Our Team

Our team consists of highly qualified and motivated professionals, who are all experts in their field. With many years of experience in the industry, they have the expertise to provide comprehensive, first-rate services to our clients.

Jerryl "Butta" Sharif

Owner / Music, Hip Hop, Freestyle, Poppin, Lockin, Line Dancing, House

Known for his cool, calm, and collective attitude, Jerryl “Butta” Sharif is no stranger to the dance community. Jerryl, is an energetic, creative and a confident dancer/choreographer who has a successful track record of improving student’s knowledge and understanding of music as well as dance. Jerryl has experience of teaching all age groups and not only fully understands the needs of students, but also has the ability to quickly engage with them. He is a self-taught dancer who has experience of teaching hip-hop, poppin, locking , freestyle, industry choreography and house dance.

During his career, he has taught in private dance schools, elementary/middle schools, high schools, colleges/universities, adult education centers, non-profit organizations and numerous workshops as well. He has over 25 years of teaching experience working with various dance companies including Dance Warrior, East Orange School District, Epitome of Soul, SMAPA, NJPAC, Grooves Unlimited, InSpira Performing Arts Center, Studio 426, Newark Public Schools, Beyond the Boogie, Rahway Dance Theatre, Fuzion Force, and Tiffany & Co. Academy of Dance just to name a few. Jerryl was the lead choreographer/music editor for the dance group "EnVy." The success and consistency of EnVy has given him the opportunity to be seen on MTV's America’s Best Dance Crew, Showtime at the Apollo, BET’s Wild out Wednesdays, BET Spring Bling and various music videos as well. Jerryl is an exceptional teacher, motivator and makes everyone feel comfortable no matter their dance skill level. When asked about how his teaching style, he often says “I teach in colors” and explains how those equate to the feels of the music and the connects to a persons emotions. His main objective is for a person to learn something each and every time they take one of his classes and of course have a fun experience all while doing it. Anyone who takes his class is guaranteed to leave with confidence, a better understanding of music, and will be looking forward to the next class.

Zachary "ZiP" Sharif

Owner / Music , Poppin, Tutting, Freestyle, Animation

A native of Newark, N.J.; Zachary R. Sharif always had a passion for expressing his creativity. Growing up, he would often sing, imitate characters from television, or play music at high volumes. Overall, he is most comfortable when dancing to any kind of beat. Often called "ZipLocK" or "Zip" for short, his favorite dance styles are popping, breaking, and locking. He's heavily influenced by 80s culture, the sounds of Daft Punk, and Michael Jackson. His influences also include Boogaloo "Shrimp" Chambers and Jeffrey Daniel.

Starting from 2003, he's traveled in the United States to compete and teach dance to students of all ages. This includes Western Illinois University(Illinois), Hampton University(Virginia), and in New York on Showtime at The Apollo! He's also performed on television with his dance group by the name of "Envy" on the BET and MTV networks. One of his fondest memories is traveling to Canada to enter a world dance competition. Although "Zip" didn't advance to the semi-finals, the diverse experience was the highlight of his trip!

Through dance, his goal is to inspire others to pursue their dreams with dedication and an open mind.

Kellye Allen

Administrator / Beginner's Ballet

Kellye Allen is a graduate of Colorado Technical University with a bachelor’s degree in healthcare management. She’s been trained in
classical ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and modern dance at Michelle Oxendine Dance Studio since the age of 3. While at Michelle Oxendine Dance Studio (Union, NJ), Kellye was on the competition team and received many awards at the competitions for both group and solo dances. She also worked in the studio as a class assistant, substitute dance teacher, and finally office staff. During her young dance career Kellye also had the privilege and honor to be a part of the Usaama/Umoja dance troupe under the direction of Karen Love (Union, NJ) during her middle school years and the Special Dance Company while in high school
under the direction of Kandice Point-du-Jour at Columbia High School (Maplewood, NJ). She remained with the Michelle Oxendine Dance Studio during her college studies and when it transitioned to Harmony Dance Center, she became a part of the office staff before retiring from dance to give her all her medical career. She feels that now is the best time to return to dance after taking some time off and give it back to the next generation through art.

Toni Allen

Administrator / Lyrical

Toni Allen has been dancing since the age of 4. Toni has been trained in a variety to styles including ballet, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, and horton. At the age of 9 she began performing with Maria Priadka School of Dance Dancing Genies, South Orange NJ, performing at events around New Jersey. At 12 she began competing and training with Concepts in Choreography, Orange NJ, attending conventions such as Jump, NUVO, NYCDA, and Tremaine. During high-school Toni was apart of the Dance Ensemble at the Morristown-Beard School, Morristown NJ, where she served as captain her senior year. Junior year of high school she transitioned to Turning Pointe Dance Center in Springfield, New Jersey where she continued her training. Toni is a graduate of Penn State University where she served on executive board of two dance teams Nittany Dance Project and Penn State Dance Alliance. Throughout her time at Penn State she choreographed routines for Hot Styles Dance Company, Bellefonte PA that went on to be competed at the Dance Worlds in Orlando, Florida. Toni continues to share her choreography and passion for dance with students.

Alicia Webber

Instructor - Hip Hop

Alicia Webber is an exceptionally versatile dancer, excelling in a wide range of styles including ballet, modern, jazz, West African, and hip hop. With over a decade of experience since the age of 5, she has strengthened her skills to perfection. Alicia’s passion for dance led her to engage in competitive dancing at the age of 12, where she has consistently showcased her remarkable talent and dedication. Having trained at prestigious institutions such as Alvin Ailey Dance Camp in Newark for ballet, modern, jazz, and West African dances, as well as Rahway Dance Theatre in ballet, modern, and jazz, and under the mentorship of Deshawn Da Prince for 4 years in Manhattan on his company "Royal Thieves" for hip hop, she continues to strengthen her craft and push boundaries within the art form. Alicia is not only a gifted performer but simply a true embodiment of dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence.

Cori Barnes

Instructor - Stretch / Stage Choreo

Cori is a New Jersey based preforming artist who started her career at a very young age acting & modeling. Her love of dance blossomed from the age of two years old through the guidance of renowned professional dancer Shirley Black Brown .She furthered her professional dance training at Sharon Miller's Academy for the performing Arts , Newark School of the Arts ,Dance theater of Harlem and a plethora of legendary choreographers Louis Johnson , Maurice Hines , Carmen De Lavallade and many more .She later joined both M.A.Taylor Dance Company and Umoja Dance Company.Cori has elevated her career as a professional ballerina, instructor ,creative director and upcoming choreographer .

My Stretch sessions will provide you with a broad spectrum of theoretical & practical knowledge utilizing components of fitness /yoga techniques individually tailored to improve mobility, strength & flexibility that can be applied to your daily routine.

My dance classes provide training focusing on technique to improve confidence building for a range of motion and routines for any level .

Khalif "Wiz" Pharms

Instructor - House / Hip Hop

A jersey native, started in the styles of jersey club and flexing. He is known for his intricate footwork, adaptive mindset, and versatility. He has touch the platforms of Jimmy Fallon’s Tonight Show, MTV TRL, Ciara, B2K Millennium Tour, and World Of Dance. He is currently the dance director of E.V.O Dance Crew and member of the Poppin crew, The Pack NYC.

Michael "Buddah" Williams

Instructor - Street Jazz /Hip Hop

Michael Williams Jr, also known as Buddah, made hisentrance into the universe on May 8th, 1999, anointed with a Unique gift to hear, feel and move to the frequencies of life. Before being able to walk or talk Buddah has been uplifting his surroundings and those around him with his joy and love of dance. Performing, musical arts, and movement are a part of his soul & life essence.

Tashe Sanovia

Instructor - Yoga

With over 15 years of personal yoga experience, Tashe took a step further by entering a high-level training program at Bhakti Barn Yoga to become a certified yoga instructor.

As a Yoga Instructor, Tashe leads a wide range of classes, provide guided meditation to center students and customize instructions to individual skills, experience and body type. In addition, She is flexible, encouraging and understanding to all students. Tashe's goal is to make yoga and meditation accessible to the people of the community by providing a safe space for all to practice. Also, her overall goal is to continue her personal and professional practice to bring forth all of what she's experienced to make yoga accessible for those who may not know where to begin. Tashe is looking forward to meeting you in person soon.

Tenaja "Kia" David

Instructor - Jersey Club / Stage Choreo

New Jersey based artist Tenaja David also known as “Kia” has been honing her skills as a Dancer, Graphic Designer, Art Instructor, Dance Instructor, Disc Jockey and Counselor for the past several years. Originally she based her dance style in Reggae Dancehall but over time Tenajas passion for dance increased. She decided to blend her foundation of reggae dancehall movements into other dance styles to show more of her versatility. As years follow she became known as one of the best Jerseyclub female dancers. Shes been apart of major Jerseyclub music videos, stage performances and collaborations such as Cookiee Kawaii “ Vibe “ which she was the lead choreographer for , Coi Leray “ Players “ , Rolling Loud, RedBull SoundClash, DJ Mag Magazine, Monsters Dance Convention, Millennium Tour, NJ Juneteenth Festival etc. Her successful JerseyClub career led to be the cover of “We Are Jersey” Magazine and also becoming an internet sensation with her hit song “Jersey Anniversary”. Once Tenaja married all of her abilities, she managed to become a major impact in the JerseyClub Culture, her community, social media etc.

Tenajas multipotentialite attitude led her to not only show her artistry but to help people understand the benefits and the connection that art has on one’s mental, physical and emotional health. While she has been putting her full effort into everything that she’s actively apart of, Tenaja was able to obtain a Bachelor in Arts Degree in Psychology at Kean University. Her passion for helping people in need and being an huge inspiration in her artistry challenges her to find new ways to showcase the importance of internal freedom through dance, art, music and positive affirmations.