Sayaw

Sayaw ta’yo

After three years, I’m dancing again.

A couple years ago, I stopped dancing due to a car accident injury. I went from being healthy to fragile. That was a rough time for me, I had to give up something I loved because my health was more important. I remember being on my dance team, and we were at practice learning a piece and I felt like something was wrong. Trust me, it was heartbreaking for me leaving something I loved. But, I realized I needed this break to focus on my health and personal life.

Fast forward to now, I still have to take it easy, but I’m ok to dance again. A couple weeks ago, I started to take classes and I’m so glad I did. It’s been so long since I danced, and I thought I wouldn’t be able to pick up where I left off. But, after a couple classes later, I’ve found my confidence in dancing in front of people again. Also, I’m so happy that my schedule allows me to be able to make time to dance and learn pieces from one of my favorite dancers. Let me tell you, the feeling of dancing again is something else. When I dance all my worries and fears go away, and I set myself free. As I’m dancing, I feel invincible that I can conquer whatever the world throws at me. I take chances when I dance, because even if I make a mistake or two, who cares? As long as I’m trying and having fun that’s what matters. The more I take classes, I allow myself to grow as a dancer.

I’ve been taking class for a couple weeks now, and I feel so at HOM(e). I love the vibe and energy everyone in the class gives. It reminds me of when I used to be on a team. I love this feeling of growing more as a dancer. Being able to move in ways you thought you couldn’t. It has allowed myself to get comfortable with the uncomfortable. I’m so happy to be back doing what I love. Also, special thanks to Alice Wu for being my dance inspo and allowing me to live my best life!

For me, dance allows me to be able to express myself when words are just not enough. It’s the creative outlet that allows me to move the way I want to mentally and physically. When I was little, I remember dreaming of what I once was. But, here I am living the kind of dream where I can freely express myself and not care what others think.

To those who may consider taking classes, I say do it. I know it may feel overwhelming, but once you start moving you never really want to stop. You live only once, and if you’re looking for a sign this is it.

I realized, dance never left my life. It was always there waiting for me.