Creating Shake Culture Dance
Meet The Founder
Leonna Howard is an inspiring Christian hip-hop dancer and choreographer with a passion for using dance to worship Christ! She started dancing at just 6 years old in church, and by high school, she was leading the nationally-ranked Booker T. Washington Pom Squad and training in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern, and Ballet. In college, Leonna founded the Shake Culture Crew, a Christian hip-hop dance team, and spent four years growing as a choreographer and in her faith.
Now, Leonna is the powerhouse behind Shake Culture Dance, a Christian dance company based in Jacksonville, Florida. She’s not just creating amazing choreography for dance teams and Christian hip-hop artists, but she’s also leading dance workshops around the world, from small groups to large events. Shake Culture is even on a 7-city tour, spreading the love of dance and Christ wherever they go!
Leonna’s creativity doesn’t stop there. She’s the Creative Director of the #FlowintheSpirit showcase, where dancers from all styles come together to worship Christ through movement. As the host of SCD Interviews on YouTube, she’s also giving a platform to Christian artists and creatives. From teaching hip-hop classes at top studios to directing dance at Freedom Church, Leonna’s work is making waves in the Christian dance community. And she’s worked with big names like Mike Teezy, FatMan Scoop, and Jahzythevoice!
What Our Community Says
Shake Culture Dance transformed my understanding of movement as worship. The energy and passion are contagious, and I’ve grown immensely as a dancer.
Journalist and Fitness Coach
My kids love their dance classes! They’re always excited for class and have so much fun while learning new moves!
Artist and Dancer
I appreciate how Shake Culture Dance combines fitness with faith. It’s a positive, welcoming environment where I can grow both physically and spiritually. I love it!
RN
My kids love the dance classes! They not only learn dance but also the importance of faith in their lives and how to express it.
Flow Dance Studio
After work, this dance studio is the perfect way to stay active and unwind. Fun and energizing, just what I need!
Just doing me…
Shake Culture Dance is perfect for staying fit while having fun. The classes are challenging, but they keep me motivated, and I always feel stronger after!
Momentum Dance Hub