About
Niosha Dance Academy offers Kids Dance, Choreography & Freestyle, and Beginner Dance classes, along with online Intermediate/Advanced, Combo Dance, and Shadi Fit classes. The class notes mention Persian dance, belly dance, traditional folk dances, contemporary interpretations, rhythmic understanding, and dance fitness.
Programs
- Intermediate/Advanced — Mondays 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Pacific Time · $35–$240 · Online classes on Zoom. Described with fundamental techniques, graceful movements, cultural connection, rhythmic understanding, confidence and joy.
- Combo Dance — Wednesdays 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Pacific Time · $35–$240 · Online classes on Zoom. Learn traditional folk dances, classical Persian dance, contemporary interpretations, and belly dance.
- Shadi Fit — Sundays 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Pacific Time · $35–$240 · Online classes on Zoom. Persian rhythm and dance fitness.
- Choreography & Freestyle — Wednesdays 7:00 PM-8:15 PM PST · $35–$120 · In-person studio class in San Jose, California. Focuses on numerous styles, traditional and contemporary folk, modern, classical Persian dance and belly dance.
- Kids Dance — 5-12 · Tuesdays 5:00 PM-6:00 PM PST · $35–$120 · In-person studio class in Pleasanton, California. Focuses on numerous styles, traditional and contemporary folk, modern, classical Persian dance and belly dance.
- Choreography & Freestyle — 5-12 · Mondays 6:30 PM-7:45 PM PST · $35–$120 · In-person kids class in Pleasanton, California. Instruction of fundamentals of movements and patterns of Persian Dance and Belly Dance.
- Kids Dance — 5-12 · Wednesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM PST · $35–$120 · In-person kids class in San Jose, California. Instruction of fundamentals of movements and patterns of Persian Dance and Belly Dance.
- Beginner Dance — all ages · Wednesdays 6:00 PM-7:00 PM PST · $35–$120 · In-person studio class in San Jose, California. Learn the fundamental movements and patterns of Persian Dance.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
- Price range: $35–$240
About the provider
Niosha Dance Academy was founded in 1992 and is described as having been the premier Persian dance academy in Northern California for over three decades. Its mission is to produce, perform, and preserve traditional and contemporary dance from the Iranian/Persian cultural diaspora, share the beauty and heritage of Iranian culture with a global community, and provide structured training in various styles of traditional and modern Persian dance. The academy’s Performance Team travels across the United States to perform at cultural, arts, sporting events, and more.
What families say
“We are all so lucky to have you as part of our culture and community. Pushing through all barriers to promote our community for our children and our heritage. Love your energy! More power to you. I am always a fan and a supporter as you claim new territory for us all.” — Azita A.
“After the show, we had several people (we had no idea who they were) approach us to tell my daughter they simply couldn't take their eyes off of her, her smile, and how graceful she danced. Believe it or not, as they were sharing that, I remembered your voice and how you always encouraged them to dance in a way that.” — Mona J.
Last updated November 7, 2026.
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