JC Laraya
When I was growing up, I was never far from my sisters while they danced and competed; I was constantly cheering them on and lending my support. I witnessed them both win and lose in competitions, but the one thing that struck me was their unwavering passion for dancing, no matter what the outcome. Night and day they relentlessly practice, determined to not only win but also to savor and enjoy every moment of it. Even though my dancing skills do not compare to the many talented dancers I admire, I have a deep appreciation for dance. I fondly recall the strong inclination I had to leave the university's swim team and join a dance troupe when I was in college. Ever since I was a child, I have been in awe of my sisters' love for dancing. Despite my hesitation, deep down I have always wanted to let loose and express myself through movement. Fortunately, I eventually found GROOV3 and have been able to discover the true joy of dancing.
“Nobody cares if you can’t dance well. Just get up and dance. Great dancers are great because of their passion.” - Martha Graham
Established in 2020.
In 2017, a co-worker introduced me to a dance class, which was exactly what I needed at the time to find an exciting and motivating workout. I incorporated GROOV3 into my fitness routine from 2017 to 2019 and successfully achieved the fitness goals I had been working towards. During that period, I managed to lose 40lbs and decided to pursue certification by the end of 2019.On February 28, 2020, I organized my first-ever pop-up dance class at the former Unified Studios in Santa Clara, CA. However, due to the shelter-in-place measures, I had to shift my teaching resources online. As businesses gradually reopened towards the end of 2020, I was able to resume teaching in person every Friday evening. Following my one-year anniversary of teaching in February 2021, I made the decision to expand my teaching schedule and add another class during the week. Consequently, I have been teaching twice a week every Tuesday at 7:30pm and every Friday at 7pm.