ABOUT

ABOUT CHRIS

Hello there! My name is Chris, and I teach Dance Sassy—a high-energy dance class with a sassy-sexy attitude. We bring out confidence, joy, and bold self-expression through movement, often dancing to top-40 pop and K-pop hits.

My dance journey began in 2007 while I was in medical school. Dancing became my escape—a way to break free from academic pressures and immerse myself in pure movement. I was part of United to Dance (U2D), a Jakarta-based dance group led by award-winning dancer and choreographer Aman Suhe. With U2D, I performed at major events and competitions across the city, laying the foundation for my lifelong passion for dance.

WHY: THE DANCE SASSY PHILOSOPHY

- INCLUSIVE -

Dance is for everyone. No matter your experience level, background, or age, you are welcome in my classes. I strive to create a supportive and empowering space where dancers feel encouraged to shine. Performance opportunities are open to all students, helping build confidence both on and off the dance floor.

- FUN -

Dance is an expression of joy and a celebration of self-love. In every class, we shake off stress, unleash our inner sass, and move with fierce, unapologetic energy.

– EMPOWERING –

Dance is powerful. It allows you to claim space, express yourself freely, and build strength—both physically and mentally. In my classes, we don’t just learn choreography; we cultivate presence, confidence, and a sense of empowerment that extends beyond the studio.

ORIGIN STORY

U2D (United 2 Dance) crew in a performance at La Piazza Jakarta, 2011.

As a founding member of U2D (United to Dance) in Jakarta, Indonesia, I had the privilege of performing at various events and competitions, refining my dance technique and stage presence.

Since 2010, I have taught dance in a variety of settings, including:

Celebrity Fitness Central Park Jakarta
VIP Gym & d’Gym Fitness Center, Cirebon
Harvard Vanderbilt Gym (Harvard School of Public Health Student Dance Club)
Brookline Academy of Dance - QWAM Workshops
Muevelo Dance Studio, Malden, MA
The Dance Complex, Cambridge, MA (Current Faculty)

In 2016, I was invited to teach at Jeanette Neill Dance Studio in Boston, a pivotal moment that expanded my reach within the city's dance community. By 2017, my work teaching Sassy Hip-Hop at The Dance Complex earned me the "Boston's Best" award by The Improper Bostonian Magazine.

Today, I continue to teach and grow the Dance Sassy community, bringing joy, confidence, and empowerment to dancers of all backgrounds.