Heinz Adjakwah has loved dance and the impacts of its benefits on individuals and society as as a whole. By his account, dance teaches discipline, fortitude and spreads joy. He began his path in dance upon joining an African dance troupe in middle school while in Ghana. His love for the art form grew when he moved to the United States and began his studies in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Contemporary and Tap in addition to his training in African dance. Along the way he came to love the art of teaching dance to young minds as well as adults, and he hasn’t looked back since. He teaches Afro beats, Ballet, Contemporary and Jazz in the metro DC area. Through dance, Mr. Adjakwah has gotten the opportunity to perform around the US and abroad. He has performed with The Marvin Gaye Project, Baltimore Dance Project, Howard County Ballet, ArtsCentric, Rebollar Dance, and Dakshina, and has collaborated and choreographed on numerous projects. He holds  a dual degree in Dance and Health Administration and Public Policy.

Sefali is a multi-talented individual with a deep passion for dance, mainly folk dances. She has an eclectic background in various dance forms, including some training in the Indian classical dance form of Kathak.

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One of her notable achievements is founding the "Sahiyar Garba group," a dance troupe dedicated to performing different folk dances at various events. In this group, Sefali was the choreographer and project coordinator, ensuring the performances were well-executed and organized.

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Under Sefali's guidance, the Sahiyar Garba group has performed at various prestigious venues, including the Black Rock Art Center for Diwali Celebrations. Their performances received recognition and praise, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of folk dances. She has lent her expertise as a choreographer for community Diwali and Holi functions and international nights at her local school and other Indian cultural events. In addition to her passion for dance, Sefali has pursued a successful career in Information Technology (IT) for the past 20 years. This demonstrates her ability to balance her artistic pursuits with a demanding professional life. Sefali resides in Montgomery County with her family, where she continues to contribute to her community as a dancer, choreographer, and judge for Garba events. Her multifaceted talents and dedication to the arts and IT exemplify her commitment to personal growth and community engagement.

Payal Jain is a trained classical dancer in Bharatanatyam. She lives in Boyds, MD, with her husband and son.  She has a masters in wireless communication and is working as an IT professional. Since 2012, she has volunteered as a choreographer during many community Diwali and Holi functions, international night in school and other Indian functions. She has taught at Dancilla Fusion Dance and Fitness Studio. She is passionate about dance and believes it is a beautiful form of art to express oneself at any age and at any stage of life. She adapts the choreography according to the age group that she is teaching.

Michal Rotberg is a designer and an educator. As a graphic design instructor, she works with college students from diverse international communities. In her professional practice, she explores the relationship between cognitive bias and culture within design. She holds an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA).

Michal has been dancing since childhood, specifically traditional and character dance. She believes that dance should be accessible, as it is an inclusive form of community bonding and an expression of joy. Michal and her family of five (Ruru, the cat, is the founding member) just returned to Maryland after seven years.