Nvard Chalabyan
(they/she)

Nvard Chalabyan (they/she)

Empowering Approach

• Role Fluidity: Nvard challenges traditional gender roles by dancing and teaching both lead and follow, encouraging all dancers to explore both sides of the partnership.

• Self-Expression: Students are guided to connect with themselves, focusing on what feels good and expressing themselves with confidence.

• Musical Connection: Emphasis on dancing with the music rather than just executing moves, fostering a deeper appreciation for rhythm and melody.

• Partner Communication: Learn to communicate through the language of dance, with a focus on mutual enjoyment and shared power between partners.

Class Highlights

• Cross-Style Fundamentals: Drawing from their experience in multiple dance styles, Nvard teaches moves, expression, and attitude that transcend salsa alone.

• Community Building: Strong focus on getting people onto the dance floor and fostering connections to create a vibrant dance community.

• Safe Environment: Creation of a physically gentle and emotionally safe space for partners to connect and explore.

Experience and Achievements

• Member of a competitive university performance team, contributing to their achievements including 2nd place at the University of Reading competition and 3rd place at the University of Birmingham competition.

• Performed across the country with their university team, gaining valuable stage experience.

• Persevered as a leader in the face of gender-based expectations, paving the way for more inclusive partner dancing.

Nvard's classes at Sanura Dance offer a unique blend of technical skill-building and personal empowerment. Their inclusive teaching style ensures that everyone, particularly FLINTA individuals, feels welcome to explore all aspects of partner dancing.

Join Nvard at Sanura Dance to experience partner dancing in a supportive, progressive environment. Here, you'll not only learn to move with confidence but also challenge traditional dance norms, connecting with a community that celebrates diversity in all its forms.