Ariane has spent the last 20 years devoting herself to the study of dance, starting with Zumba and moving on to specific dance techniques like Brazilian Samba and Cuban Salsa. While living in Paris, France she dove deep into Samba, Salsa, and Modern Brazilian dance.

Ariane travels, studies and trains with master teachers from all over the world. She is a devoted student, and is inspired and grateful for the incredible influence each has been to her on the dance floor and in life.

Ariane studies Samba no Pe, Samba de Gafieira, Forro, Cuban Salsa (Timba/ Casino), Salsa Rueda, Rumba, Son, Reggaeton/ Cubaton, Bachata, and Afro. She has danced and performed in Carnaval in Rio de Janiero, San Francisco Carnaval, and with Rueda con Ritmo in San Francisco.

She is a certified licensed Zumba instructor, Energy Medicine practitioner, and Love coach specializing in the art of transformation.

Ariane is honored to share her love, knowledge, and passion for dance, focusing on alignment, connection, and expansion of mind, body and spirit. Ariane is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and works with kids and adults.