Ms. Takiyah

Ms. Takiyah

Dancer | Choreographer | Educator | Mentor in Movement Arts | Faculty Member at MindBodyArt

Ms. Takiyah is a dynamic dancer, choreographer, and educator with over two decades of experience in the art of movement. She began her dance journey at the age of six with Philly Movement Dance Company (PMDC), training under Danielle Hayes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Inspirational, Breakdance, and Hip Hop. By the age of seven, she was selected to join the Performance Dance Troupe, performing at prestigious venues including Walt Disney World, Patti LaBelle’s mansion, and Philadelphia 76ers games, as well as competing in numerous regional and national competitions.

During her time at State College High School, Ms. Takiyah trained and performed with Aaliyah’s Cutting Edge (ACE) Dance Company, where she competed at elite competitions such as Turn It Up, Showstoppers, and StarQuest, earning multiple Platinum first-place awards. At the Turn It Up Convention, her standout hip hop performance earned her a coveted spot performing with the All-Stars Crew.

Dedicated to refining her artistry, Ms. Takiyah has attended master classes across the East Coast and collaborated with diverse dance groups, including the Youth of Unity (YOU) crew. With YOU, she choreographed and performed impactful works such as The Change, which was featured on WTAJ-TV in Altoona in collaboration with a Penn State University Hip Hop dance team.

In 2017, Ms. Takiyah joined MindBodyArt School of Dance, where she quickly became known for her high-energy choreography, technical precision, and ability to inspire students of all ages. For three years, she delivered standout, award-winning performances while cultivating an environment rooted in discipline, creativity, and self-expression. Her teaching style emphasizes leadership, storytelling, and confidence—empowering her students to thrive both on stage and beyond.

Now returning to MindBodyArt, Ms.Takiyah continues to share her passion through artistry, innovation, and mentorship. Her mission is to help every dancer unlock their fullest potential while fostering a strong sense of community, passion, and joy through the art of dance.