"Once I was able to focus on my own individual journey as a dancer, aside from where others were in theirs, I was able to enjoy the art-form much more and I found freedom in dance. Comparison can be used as a negative hinderance or as a positive motivator. Use it wisely”

- Ciara Glass

Ciara Glass has been in the industry since the age of 12. In high school Ciara was hired as an apprentice for two dance companies. Her first company experience was with the modern dance troupe, Black Rock Dance Company, founded by Jennifer August. She was also hired into the ballet company, Sierra Nevada Ballet, founded and directed by Rosine Bena and was a soloist and guest performer for the local contemporary dance company, Dysrhythmia Contemporary Dance, directed by Jenny Buck. During that time Ciara competed regionally and nationally in many classical and contemporary competitions across the West Coast and received national recognition, awards and invitations to join professional dance groups. After high school, Ciara continued her dance exploration at University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she trained under many accomplished and distinguished choreographers such as; Sidra Bell, Donald Lunsford, Kim Bears-Bailey, Wayne David, Roni Koresh, Brian Sanders, Christine Cox, Denis Gronostayskiy, The Forsythe Company and more.

Ciara has continued her dance studies in world renowned studios including; Peridance, Steps on Broadway, Broadway Dance Center, The Ailey Studios, Alonzo King Lines Ballet, ODC Dance Commons, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Lou Conte Dance Studio, Millennium Dance Complex...and the list goes on. She has performed, choreographed and taught dance all over the country; in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Reno, and San Jose. She was also invited to spend a summer dancing with The Barcelona Dance Center in Barcelona, Spain.

“Once I was able to focus on my own individual journey as a dancer, aside from where others were in theirs, I was able to enjoy the art-form much more and I found freedom in dance. Comparison can be used as a negative hinderance or as a positive motivator. Use it wisely” -Ciara Glass

Ciara’s core belief is that every person can benefit from dance and each should have their own unique journey within the art form. She believes in growth over perfection, and collaboration over competition, and is continually expanding her personal dance education. She is passionate about growing and learning new techniques, philosophies and exploring the bounds of her creative ability. Since founding the studio and C.Glass Dance Co. her main goals have been to inspire the younger generation of dancers to work hard and reach for their dreams, as well as invite EVERY adult to discover their passion for dance! Whether you’ve grown up dancing or have never stepped foot into a studio, Ciara firmly believes that every human on this earth can gain confidence and grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually through the amazing art of dance.