We are dedicated to celebrating the rich traditions of Mongolian, Chinese, and other ethnic East Asian dance forms. As an independent, woman-owned studio, we also offer stretching and basic ballet classes that build the strength, flexibility, and confidence you need to excel in any dance discipline. With our intimate class sizes—rarely exceeding ten students—you’ll receive personalized attention and expert guidance, ensuring you leave each session feeling both challenged and accomplished. For us, dance is more than a universal language that connects us—it's a journey of self-discovery and healing for both body and soul.
You won’t find a more authentic class dedicated to this beautiful art form anywhere in the Bay Area! Our dance director, Baigali, is a proud member of the Urad tribe from Inner Mongolia, China, and has spent nearly two decades mastering and choreographing Mongolian dance. Mongolian dance is renowned for its intricate and diverse movements, with a repertoire that engages the shoulders, arms, and wrists to create an exquisite display of grace and strength.
With roots tracing back to ancient China, this art form seamlessly blends the dynamic movements and forms of Chinese martial arts, acrobatics, and operas. Notably, it emphasizes the significance of eye expressions in performances, exuding a distinct Eastern aesthetic that harmoniously combines strength and gracefulness.
Our beginner-friendly ballet class focuses on enhancing the strength, range, flexibility, and stability of your legs, knees, and feet. Tailored to each individual, this class ensures a safe, supportive environment. You will focus on foundational techniques by learning the basics of ballet step by step. Additionally, the class emphasizes proper warm-ups and injury prevention to protect your body and avoid injury.
The studio's advanced dance group engages in bi-weekly practices, meticulously refining their skills in crafting original pieces, all in anticipation of their upcoming performances.
Tibetan dances draw inspiration from the vibrant lives of the people dwelling amidst the snowy mountains and vast plateaus. These captivating dances are typified by the graceful forward bends of the upper body, rhythmic knee movements, and the mesmerizing flutter of the long sleeves adorning traditional Tibetan costumes.
This class aims to strengthen your whole body while enhancing overall balance. It addresses fundamental elements of flexibility, including horizontal and vertical splits, as well as shoulder opening exercises. Additionally, our training regimen targets the abdominal and back muscles and leg endurance.
Designed for children aged seven and above, this program emphasizes the development of flexibility and foundational skills. We believe it is essential to foster children's passion for dance while also instilling positive habits for self-body development.
Our introductory Uyghur class focuses on the graceful and intricate movements of the Uyghur Sanam Dance. We teach the basic hand and foot positions of this ethnic dance form born from the steppes of the Chinese autonomous region of Xinjiang.
Rooted in everyday life and inspired by the natural elements, the traditional dances of the Wa people of southern China feature complex and skillful lower body movements. The archetypal, captivating example is the hair-tossing dance performed by Wa ladies.
Diverging from the precise movements of ballet, modern dance embraces a more exploratory approach, urging dancers to deeply connect with their bodies, thereby developing their own unique dance vocabulary. You will learn to channel emotions through dance and seek a deeper layer of existence in the process.
Discover the art of powerful jumps, graceful spins, and elegant turns in our dynamic dance classes. Combining the precision of ballet with the fluidity of Chinese Classical dance, we tailor each session to build your strength, flexibility, and confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, our supportive environment ensures you achieve your goals safely and beautifully.
Get started with our group classes for our lowest fee.
Our small classes offer a more personalized experience while still working within a group.
Our private classes give you the complete personalized experience.
