Sammantha Arias and Bryon Stroud

Inessence Dance Company, co-directed by Sammantha Arias and Bryon Stroud, is a prominent dance organization that originated in 2012. It has grown from a small local group to an organization of over 100 individuals across the Bay Area and Sacramento. Inessence offers a range of services including dance lessons, dance events, dance teams, and entertainment for various events. Their expertise is rooted in Latin dance, particularly Bachata and Salsa, but they also adapt choreography to diverse genres. They provide classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and offer private lessons, online classes, and performance opportunities through their dance teams. Inessence aims to enhance the local dance scene by fostering a supportive community and providing quality instruction and performance experiences.