Faculty & Staff
Quetzalcóatl Becerra
Owner & General Manager
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Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Pilates
Graduated from communication sciences in 2000. Then he went on to work at the University of Guadalajara’s company, Anzar, and after 4 years he arrived in Mexico City to work at the National Dance Company in México where after 2 years he was promoted to demi-soloist interpreting roles as Sigfrid prince and jester soloist in the Swan Lake, the snow knight pas de deux and Russian dance soloist in the Nutcracker, Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet, Magdabaya In Bayadere and many others.
Worked with important teachers and choreographers such as Willy Burmann, Ben Stevenson, Yuri Burlaka, James Kelly, Elisa Carrillo, Cuauhtémoc Najera, Alberto Mendez, James Kudelka and the regisseaurs of George Balanchine, John Cranko and Kenneth McMillan. He also shared the stage with leading figures such as Elisa Carrillo, Iana Salenco, Natalia Osipova and Mijaíl Kaninski.
He participated in several festivals like “The video and dance festival” in Cuba, “The crossing of contemporary expressions festival” in Argentina, “Gala por techos” in el Salvador, “Salad dance festival” in Houston, TX, “Made in Mexico” in Shanghai China as well as many master classes in several companies such as the National Dance Company in Spain directed by Nacho Duato, the Stats Ballet in Germany directed by Vladimir Malakov, Zagreb’s Opera in Croatia directed by Irena Milovan amongst others.
At the same time he taught professional ballet levels in México, EL Salvador and USA.
He became an entrepreneur and started a partnership in a Body evolution Pilates, where he was also a personal trainer for 6 years.
Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Pilates
Graduated from communication sciences in 2000. Then he went on to work at the University of Guadalajara’s company, Anzar, and after 4 years he arrived in Mexico City to work at the National Dance Company in México where after 2 years he was promoted to demi-soloist interpreting roles as Sigfrid prince and jester soloist in the Swan Lake, the snow knight pas de deux and Russian dance soloist in the Nutcracker, Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet, Magdabaya In Bayadere and many others.
Worked with important teachers and choreographers such as Willy Burmann, Ben Stevenson, Yuri Burlaka, James Kelly, Elisa Carrillo, Cuauhtémoc Najera, Alberto Mendez, James Kudelka and the regisseaurs of George Balanchine, John Cranko and Kenneth McMillan. He also shared the stage with leading figures such as Elisa Carrillo, Iana Salenco, Natalia Osipova and Mijaíl Kaninski.
He participated in several festivals like “The video and dance festival” in Cuba, “The crossing of contemporary expressions festival” in Argentina, “Gala por techos” in el Salvador, “Salad dance festival” in Houston, TX, “Made in Mexico” in Shanghai China as well as many master classes in several companies such as the National Dance Company in Spain directed by Nacho Duato, the Stats Ballet in Germany directed by Vladimir Malakov, Zagreb’s Opera in Croatia directed by Irena Milovan amongst others.
At the same time he taught professional ballet levels in México, EL Salvador and USA.
He became an entrepreneur and started a partnership in a Body evolution Pilates, where he was also a personal trainer for 6 years.
Claudia Mondragon
Academic Director
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Ballet, Jazz, Pilates
Gained teaching experience in many private studios in Mexico City and became the National Coordinator of the ANVFF ballet school for 5 years, managing 13 branches along the country and rising it from the ground up; from classroom set ups, to adapting methodology to the school’s needs and managing parents, staff and curricula as well as evaluations and recitals
Completed the Intermediate degree with the RAD and continued her career in Classical and contemporary dance at a professional level at independent companies like Morelos’ state Ballet company (BACEM) directed by Martha Pimentel, Ardentía Dance Company directed by Reyna Perez, Ballet of Mexico City directed by Isabela Avalos, Anima Inc. directed by Alejandra Gonzales and others.
She danced as corps de ballet and soloist in many ballets like “The nutcracker”, “Dream of a summer’s night”, “The Pied Piper of Hamelin” amongst others and different Galas interpreting Kitri’s 1st variation , Nutcracker’s Arab Dance, and the complete Pas de deux, of Le Corsaire. Participated as an invited artist at the National Dance Company in Mexico (CND) for two season of ”The Swan Lake” and "Gisselle" under the direction of Laura Morelos. She worked with many Choreographer such as Citlalli Caballero, Jetzemani Velasco, Cuauhtémoc Nájera, Carlos Carillo, Laura Morelos, Irma Morales, Reyna Perez, Delia Siqueiros, Beatriz Guzmán and others.
Ballet, Jazz, Pilates
Gained teaching experience in many private studios in Mexico City and became the National Coordinator of the ANVFF ballet school for 5 years, managing 13 branches along the country and rising it from the ground up; from classroom set ups, to adapting methodology to the school’s needs and managing parents, staff and curricula as well as evaluations and recitals
Completed the Intermediate degree with the RAD and continued her career in Classical and contemporary dance at a professional level at independent companies like Morelos’ state Ballet company (BACEM) directed by Martha Pimentel, Ardentía Dance Company directed by Reyna Perez, Ballet of Mexico City directed by Isabela Avalos, Anima Inc. directed by Alejandra Gonzales and others.
She danced as corps de ballet and soloist in many ballets like “The nutcracker”, “Dream of a summer’s night”, “The Pied Piper of Hamelin” amongst others and different Galas interpreting Kitri’s 1st variation , Nutcracker’s Arab Dance, and the complete Pas de deux, of Le Corsaire. Participated as an invited artist at the National Dance Company in Mexico (CND) for two season of ”The Swan Lake” and "Gisselle" under the direction of Laura Morelos. She worked with many Choreographer such as Citlalli Caballero, Jetzemani Velasco, Cuauhtémoc Nájera, Carlos Carillo, Laura Morelos, Irma Morales, Reyna Perez, Delia Siqueiros, Beatriz Guzmán and others.
Armenia Salazar
Administrative Assistant
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With a beautiful smile and always ready to help, she has held the fort and kept our studio's administration in top condition sice the very beginning. Handles all the administrative issues and she is our costumer service representative.
With a beautiful smile and always ready to help, she has held the fort and kept our studio's administration in top condition sice the very beginning. Handles all the administrative issues and she is our costumer service representative.
Malvina Breniman
Ballet & Tap
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Began dancing at the age of thirteen. Told this was a ridiculously late age to start, she did not allow herself the luxury of dreaming of a career in the art. Even so, she dove into her training, pointed feet first. She took classes in ballet, jazz, tap, and later, modern, ballroom, and African-Caribbean dance. She was offered her first teaching position after only five years of dancing, and fell in love with working with young children. She earned her Bachelor's degree in dance from CSU Sacramento. Throughout her training, she attended various dance competitions and conventions, and in 2001, was asked to be a founding member of COterie DAnce (CODA) company, under the direction of Kimberly Valmore. She danced with the company, often earning soloist roles, until her family relocated to San Antonio. During her continued training, college years, and time with CODA, Malvina taught classes at various studios throughout Northern California. After the move, Malvina took several years off to focus on her children, but has recently returned to teaching.
Began dancing at the age of thirteen. Told this was a ridiculously late age to start, she did not allow herself the luxury of dreaming of a career in the art. Even so, she dove into her training, pointed feet first. She took classes in ballet, jazz, tap, and later, modern, ballroom, and African-Caribbean dance. She was offered her first teaching position after only five years of dancing, and fell in love with working with young children. She earned her Bachelor's degree in dance from CSU Sacramento. Throughout her training, she attended various dance competitions and conventions, and in 2001, was asked to be a founding member of COterie DAnce (CODA) company, under the direction of Kimberly Valmore. She danced with the company, often earning soloist roles, until her family relocated to San Antonio. During her continued training, college years, and time with CODA, Malvina taught classes at various studios throughout Northern California. After the move, Malvina took several years off to focus on her children, but has recently returned to teaching.
Nick Long
Hip Hop & Jazz Funk
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An enthusiastic teacher who has been sharing knowledge for the past 5 years all over the country and internationally. He got his start dancing at Arizona State University where he took his first dance class from Leslie Scott (EDGE, LADF, MILLENIUM), and soon after began teaching. He started dancing on the ASU Hip Hop coalition and then became the coach of the team and head choreographer and artistic director of the group. While in Arizona he taught at most of the major studios, choreographed award-winning group pieces as well as solos. He also danced with Nebellen Dance Troupe and automatic response (featured on America's Best Dance Crew). Nick decided to further his career by moving to L.A. here he has worked with some of the top choreographers Marty Kudelka, Phlex, Brian Friedman, Melanie Benz. He's now on faculty with Loyola Marymount and travels as a teacher with Hollywood Dance Experience Convention. Nick has also choreographed for the WNBA, Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Team, and has done work for Wells Fargo, Ice Breakers, Human Beatbox Rahzel, and dance music DJ Paul Van Dyk. Nick likes to share his knowledge for dance with all ages and levels and hopes to inspire through his movement and words.
An enthusiastic teacher who has been sharing knowledge for the past 5 years all over the country and internationally. He got his start dancing at Arizona State University where he took his first dance class from Leslie Scott (EDGE, LADF, MILLENIUM), and soon after began teaching. He started dancing on the ASU Hip Hop coalition and then became the coach of the team and head choreographer and artistic director of the group. While in Arizona he taught at most of the major studios, choreographed award-winning group pieces as well as solos. He also danced with Nebellen Dance Troupe and automatic response (featured on America's Best Dance Crew). Nick decided to further his career by moving to L.A. here he has worked with some of the top choreographers Marty Kudelka, Phlex, Brian Friedman, Melanie Benz. He's now on faculty with Loyola Marymount and travels as a teacher with Hollywood Dance Experience Convention. Nick has also choreographed for the WNBA, Phoenix Mercury Hip Hop Team, and has done work for Wells Fargo, Ice Breakers, Human Beatbox Rahzel, and dance music DJ Paul Van Dyk. Nick likes to share his knowledge for dance with all ages and levels and hopes to inspire through his movement and words.
Cylas Hall
Hip Hop
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Loves teaching hip hop and learning new things. He can do a mean backflip and he'll show you how. Passionate about Dance and music he tailors his playlist and does his own mixes. Always creating choreographies for his students and searching for new challenges.
Loves teaching hip hop and learning new things. He can do a mean backflip and he'll show you how. Passionate about Dance and music he tailors his playlist and does his own mixes. Always creating choreographies for his students and searching for new challenges.
Allysa Meis
Acro
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Hi My name is Allysa.
I grew up in a Gym were my mom taught gymnastics, dance and cheerleading, which gave me the opportunity to learn so many wonderful aspects of that world. I of course followed in my mothers foot steps by coaching Teams and Classes for 20yrs now.
I had the opportunity to work with all ages from mommy and me’s through Adults. I recently took a break during Covid to spend time with my family. But I missed getting to share my love for Gymnastics / Acro. I can’t wait to start coaching here and getting to meet all the wonderful new people.
Hi My name is Allysa.
I grew up in a Gym were my mom taught gymnastics, dance and cheerleading, which gave me the opportunity to learn so many wonderful aspects of that world. I of course followed in my mothers foot steps by coaching Teams and Classes for 20yrs now.
I had the opportunity to work with all ages from mommy and me’s through Adults. I recently took a break during Covid to spend time with my family. But I missed getting to share my love for Gymnastics / Acro. I can’t wait to start coaching here and getting to meet all the wonderful new people.
Special guests
Argenis Montalvo
Principal Dancer at the National Dance Company in Mexico.
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Principal Dancer at the National Dance Company in Mexico.
Studied under the Royal Ballet Academy and learned various techniques with many international teachers. Won 1st place in the “Laura Urdapilleta” contest with a scholarship from the Australian Ballet School and the Royal Ballet de School of London.
Finalist in the National Dance Contest in Mexico & the Attitude contest.
Participated in many companies like the State's Classic and Neoclassic Dance Company of Jalisco, and the Youth Dance Program at UNAM.
In 2013 starts working at the National Dance Company in Mexico where he got promoted to principal dancer after only two years.
Participated in many international ballet Galas like the International Ballet festival in Miami, International Ballet festival in Cancún, International dance encounter in Monterrey and International ballet gala, Elisa Carrillo y Amigos amongst others.
Danced many roles such as , Franz in Coppelia, James in la Silfide and the scottish, Sugarplum knight in the Nutcracker, Sigfrid in Swan Lake, Albrecht in Giselle, Colín in Fille Mal gardé, Jean de arienne in Raymonda, Pas de le electrique in Romeo & Juiet, Alí in Le Corsaire, Solor in Bayadere, and many more.
Principal Dancer at the National Dance Company in Mexico.
Studied under the Royal Ballet Academy and learned various techniques with many international teachers. Won 1st place in the “Laura Urdapilleta” contest with a scholarship from the Australian Ballet School and the Royal Ballet de School of London.
Finalist in the National Dance Contest in Mexico & the Attitude contest.
Participated in many companies like the State's Classic and Neoclassic Dance Company of Jalisco, and the Youth Dance Program at UNAM.
In 2013 starts working at the National Dance Company in Mexico where he got promoted to principal dancer after only two years.
Participated in many international ballet Galas like the International Ballet festival in Miami, International Ballet festival in Cancún, International dance encounter in Monterrey and International ballet gala, Elisa Carrillo y Amigos amongst others.
Danced many roles such as , Franz in Coppelia, James in la Silfide and the scottish, Sugarplum knight in the Nutcracker, Sigfrid in Swan Lake, Albrecht in Giselle, Colín in Fille Mal gardé, Jean de arienne in Raymonda, Pas de le electrique in Romeo & Juiet, Alí in Le Corsaire, Solor in Bayadere, and many more.
Citlalli Caballero
International Choreographer
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Dancer and Ballet teacher with over 15 years of experience, graduated from the Vicencio Dinamic Ballet School. Choreographer and stage manager of massive spectacles with international experience in Openings and closing ceremonies of olympic sports events.
Dancer and Ballet teacher with over 15 years of experience, graduated from the Vicencio Dinamic Ballet School. Choreographer and stage manager of massive spectacles with international experience in Openings and closing ceremonies of olympic sports events.