Instructors
Native to Colorado,
Spencer Harger began dancing at age 8, and has 5 cumulative years of ballet experience, and 3 years of gymnastics training. From his first Ballroom lesson at 21 till now he has never looked back and his passion for ballroom and Dancesport continues to grow. In 2004 Spencer started NVision Dance. He competes at national competitions with his students in American Rhythm and Smooth, International Latin and Standard. Spencer and his partner (Kristal Brandy) also compete professionally in American Rhythm, Smooth and Theater arts. Spencer is known for his down to earth teaching style and personality. His dedication to his profession and art never waver and is constantly striving to inspire young and old through dance. Spencer is certified with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, and is certified with Dance Vision International Dancers Association.
Accomplishments:
- 2004 - 3rd Place Pro Showdance/Cabaret, Colorado Star Ball
- 2004 - Top Teacher Award, Colorado Star Ball
- 2008 - Top Teacher Award, Colorado Star Ball
- 2008 - 1st Place Open Professional One Dance American Rhythm Cha Cha,
DVIDA National Dancesport Championships, Las Vegas
- 2008 - 1st Place Open Professional One Dance Internatinal Latin Cha Cha, DVIDA National Dancesport Championships, Las Vegas
- 2008 - Season 6 "Dancing With The Stars" critic on KRDO (Channel 13) morning news
- 2009 - Top Teacher Award, Colorado Star Ball
- 2011 - Top Teacher Award, Colorado Star Ball
- 2011 - Top Studio Award
- 2011 - Top Teacher Award, Neveda Star Ball
Aaliyah and her family have been involved with Tahitian dance and drumming for over 9 years. They have performed with Polynesian dance groups in California and Colorado for a variety of private, commercial, and community events. Dancing Tahitian since age 5, Aaliyah has competed professionally and placed in the top 5 at numerous Tahiti Fete’s including Merced, San Jose, Fremont, and Reno. Aaliyah also received awards for the 2008-2009 PTA Reflections competition for El Paso County, Colorado state, and National levels in the category of Arts for her original choreography.While experienced in dances from other pacific islands, Tahitian remains Aaliyah’s main passion. We are excited to bring this passion to Colorado Springs by offering the city’s first Tahitian dance class accompanied by live traditional Tahitian drumming. Classes will focus on fundamentals as well as individual and group choreography. One of our goals is for students to gain an appreciation for the unique bond that exists between Tahitian drummers and dancers. A special union exists between the two as the sounds of the drums and moves of the dancers are perfectly synchronized in an extraordinary harmony. Another goal is to respect Tahitian culture by presenting all of our dances with accurate technique, body posture, and precision.
For more information also visit www.varuaotehonu.com
Kristal Brandy, originally from Phoenix Arizona began dancing and figure skating at the young age of 5. She was a member of Dance Motion Dance Company for over 11 years, performing in various stage performances annually. Kristal also studied at Ballet Arizona and performed in the schools Nutcracker.
In 1992, Kristal was a performer for the figure skating championships.In 1996 Kristal was asked to be a guest hip hop dancer for an NBC publicity show featuring Brooke Shields, John Lithgow and John Mahoney. In 1998 Kristal was introduced to Ballroom Dancing and has been devoted to it ever since. In 2001, Kristal was selected to receive a full ride ballroom dance scholarship to Utah Valley University and was on the Latin European tour team for 2+ years. She competed in Blackpool England with her tour team in 2002 and placed 2nd. Kristal was a guest dancer for the 2002 Winter Olympics Game in Salt Lake CIty. Kristal Co founded NVision Dance in 2004 with the goal to share, educate, and inspire through movement. In 2008 Kristal placed 1st in American Rhythm and 1st in international latin in the DViDA National Dacesport Championships. Kristal has choreographed and been seen in several shows, commercials, news stories and competing professionally with her current partner Spencer. Kristal is certified through DVIDA (highest honors) Registered with the NDCA , AFAA Certified, and Powder Blue certified. Kristal teaches Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Salsa, Jazz, Ballet, Yoga, Aerobics, Burlesque, and is available for choreography, coaching, competing, and judging .
Neisa Salima is a belly dancer based out of Colorado Springs, CO. She has been belly dancing since 1999.Neisa first discovered belly dancing at age 5 when a belly dancer came to her kindergarten class for a presentation. She couldn't wait to tell her mother about the experience and ask if they could hire her to dance at her father's birthday party. From the point, she wanted to become a belly dancer. She does not remember the dancer's name, but would like to offer her heartfelt thanks for the seeds of inspiration that she gave.
Neisa has studied primarily with Mahisha Alail, but also with Dr. Maya, Kaya and Sarah, Jewel of the Nile. She has supplemented her study of this art form with workshops from dancers such as Morocco, Fahtiem, Cassandra, Dalia Carella, Eva Czernik, Wendy Buenaventura, Fat Chance Bellydance, Rafi'ah, Isadora Bushkovski, and Coke.
Neisa is also the coordinator of Zalzali Belly Dance Troupe in Colorado Springs. She dances regularly at the Caspian Cafe, and also at Zalzali's "Night at the Oasis" shows the last Saturday of the month at the Cedars Jazz Club.
Neisa primarily dances cabaret style, or American nightclub style, belly dancing. Her dance includes techniques and props such as zills, veil, floor work, swords, wings, fire, and one of her personal favorites, peacock feather fans.
When asked why she dances, Neisa responded, "In some of the most difficult times in my life, I have been uplifted by other people's art. It has reminded me that no matter how awful things may seem at the time, there is more; there is great beauty in this universe. I believe that art and performance provides us a glimpse of that beauty and wonder, and that an artist can give the audience a gift of that glimpse. I am so grateful for the gift I have received from people who probably don't even know they have given it to me, and I dance in the hope that I may pass that gift on to others as I give it back to myself. Even if it is only to one other person, I hope I have helped to make the world a better place...And on a lighter note, as [dancer] Morocco said at one of ...[her] workshops (paraphrased), how many opportunities do grown women have in today's society to prance around in sequins, jewels, and a tiara and not be either a) the Queen of England or b) rather foolish looking?"
For more information also visit www.neisasalima.com
