Meet Our Staff

Unity In Motion Faculty

Kelly Cazinha

With over a decade of experience teaching diverse dance styles, Ms. Kelly holds a BS in behavioral neuroscience and psychology. She passionately believes that dance and mental health are deeply interconnected, shaping her mission to not only train skilled dancers but also nurture well-rounded, compassionate individuals. Ms. Kelly advocates for accessibility and inclusivity in the arts.

Founder

Ms. Julieta combines her extensive performance background and degree in Marketing Management to bring a unique, multifaceted skillset to the studio. Dedicated to her continuous growth as an educator, she focuses on creating a positive, inspiring space where dancers can freely express themselves.

Julieta Garcia

Social Media Manager & Instructor

Tori Witty

Ms. Tori is an acclaimed educator and behavior specialist with three decades of experience, recognized as the 2024 Teacher of the Year for Secondary within the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Her unique dual expertise seamlessly blends professional dance pedagogy with an intensive background in Special Education and behavior management. Currently serving as an Intensive Special Education teacher, she excels at structuring learning environments tailored to the developmental stages of young children through teens.

Behavior & Adaptive Dance Consultant

Tina Langley

With a BA in Psychology and Dance alongside an extensive competitive background in ballet, lyrical, and pointe, Ms. Tina brings a wealth of expertise to the studio. She has also worked on Project IMPACT supporting students with mental and physical disabilities. Ms. Tina is deeply committed to cultivating a healthy, supportive environment that focuses equally on technical excellence and personal character.

Instructor & Office Administrator

Kenneth Serafin

Instructor

Dedicated to preserving the foundational roots of Hip-Hop, Popping, Waacking, House, Locking, and Breaking, Kenn views dance as a transformative path to self-discovery, confidence, and personal growth. With a vast performance and choreography resume—spanning America's Got Talent, NBC’s World of Dance, Bodyrock, and directs for teams like Krazy8 and One Collective—he brings elite industry experience into the classroom. Mr. Kenn fosters a safe, encouraging environment built on hard work and self-discipline, empowering students to improve their physical and mental health while honoring the art form.

Makenna Johnson

Ms. Makenna began her dance journey at age two in Union City, training extensively across multiple styles like tap, jazz, ballet, and acrobatics, alongside seven years of gymnastics. In addition to her decade of teaching experience, Ms. Makenna is dedicated to furthering her education both in dance and Early Childhood Education. She is dedicated to providing a safe, encouraging space where students can build confidence, strength, and new skills while stepping out of their comfort zones.

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Julie Aryee

With over eight years of experience, Ms. Julie is a seasoned dancer and choreographer specializing in Hip Hop and Afro dance, a style deeply rooted in her Ghanaian heritage. From dancing on high school teams to founding and leading her own crews through college, her journey has always been fueled by a passion for movement. Today, she brings that dedication to her classes, creating a fun, welcoming space where dancers of all levels can build confidence, musicality, and self-expression.

Instructor & Office Administrator

Rachel Garcia

Rachel holds a B.A. in Sociology and Dance from Saint Mary’s College of California, where her celebrated choreography, Interstellar Realm, earned a nomination for Jacob’s Pillow. An award-winning performer, she has collaborated extensively with Bay Area companies—including her film work with Deborah Slater Dance Theater—and currently performs with Side Piece. Rachel is one of the co-founders and co-directors of CDE and is currently performing with CDE and Side Piece in addition to her role as a dance educator.

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