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Hi, I'm Shalay
I believe our bodies are not obstacles to overcome. They are places to listen, learn, connect, and come alive.
Dance has been part of my life for over three decades. Today, I bring together my love of West Coast Swing, somatic awareness, breathwork, and meaningful connection to create experiences that invite others to rediscover their joy and purpose.
Come join me in Mapleton, Utah County, and step into a more connected, meaningful, and playful you.
Dance To Uplift Signature Pillars
Your senses are doorways into the present moment. Through what you see, hear, touch, taste, and smell, and the sensations you experience within your own body. You can begin to reconnect with life in a deeper way.
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From couples' experiences and family adventures to playful sensory classes, explore new ways to connect, laugh, discover, and create meaningful memories together.
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From mindful movement and breathwork to West Coast Swing classes and UPLIFT socials, discover new ways to move with intention, connect through music, and experience the joy of dance.
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Reconnect with your playful side through creative movement, sensory exploration, breathwork, and ladies' styling. Let go of expectations, awaken your senses, and rediscover the joy of being you.
Dance To Uplift Pathways
Breathe
Ground. Center. Awareness.
Move
Release. Surrender. Let Go.
Connect
Seen. Heard. Connected.
Play
Joy. Laugh. Come Alive.
Four levels of learning, one shared journey: building confidence, deepening connection, exploring musicality, and discovering your voice.
Join us for inspiring workshop weekends featuring guest instructors who bring fresh perspectives, new skills, and deeper exploration to your dancing. February 26–27, 2027, featuring Emily Huang!
A personalized journey into deeper connection through breath, movement, spiritual practices, and dance. Reconnect with your body, find balance, and move through life with greater presence and ease.
Your love story, your first dance. Personalized choreography and coaching to make your wedding dance meaningful, memorable, and uniquely yours.
More than a dance night, UPLIFT is a place to move, connect, learn, and play. Come for the lessons, stay for the music, and leave with a little more joy. Next Social Friday, November 13!
Explore reflections, insights, and inspiration on the connection between movement, breath, healing, relationships, and the joy of living fully.
"Shalay has been a beacon of hope in my life. Her easy-to-follow techniques have not only lowered my anxiety and improved my overall nervous system but also helped me release deep-seated shame from trauma. She listens with her heart, understands deeply, and creates a truly safe space to heal. I am forever grateful for her compassionate service."
Julia DeLeeuw
Dance To Uplift
Sometimes the Best Therapy Is a Night on the Dance Floor | West Coast Swing
Going Back to the Roots | Spreading Joy Through West Coast Swing
Sometimes Healing Looks Like Dancing | West Coast Swing
Trust the Journey | A Life Lesson & West Coast Swing Lesson in Connection
