About iDance Ministry
Educate, Elevate and Impact the World through dance.
iDance Ministry • serves culturally and economically diverse communities who seek meaningful experiences in dance and mentoring • uses dance and art to explore awareness to mental health, addiction and disabilities • is at the forefront of providing a safe space for individuals to explore dance and address their holistic needs. • is a trailblazer in creative instruction and choreography • is a positive environment for dancers to learn dance, perform and grow. 
Most Recent News Features • CBS NY News Feature: Project BrOKen • Eyewitness News Feature in Nassau, Bahamas: Project BrOKen Awards and Recognition • 5 Mayoral Proclamations • Recipient of a Joint Resolution from the NJ Senate and Assembly for a meritorious record of service, leadership and exemplary work using dance to enhance quality of life • Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Volunteer Service Award • Professional Woman of the Year Award • Outstanding Director of the Year Award • Director's Award-Dance the World Disney • Impactful Organizations that Go Beyond • National Dance Foundation Spotlight 
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When we teach others how to grow
in their artistic gifts, we develop the next generation of leaders who then influence our community and the world. 
Founder and Artistic Director
María A. Daniel, Esquire (dancer, choreographer, educator, author, lawyer and mentor). María is the creator of: 1) the Hip Hop Experience Dance Class (featured on CBS and NBC) 2) Project BrOKen (featured on CBS NY and Eyewitness News Nassau, Bahamas) and 3) the Healing Stage Workshops. María advances dance education in public and private elementary schools in New Jersey and in New York City. María is a member of the National Dance Education Organization, Dance New Jersey and a Proud Partner of the National Dance Foundation. Part of our Team: Aliyah
Niara is a member of the National Honor Society for Dance Arts, an accomplished dancer and choreographer.
Specialty: Hip Hop Dance. She is a Certified Hip Hip Experience Dance Instructor. Other Styles: Tap, Jazz and Latin Dance. Niara is an Artistic Associate,
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Notable Performances • Disney World (Hip Hop Dance feature) • Disney World Magic Kingdom Parade • NY Fashion Week Performances • Circle of Sisters (New York WBLS event) • Nassau, Bahamas (various locations) • Wawa Welcome America Festival • McDonald's Gospelfest (2017-2019) • Miss Newark USA • Hershey Park • Hip Hop Opera (an American premiere) • Christian Hip Hop Video features • National Dance Week (2015 - present) • NCAA Half-time Dance UVA Basketball • Half-time Dance Camden Monarchs • Philadelphia Christian Fashion Week 
Calling to Dance
After losing feeling in both legs (due to an illness), María was devastated at the thought of never dancing again. God restored feeling in her legs. She was led by God to create iDance Ministry. The rest is history. |
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