Teaching artist for black vernacular dance, specializing in house and hip hop.

Trustworthy doesn’t begin to elaborate on the love of the craft that is Roukijah, and because she exudes that trust of self & her body, in turn its easy to feel comfortable & really listen and trust your own body.
I’ve had the pleasure & privilege to have taken her Intermediate House Fundamentals class and every time I leave that safe space she creates, I leave inspired, ready to practice, & in love with this art of expression that is dance, all.over.again. I’ve also had the honor of following her online presence and have been blown away by her tenacity for athleticism, wellness & community. Alongside watching her be a passionate student in her mastery and honing in on other styles of dance, and sharing the process and tips with us in her journey. Through her classes and teachings, she embodies so much grace and freedom in her speech, in her support for you while dancing, while creating a space where you can practice differently from the norms of choreo based classes.
Through attending Roukijah’s classes,
I’ve learned to let my body do the talking, feeling, & thinking rather than focus and trip up on the noise of the mind, and that alone is more than I can ask for 🫶🏾

Roukijah is trustworthy because she creates a safe space for learning. I recently took a private class where she taught me some house basics, I normally don’t practice this style and she made me feel really good learning what I could. She was amazing when it came to breaking down the flow and letting me know what I needed to adjust in order to feel more fluid and that encouraged me a lot.

Roukijah is an exceptional teacher and instructor whom I highly recommend. I've had the privilege of learning from her in both a group setting with over 40 people and in one-on-one sessions. Ever since, I've been following and supporting her journey in dance!
What stands out to me is how consistently she practices intentionality, care, and passion across all settings. Whether it's a large class or a personal session, she maintains the same level of dedication. I've also seen her expertise shine through in interviews and panel discussions, where she demonstrates a profound understanding of the techniques she masters. Her extensive experience in the field of dance, coupled with mentorship from prominent leaders and pioneers, and her unwavering dedication to her craft, all contribute to her being an outstanding teacher.
I admire her approach to guiding students through the mechanical movements of dance or exercises and using articulate vocabulary to support the intended purpose. Her enthusiasm and belief in her students are truly motivating. She creates a balanced environment, providing a safe space for learning while simultaneously encouraging students to challenge themselves. Moreover, her breadth of artistic and athletic abilities makes her a role model who instills confidence in her students, making their goals feel attainable and realistic.
I eagerly anticipate continuing to learn from Roukijah. Having access to such a remarkable teacher is a rare blessing, and I urge others not to miss out on the opportunity to learn from her – Roukijah is the teacher you deserve.

Roukijah is very energetic, warm, and welcoming. Learning new things can always be uncomfortable but most importantly for me, she creates such a judgement free zone and allows me to explore freely. Roukijah’s training in multiple street styles and classical styles, as well as her experience as a personal trainer allows her to give super helpful feedback! She’s adaptive to your personal style of learning. I love x3 her energy in any of her lessons as she’s super encouraging and supportive. 12/10 recommend!

Roukijah is a bright, friendly dance professional. She knows how to adjust her lessons to suit the different abilities and aptitudes of her clients. Roukijah is fun and passionate about dance -her excitement about dance and movement is inspiring. You will see improvement in your practice whatever it is.