Across the globe there's a plethora of dance styles that influences us as a society. Which are your favorite or which ones has the biggest influence on you?
People like Ma'Kaylia Jackson is deemed a hero for someone like myself (loves to dance but lack the coordination skills). With a golden reputation as a dancer and professional choreographer, it's only a matter of time before she goes international! I got a chance to chat with Ma'Kaylia about her love for dance and it went a little something like this:
When did you start dancing?
Ma'Kaylia: I could always dance since I could stand up. Learned cheer styled dances around 6/7. I started learning little bits of choreography from music videos around 15/16. My second year of college
, 2015, is when I started to take it more seriously joining my dance organization, Diversion Dance Troupe, at Eastern Michigan University.
At what point in life did you decide to take it serious?
Ma'Kaylia: At the time I chose dance I was in school and my grandmother had just passed, so the loss of her made continuing school a battle. I began training outside my dance organization. It was unfortunately I couldn’t afford both at the time, and that is when I made my decision.
Who in the dance world inspires you the most?
Ma'Kaylia: It would be my best friend who inspires me to keep going. I’m not as active as I wanna be right now, but to have someone who sees a vision, the same as you and continuously encourages you is the most inspiring thing I could probably have in my life right now.
If you could create choreography for anyone, who would it be and why?
Ma'Kaylia: I would want to create for Teyana Taylor. I honestly I would want to work with her period. She is an inspiration in all fields that she works whether it be dance, creative direction, or musically. She has a raw boyish style that I want to embody as a dancer.
How has dancing change your life?
Ma'Kaylia: Dancing gave me way to speak without using words. I’ve never really been good at expressing how i feel, but with dance I was given the space to create my own conversations whether it be my own choreography or someone else’s; everyone’s “conversation” looks different, but no matter the language anyone can understand just by watching. It’s really become my greatest release.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Ma'Kaylia: I would tell my younger self to worry less about what someone else thinks about you feel good about you, for you.
what's your contact information for booking?
Ma'Kaylia:To book your first/ beginner friendly privates for kids and/or adults:
Call/text
(504) 408-1444
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