Performances, workshops and dance classes in New York City.
Currently gathering interest for small group classes.
Train with Juliana Santos, a Brazilian dance professional with 24+ years of experience in dance and movement
Ready to join a class? Fill out the form below to tell us what you'd like to learn and when you'd like to dance.
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Choose your dance style, preferred days and schedule. New small-group classes in NYC are organized based on student interest and availability.
Ready to join a class? Fill out the form below to tell us what you'd like to learn and when you'd like to dance.
ABOUT THE CLASSES
Move with intention. Learn with purpose.
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, your experience and goals guide the way you learn.
Each class is designed to help you develop technique, coordination, body awareness, musicality, fluidity, and confidence through dance.
Small groups allow for personalized guidance, focused practice, and meaningful connection with your movement.
WHAT YOU CAN LEARN
Belly Dance
Build technique, coordination, musicality, posture and fluidity while developing greater body awareness.
Belly Fusion
Explore the fusion of Belly Dance with other movement influences, combining technique, strength, musicality and creative expression.
Hip Mobility for Forró
A movement training class focused on hip mobility, coordination, rhythm and control. You don’t need to be taking Forró classes to participate.
FatChanceBellyDance®Style
Develop group improvisation, posture, precision, musicality, communication and stage presence.
Ready to join a class? Fill out the form below to tell us what you'd like to learn and when you'd like to dance.
ABOUT JULIANA SANTOS
Juliana Santos is a Brazilian movement professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, 24 years of experience in dance, and a strong background in therapeutic and integrative practices.
- Belly dancer, choreographer, and teacher (Traditional, Tribal Fusion, FCBD®Style)
- Certified FCBD®Style Studio instructor
- Pilates instructor
- ThetaHealer® practitioner
- Radiesthesia therapist
Since 2015, Juliana has integrated conscious movement methodology into dance, creating classes that combine technique, expression and emotional awareness.
She has trained with renowned professionals in Brazil, worked with theater-based interpretation techniques, and received multiple awards between 2016 and 2024, including Best Dancer at Enredança Brasil.
Juliana is the first certified instructor of the DançaCura® method and currently works both in Brazil and New York, offering movement experiences focused on physical, emotional, and energetic growth.
Ready to join a class? Fill out the form below to tell us what you'd like to learn and when you'd like to dance.
What Students Are Saying
What Students Are Saying
A Glimpse Into Our Classes
A Glimpse Into Our Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes.
Flexibility is developed through training, not something you need before starting.
Perfect.
Classes are designed to guide you step by step.
No. Hip mobility classes in forró are open to all genders.
A structured session focused on technique, presence, control, and movement quality.
Small groups, personalized attention, and high-level training based on years of experience.