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Spreading Positivity

Through Dance

Dance classes for your body, mind and heart.

 
 

“Bija” means seed, and every class plants one.

Our mission is to cultivate a community that moves with intention rooted in dance, joy, and generosity. With every beat, you’re helping grow access to transformative arts education for children through the award-winning programs of the National Dance Institute and Celebrate the Beat.

Get grounded, get energised, and leave every class feeling connected to yourself and to something bigger.

BOOK A BIJA BEAT DANCE CLASS!

 
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Bija Beat classes are inspired by the brilliantly motivating teaching techniques of acclaimed dancer, choreographer and National Dance Institute founder Jacques d’Amboise. Utilizing live music, visual presentations and choreography based on varying themes, the classes are physically and mentally uplifting and challenging.

BIJA BEAT CLASS DESCRIPTION

Dance parties are more fun when you're social - find us on Instagram via @BijaBeat

It’s your last chance for 2017! - Calling all adventurous adults to come dance with us tomorrow, Tuesday 11.28, at 6:15 pm @nationaldanceinstitute. - Give your body, mind and spirit some rejuvenating exercise. No prior 💃 experience or fan
Come dance with us tomorrow, Tuesday 11.14, at 6:15 pm @nationaldanceinstitute. - Give your body, mind and spirit some rejuvenating exercise. No prior 💃 experience or fancy shoes required. Just you and your sneakers. - Fee: $20 which benefits t
See the fun you missed the last time we got some enthusiastic adults together to dance @nationaldanceinstitute! - Don’t miss your next opportunity - this coming Tuesday, November 7th at 6:15pm. No prior 💃 experience or fancy shoes required. Ju
Calling all fun-loving, passionate adults who love a great workout and search for ways to give back. - Come dance with us tomorrow, Tuesday 10.24, at 6:15 pm @nationaldanceinstitute. Give your body, mind and spirit some rejuvenating exercise. - Fee:
It’s almost time! For what, you say? Another great Sweat With Soul event! 💃 Join us tomorrow as we celebrate community and the arts through dance. Did we mention it’s for a good cause? Get the deets (and reserve your spot) at the link in
All you need is a good attitude, the will to do good and a love of dance to be successful at Sweat With Soul! 💃 Join us on Wednesday April 5th for another round of moving and grooving with our friends at @myballet1 and @nationaldanceinstitute. We&rs
Another day, another dance. 💃 We’re back with our widely acclaimed Sweat With Soul event on Wednesday April 5th. Get ready to move, shimmy and shake your way to happiness with our innovative approach! Did we mention all proceeds benefit the @N
Happy Monday! 💃 | Catch a glimpse of our dance-tastic founder Tracy Straus in action on @PBS @Newshour, spreading joy, positivity and endless inspiration to kids who need it. The Federal Turnaround Arts Program is one of a kind and we’re honor
Sweat With Soul was a HUGE success! 💃 | Thank you for making last night's Bija Beat and @myballet1 event so inspiring! It was a joyful and energetic celebration of @nationaldanceinstitute. See you next time!
Ready to Sweat With Soul? Come dance with @BijaBeat and @myballet1 on Tuesday, January 17th for a great cause - funding the amazing work of @nationaldance. You're going to love what we have in store for you! What's that? We'll give you a hint: it's
...and our action is DANCE! Lose your inhibitions and have a grand ol’ time! 💃
😍 W O W 😍 | #CateBlanchett is serious #girlboss #goals! | 📸 by @normanjeanroy for @voguerussia.
Who needs a vacation?! 🌺 | From the solemn and sacred to the frivolous, Hula Kahiko has a style and mood for everyone!
Orange you glad it’s autumn?! 🍊 | Orange strengthens your emotional body, encouraging a general feeling of joy, well-being, and cheerfulness so you can keep DANCING!
Find your partner and DANCE! 💃 | There’s one out there for everyone!