Meet the Alma Viva Team
Our Artistic Director and Founder
Daniela Crestani is the founder and artistic director of Alma Viva Dance Studio. Originally from Valencia, Venezuela, she began dancing at the age of five and spent over 15 years immersed in Ballet, Flamenco, Spanish Dance, Tap and Jazz building a strong foundation through a variety of schools and programs.
While training in classical and traditional forms, Daniela was also deeply shaped by the vibrant Latin social dance culture of Venezuela—where salsa, merengue and bachata, and other styles are woven into the rhythm of everyday life. These dances weren’t just something she learned—they were lived, felt, and celebrated as part of her cultural identity.
She later refined her flamenco technique at the renowned Centro de Arte Flamenco y Danza Española Amor de Dios in Madrid, Spain. Over the years, she has performed in Venezuela, the United States, and Canada, but her greatest fulfillment comes from sharing her love of dance with others.
With over a decade of teaching experience, Daniela is known for her ability to create spaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to express themselves through movement.
A deep believer in the healing power of dance, Daniela has experienced firsthand how movement can be a powerful tool to release stress, manage anxiety, and even overcome physical pain. Dance has been—and continues to be—her medicine, her way to reconnect with herself, process emotions, and find joy even in the most challenging times.
She brings this same passion and purpose to everything she does, inviting others not just to learn steps, but to experience dance as a source of strength, transformation, and connection.
Flamenco Teacher
Yessica Ascorve is a Mexican Flamenco artist and teacher whose life has been deeply shaped by her passion for dance and her desire to share it with others.
Her journey began at a young age through Mexican folkloric dance, and she discovered Flamenco as a teenager. What started as a new artistic path soon became a lifelong passion. Through years of training, performing, teaching, and creating, Yessica has dedicated more than 25 years to sharing Flamenco with new generations.
Her artistic journey has taken her from Mexico to Spain, where she continued her Flamenco training in Granada and Jerez de la Frontera, deepening her understanding of both the technique and the spirit behind the art form. Along the way, she has performed with Flamenco ensembles, founded and directed her own Flamenco school, and taught students of different ages and levels.
For Yessica, teaching is about much more than learning steps. She believes dance can be a way to build confidence, discipline, connection, and self-expression. Her patience, empathy, organization, and respect allow her to create a space where students feel comfortable learning while also being encouraged to challenge themselves and grow.
Flamenco has been an important part of Yessica's life for more than three decades, and she brings that experience, passion, and love for the art into every class.
Since becoming part of Alma Viva Dance Studio, Yessica has brought her experience and warm teaching style to our community. She is passionate about helping students discover the beauty of Flamenco while creating their own connection with the dance.
Enrollment Coordinator & Digital Creator
Majo Hernandez helps us guide new dancers into our studio while shaping how our story is shared with the world. As a future psychologist, she brings a deep appreciation for human connection, empathy, and warmth to every interaction, ensuring that students and families feel truly welcomed, understood, and supported from their very first inquiry.
Her enormous passion for all forms of art shines through in everything she creates—from the visual designs and posts you see on our social media to the thoughtful communication that helps our community grow. Whether she’s translating the energy of dance into creative digital media or helping a dancer find the perfect class, Majo seamlessly weaves artistic expression together with intentional care.
She brings creativity, intuition, organization, and a genuine heart for building community to our team.
Event Coordinator
Gaby Valenzuela is one of the people who helps bring the Alma Viva community together behind the scenes. She plays a key role in organizing our gatherings, events, and recitals, making sure that every detail is thoughtfully coordinated and that our students and families feel welcomed and connected.
From keeping our little ones entertained during events to supporting the many moving pieces of recital preparation, Gaby is always there to help things run smoothly. Her work may often happen behind the scenes, but her contribution is felt throughout the Alma Viva community.
She brings organization, energy, creativity, and a genuine love for creating joyful experiences. We are so grateful to have Gaby as an important part of the Alma Viva family!
Our Values
We are passionate about helping our students grow as dancers and grow into kind, confident, life-ready adults. The focus that drives every part of our studio thrives on our five core values