There are nights that stick with you—not because of the choreography alone, but because of the conversations, the connections, and the purpose behind it all.
Friday, September 26th was one of those nights at True Dance Potential.
Natalie De La Cruz didn’t just teach a master class. She brought a class to life. Her choreography hit with rhythm, her presence filled the room, and her energy pulled dancers into something deeper than just movement—it was expression, soul, and real swag.
But the most powerful part?
It happened after class.
A Moment We’ll Never Forget
Once the music stopped, the magic kept going.
Natalie, her husband, Weston (@whois.weston), and I sat down—just the four of us, reflecting.
And it wasn’t just a chat.
It was a full-circle moment.
We talked about the industry: where it is, where it’s going, and what’s shifted—for better and for worse. We reminisced on the old days of dance: when master classes were raw, community-driven, and rooted in purpose. We shared our hopes for what needs to be brought back. More education. More soul. More realness.
What made it beautiful was how far back our connection goes—years of shared experiences, parallel journeys, and a collective belief in what dance can be when it’s done right.
It wasn’t just nostalgia.
It was clarity.
It was the why behind what we’re building at TDP.
The Class: Raw, Musical, and Unforgettable
Natalie’s class brought the heat.
Her movement was precise, her musicality was layered and dynamic, and her vibe was 100% authentic.
The choreography demanded everything from the dancers—timing, focus, performance, and presence.
You could see the gears turning in every dancer’s mind and body, working through complex rhythms and unexpected textures. It challenged them—and that’s exactly what we want.
It was one of those classes that make you better simply by being in the room.
And thankfully, Weston captured it all.
From the group runs to the individual solos—he documented the night in a way that only he can. His lens doesn’t just record movement. It reveals story, struggle, and breakthrough.
The Bigger Picture: Why We Do This
This is what we’re here for.
At True Dance Potential, our mission isn’t just to host classes. It’s to build a bridge between the dancers on Long Island and the greater professional dance world.
We want dancers here to know that they can pursue this as a career.
That they do belong in these rooms.
That they are more than ready when given access to real training, from real artists, who truly care about giving back.
We’re not just about movement.
We’re about momentum.
And about creating a space where dancers, choreographers, and creatives from all corners of the industry can meet, connect, and grow—together.
That conversation with Natalie, her husband, and Weston?
It confirmed everything.
This matters.
If You Missed This Class… Don’t Miss the Next One
📲 Master classes are now being offered Fridays and weekends—depending on instructor availability.
All sign-ups go through the Mindbody Fitness & Wellness App
🌐 Full class schedule updates will always be posted at www.tdp.training
🎥 And if you haven’t already, follow @whois.weston to witness how he’s shaping the way dance is documented on Long Island. He’s not just a videographer—he’s redefining the way movement is remembered.
We’re just getting started.
This is your invitation.
Let’s keep building, together.
