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Paws Dance inspires people to step out of their comfort zone and break through conventional boundaries between popular and traditional dance. We believe every dance is an integral piece of the culture it comes from. Our classes promote individual creativity and focus primarily on the student's artistic development in movement.

Kimberley Michelle Smith - Jazz, Hip-Hop & Modern Dance Resident Artist

Dance is a celebration of the human spirit, the pulse of our human endeavor and a true expression of freedom.

Michael Sakamoto - Butoh Dance Resident Artist

We provide a direct connection to the dance forms that are most prevalent and sought after. We offer classes in Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Brazilian, West African, Butoh, Free Form, Religious & Folkloric Afro-Cuban and Contemporary.

Katy Hernandez - Afro-Cuban Dance Resident Artist

For more information or to book your next private instruction, group class or school program, please call 213-804-PAWS (7297).