Michelle Garcia

Michelle Garcia was born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI where she was classically trained at Dance Theatre Studio beginning when she was 5 years old. Michelle joined a collegiate hip hop team while still in high school and went on to train in latin dances after a study abroad program sparked her love for salsa. She briefly trained under Laura Geldys at dance revolution and moved to the east coast upon graduation from the University of Michigan to pursue a dance career.

Michelle then trained under the leadership of Joel Masocote before founding her own women’s company, Volante. She now serves as a director and solo artist and is currently expanding her full time dance career where she travels to perform, teach and choreograph. Michelle and Volante are based in Boston where she continues to grow – fighting for equality and kindness on all dance floors.