Inside the Collective: Member Edition: Lakeia

1. What first called you into this space?

I wanted to try something very new and that was ballet. I never took a class as a kid , so I’m practically a newborn baby in this class.

2. How has this community impacted your life or growth this season? 

More discipline in all aspects of my life

3. What moment in class or rehearsal has meant the most to you? 

When we’re all struggling with a technique but we motivate each other to push through

4. What keeps you inspired to keep moving and showing up? 

Seeing my progress and meeting new people in the dance world.

5. What does Motion Collective mean to you in one sentence? 

Community

Who is Lakeia Rashad

Lakeia Rashad is from Charleston, South Carolina.  After ending the season with Charleston Cabaret, She moved to Atlanta  for acting but always had a love for dance and music.  The Atlanta dance scene was quite intimidating but she finally had the courage to start her dance journey in 2024.  Almost two years later,  dance has shaped her life in many different ways because of discipline and consistency.  She’s learned to stay in her own lane, don’t be afraid to express yourself and to continue to keep that childlike wonder when learning something new. 

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