Rosa Cruz is a dance instructor and cultural ambassador. Born in Puerto Rico, Rosa's passion for dance was ignited at a young age, surrounded by the rhythmic beats and vibrant culture of her homeland. Her early studies in dance were rooted in the traditional and contemporary styles of Puerto Rico, providing a strong foundation in movement and expression.

In 2004, Rosa joined the Cleveland City Breakers, where she began her b-girl journey. As a breakdancer, she battled and performed across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Europe. Rosa later pursued formal dance education at Cleveland State University, expanding her repertoire across a variety of dance styles.

From 2006 to 2012, Rosa danced professionally with the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team. She also performed with artists including Tony Tun Tun and Victor Manuel, further developing her performance career.

Following her time with the Cavaliers, Rosa founded the Latin Dance Studio, a welcoming space dedicated to teaching Latin and Urban dance to children ages 3 to 17. She is also a world languages teacher at Lincoln West High School, where she teaches students in grades 9–12. Through both dance and education, Rosa is committed to preserving culture, inspiring young people, and fostering community through movement and language.

Bri brings a unique blend of talent, intentionality, and genuine enthusiasm to our organization. Thoughtful, insightful, and remarkably dependable, she approaches every task with professionalism and care. As a bilingual professional, she expertly handles a wide variety of responsibilities while fostering connection and collaboration. And as an outstanding dancer, she embodies the spirit and artistry of our mission. Bri keeps us organized, accountable, and moving forward, and we are incredibly grateful to have her on our team!

Kayla Jenkins, a Cleveland native, has been immersed in dance since the age of five. She began her journey in praise dance with a local group, The Ruth Girls, where her love for movement first took root. That passion soon expanded, leading her to audition for and be accepted into the Cleveland School of the Arts. During her time there, Kayla trained extensively in ballet, modern, tap, contemporary, jazz, African, and hip hop, experiences that shaped her into a versatile and expressive artist.

Throughout high school, Kayla performed widely, joining summer intensives, dance companies, and performance teams. She had the opportunity to appear at the International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) conference and perform at venues both within Ohio and beyond. Her training and natural artistry fuel her dynamic stage presence, where every rhythm brings her performance to life.

Kayla’s professional path has continued to grow with her passion. She began teaching at 18, became a competitive dance coach by 20, and at 23 discovered a new chapter in ballroom dance. Today, she teaches ballroom as well as other styles, sharing her love of movement with students of all ages.

For Kayla, dance has always been more than performance, it is a lifelong passion and a way to bring people together. Teaching allows her to pass on that joy, inspiring her students while uniting communities through the art of dance.