Natalya Janay Shoaf 

A woman dancing in front of a white brick wall, wearing dark blue pants, a black crop top, and purple socks, with her hair flying as she moves.
A woman with dreadlocks doing a yoga pose against a white brick wall.
A woman sitting cross-legged on the floor, laughing, against a white brick wall.
A woman in athletic attire striking a dance pose against a white brick wall.
A person with dreadlocks, wearing a black tank top, dark pants, and purple socks, performing a dance move in a minimalist studio with a white brick wall.
A woman with dreadlocks performing a dance move indoors against a white brick wall, wearing a black sports bra and dark athletic pants.
A woman doing a yoga pose on the floor, with one leg raised in the air and her head resting on the ground against a white brick wall.
A woman with dreadlocks is lying prone on a table in a dance studio, with one leg extended horizontally and her face resting on her hand, against a white brick wall.
A woman with long dreadlocks practicing yoga indoors, stretching with her face turned to her shoulder and arms raised overhead.
A woman with dreadlocks wearing a black sports bra and shorts practicing yoga in a studio with a white brick wall, black socks, and string lights on the ceiling.

Choreographer, Performing Artist, Educator,

& Artistic Director of Ja’LUUM.

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.

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Upcoming Events

  • Ja'LUUM

    December 5th & 6th, 2025 | *PM

    Dance Mission Theatre, SF

    An intimate evening length performance by choreographed by Natalya Janay Shoaf in collaboration with Ja’LUUM our Youth Performance Company.

    Purchase Tickets Here!

  • Audition for Ja'LUUM

    Audition for Season II of Ja’LUUM and be a part of a company that turns dancers into artist!

    Decemeber 14th, 2025

    11-1PM

    Bandaloop Studios

    1601 18th St, Oakland, CA 94607

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