Natalya

Janay

Shoaf 

Photography by Sabrina Sellers

Choreographer, Movement Coach, & Performing Artist.

Natalya Janay Shoaf is a visionary who believes that movement is a stepping stone for self-discovery. She creates movement sequences that forage a path of remembrance to live a life closer to her truth. Natalya is a storyteller who prioritizes wisdom sharing & integrous inquiry to make meaningful work that promotes introspection.

Upcoming events

  • New Work

    December 5th & 6th, 2025

    Dance Mission Theatre, SF

    An intimate evening length event celebrating collaboration, self-discovery, & healing through dance perfromance.

  • choreography workshop

    teens

    Dates: October - November

    Choreographic workshop for teens of intermediate and advance levels created to enhance artistic expression.

  • solo studies

    Adults

    Dates: October - November

    Solo study workshop garnered towards the advance dancer looking to enhance their relationship to their moving body.

latest projects

  • from seed to bloom

    August 3rd, 2025

    Zaccho Dance Theatre

    An intimate evening length event filled with dance performance honoring journey & evolution.

  • choreographic works

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • costume design

    2024

    costume design for Dazaun Soleyn’s work on AXIS Dance Theatre entitled “Harmony of Souls”