Alek Hernandez has been dancing since the age of 12 and brings over a decade of experience to their teaching. With a foundation in ballet and modern, Alek also trained and competed in hip hop, jazz, and contemporary. They continued their studies at the University of South Florida, where they earned a degree with a concentration in modern dance.

Alek holds a high praise for codified techniques while also enjoying the exploration of fluid, expressive movement rooted in strong technical foundations. They believe that all people are movers, and their teaching philosophy centers on making dance both enjoyable and accessible for everyone who steps into the studio.