Paloma Laforteza

Paloma’s dance journey began at Steps Dance Studio, where her passion and technique were shaped under the guidance of both local and international mentors in ballet, modern, contemporary, and jazz. She has trained with renowned teachers including Maribeth Roxas-Dobrish, Martine Van Hamel, Sascha Radetsky, Stella Abrera, Jessica Lang, and Kevin McKenzie, among others. In 2019, she joined Ballet Philippines as a corps de ballet member, performing in several company productions. With a natural inclination toward sharing her craft, Paloma later transitioned into teaching and earned her certification and Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance in 2023. Currently, Paloma is a freelance dance artist and instructor, dedicated to an ever-evolving journey of learning, growing, and sharing her craft with intention and heart.