Michelle AVA

Michelle AVA approaches movement as a healing art. With a masters degree in dance education, she has been a vital force in Washington, D.C. dance and holistic communities for over three decades. She has dedicated her work to fusing modern dance with yoga, meditation and spiritual practice to assist others to discover their creative expression. She is the founder of Joy of Motion Dance Center where she served as artistic director from 1976 to 1990, and currently serves as a Board Member Emeritus. Michelle Ava is the creator of AVA technique, a technique that teaches individuals how to connect to the qualities of authenticity, vibrancy and awareness in every moment of movement. Ms. AVA teaches and presents her work both locally and nationally while maintaining a private practice in northwest Washington. She is currently co-producing SpiritMotion, a seasonal community gathering featuring improvisational dance and live music. 

“Quiet the mind…. listen to the body.”
“The mind questions, the body knows.”
“Breathe deep… feel the dance. Move from stillness….become the dance. Taste the rhythm…be the dance. Open the heart…we are the dance.”