Guest Teachers

Vanessa Isaac Dance Company invites guest artists and educators to contribute to its educational programs through both in-person and online formats. Guest teachers participate in live studio classes, workshops, and online sessions. Online guest teaching takes place through Samba Dance Academy – The Practice, the company’s dedicated online movement platform, allowing for participation across geographic contexts.

These engagements support artistic exchange and expand access to diverse movement practices and cultural perspectives.

Past Guest Teachers include:

Kellyn Rosa — Brazil

Marcia Matos — Brazil

Luana Bandeira — Brazil

Pablo Guerreiro — Brazil

Leida Tolentino — Cape Verde

Lisa Beck — USA / India

Cris Basimah — Brazil / USA

Kaita Mrazek — USA

Cheri Clanpett Borda — USA

Caio Nunes — Brazil (Samba Jazz Fusion class)

Sheila Aquino — Brazil

Thai Rodrigues — Brazil