Services

Viva! Dance and Fitness is by design, structured to be a safe haven for the community.

We are a group of collaborating artists, who utilize different art forms to enhance self-esteem, build self-confidence, foster positive socialization and promote physical fitness. Our students learn the skills necessary to enjoy a lifetime rich in health and creativity.

FACILITY LOCATED IN WEST HAVEN CT.

The Viva Dance & Fitness Center is a Christian based community center for the arts. We utilize DANCE in a community centric therapeutic way. At ViVa strive to empower our members to reach their full potential through a mental and physical transformation guided by the inspiration which dwells within each of us, regardless of our different spiritual or cultural backgrounds. Our goal is to spark a permanent change within each member by providing them with tools and support to live a healthier lifestyle. All will be done with love, patience, and understanding.

Far too many people feel a sense of imbalance in their lives. By providing our unique fitness program & our other wellness self care services to even just a small portion of the community, we feel that the mental & physical strength that people will gain from it, will help them to have more balance. Our goal is to create a positive shift in our student’s lives and the lives of those around them.

We look forward to serving you…

The “MDA” specializes in teaching oriental classic “belly dance”, with Lebanese and Egyptian stylization. We have classes available for children, hobbyist, to “GOING PRO” training for aspiring professional artists.

Movimiento Cultural Afro-Continental (MCAC), Inc., is a cultural arts and community-based organization. Their mission is to educate people across Connecticut about Puerto Rico’s rich African-based folklore, music, dance, and other art forms, including the Bomba, the oldest Puerto Rican dance and music style rooted in resistance and dating back to the days of slavery.

The Rhythms In Motion company provides classes in LINE DANCING, Life Coaching, as well as Ballroom & Latin dancing. These sessions aim to provide a safe place for people from all walks of life to feel a sense of community and empowerment. 

The Viva Dance Center utilizes dance as a therapeutic remedy to life stressors. We have a young girls empowerment program that teaches positive socialization, focuses on enhancing self esteem, and inspires a positive use of femininity. The adult women’s training program is community centric. In addition to teaching dance and fitness we focus on creating a safe space where women can come and feel welcomed. 

We provide dance training in the following arts: 

• Lyrical and Expressive Movement
• West African Dancing
• Ballroom and Latin
• Cardio Dance Fitness
• Belly Dance
• Line Dancing
• Flexibility Training
• Puerto Rican Bomba