www.raestudios-sf.com/post/2024-spring-performance-intensive

Florence Wang

Contemporary [Int/Adv] (5-Wk)

Sundays, 4:30pm-6:00pm

Dates: 4/19, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18

Florence Wang (she/her) was raised in Columbia, SC, and has been dancing for the past 19 years. Although her primary focus is contemporary and contemporary improvisation, she has trained in a myriad of styles and dance techniques. She started her training in classical ballet at the age of 3 at the UofSC Ballet Conservatory, and then later auditioned and joined the Columbia City Jazz Conservatory (CCJC) company where she trained in ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, and jazz, and competed in prestigious conventions–including but not limited to–Nuvo, Jump, 24/7, and Adrenaline. She went on to attend Duke University where she joined Defining Movement Dance group (Duke’s premier multicultural dance group) and Devils en Pointe (Duke’s premier ballet company). In Spring 2020, she helped co-found Duke’s first and only contemporary and improvisation dance group, Embodiment Contemporary Dance. While serving as president and co-founder, she helped choreograph, lead weekly classes, and teach collaborative workshops for four years. She was also an active member in the Duke Dance department and had her works presented in multiple university dance shows and graduated with a minor in dance. She is super excited to share her love for dance and explore contemporary dance movement in her class!

Intensive Description: Contemporary [Int/Adv]:

We will work together to create a piece that showcases an organic, fluid, expressive movement quality. I will create 2 longer phrases, one that initiates from the heart space and uses the spine/ribcage especially to express. The second will contrast and be more grounded, rooted and strong. In addition the dancers will create their own personal gesture phrases that I will help them build off of a journaling prompt. I am planning on using instrumental music (no words), and incorporating elements like canons to add musical interest. In terms of structure I would like to begin with a gentle floor warmup, then connect to the big ideas of the piece, then learn/review phrases, then end with personal creative work time.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Rae Studios, 414 Mason Street, San Francisco, United States