Mission Statement
Tessera Dance® is committed to providing instruction on strong foundational technique, innovating movement vocabulary for group improvisation, and building a fun inclusive, and passionate community.
Tessera Tenets
Inclusion
Dance is for everyone, regardless of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, size, nationality, religion, or any of the other differences that make us unique. All bodies are welcome.
Respect
Treat everyone with kindness and understanding. Reserve judgment and value each other as unique individuals with different abilities.
Humility
Leave your ego off the dance floor. Being a strong leader means making the group look good as a whole. You’re never too advanced for Level 1.
Community
Support your local community. Go to shows even if you aren’t dancing or, better yet, volunteer. Stick around to watch each other perform.
Courage
Stand up for one another. Have zero tolerance for hate speech or bullying.
Appreciation
Learn about the people, history, and cultures that have inspired and influenced this dance. Give back and give credit. Honor your teachers, elders, and the people who have come before you.
Gratitude
Be thankful for each other and the opportunity to dance together.
Joy
Dance because you love it. Share your joy with others.