Discover the upcoming Dancehall Unity events and workshops on our Event Calendar page.

Road to Benelux DHQ  Workshops.

Immerse yourself in the world of dancehall with our interactive workshops led by industry professionals. Learn the latest dancehall moves and techniques to elevate your skills. 

 

Every month from Febuary we will invite a female dancehall dancer to Rotterdam  to teach what they are best at.  From Januari 5th everyone from the age of 17 can register for the workshops.

 

Our workshops are led by experienced professionals who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and skills with you.

  • Interactive workshops with industry professionals
  • Learn the latest dancehall moves and techniques
  • Elevate your dance skills

Meet the Teachers

DHQ Tiffany 

                               February 22

BIO

A Professional Dancer Living Her Passion

Tiffany is a professional dancer whose journey began on the vibrant island of St. Maarten in the Caribbean. Born and raised in this lively and culturally rich environment, she was drawn to dance at a very young age. Starting her dance journey at just three years old, Tiffany immersed herself in various forms of dance, from ballet to the energetic and festive performances at carnival shows and pageant events.

At the age of 17, Tiffany moved to the Netherlands to further her education, but it was when she turned 19 that she began to take her passion for dance, to be specific; dancehall more seriously. With a fierce determination to turn her love for dance into a career, she devoted herself to training, networking, and seizing every opportunity that came her way.

Her hard work and dedication soon paid off, as Tiffany began to work on a global scale. She danced in music videos, festivals, shows, and numerous dance projects across the world. Over the years, Tiffany has collaborated with well-known artists and DJs, showcasing her talent and versatility. Some of the notable names she’s worked with include RDX, Alkaline, Tiana, Ochi Queen, Idaly, The Opposites, Gers Pardoel, Murda Turk, Major Lazer, Zamoni, King James, Spice, Kalibwoy, and Steff London.

Tiffany’s dance style is truly unique—raw, authentic, and impossible to teach. It’s a style that comes from within, something that you either possess or you don’t. Her movements are full of passion and energy, embodying the spirit of the dancehall culture in every performance. For Tiffany, dancehall is more than just a genre; it’s a lifestyle. She proudly represents this culture, infusing it into every step she takes, both on and off the stage.

In addition to her international dancing career, Tiffany made waves in Dutch television when she worked with Chantal Jansen on her TV program Chantal komt werken. Tiffany had the opportunity to teach Chantal how to twerk, further solidifying her reputation as an expert in dance.

Tiffany's talents and contributions to the dance community were recognized in 2024 when she won the prestigious Dutch Dancehall Queen title. This accomplishment was particularly meaningful to Tiffany, as she has long been seen as an embodiment of the dancehall culture, both on and off the stage.

For Tiffany, dance is more than just a profession—it’s a way of life. Her passion and commitment to dance have shaped her into the performer and artist she is today. Through every move, every routine, and every collaboration, Tiffany continues to inspire and make an impact in the dance world.

DHQ Selida

                                   March 8

BIO

Originally from Puglia, in southern Italy, and raised in an Italian-Brazilian family, Selida grew up immersed in a rich blend of cultures.

Her passion for dance was sparked early, inspired by her mother’s love for samba. Whenever samba music played at home, her mother would effortlessly break into a samba de pé, instilling in Selida a deep appreciation for rhythm and movement.

Selida’s love for Latin music and her experience as an entertainer at events naturally led her to explore different dance styles. 

However, her life changed in 2011 at the Felisa club in Italy, where she saw an amazing performance by Alevanille.

That day, she fell in love with dancehall, a Jamaican dance style that would shape her journey as a dancer.

In 2012, Selida earned the title of Italian Dancehall Queen and represented her country in the International Dancehall Queen competition in Jamaica. 

Though young, she embraced the opportunity with immense passion and a strong desire to learn and honor the culture.

Over the years, Selida continued to refine her skills, attending workshops across Belgium, and competing in various contests. 

After moving to Belgium, she remained dedicated to her passion. 

Now based in Antwerp, she teaches Dancehall Queen and Female Dancehall classes, sharing her love for the art form and inspiring others to connect with its energy and culture.

EM Gyal

April 5 

BIO

Em Gyal is a French Dancehall dancer and lover of the Jamaican culture since a decade now. She became the first official member of the dance group called "AJA Dancers", based in Bordeaux, France, since its creation in 2015.

 

Em started to travel to Jamaica every year from 2016 to discover, understand the culture better and learn directly from the source. She began by practicing male style only, in old, middle and new school, which came more natural to her, but quickly fell in love with the female part too. More than just a dance, the Gyal area of Dancehall represents for her a beautiful way for women to embrace and express their feminity, power and self-confidence through dance.

 

She now teaches Dancehall in her own city and gives workshops all over the country, while still supporting the culture by organizing her own events with jamaican dancers. She continues to travel, learn, practice and perform this art. Em Gyal worked for artists such as Mystic Davis, RDX or Elephant Man. She was also invited to the Intercontinental Dancehall Queen Contest in 2021 in Russia and was one of the last 10 finalists. She is also one of the ambassadors for events happening in Jamaica such as the Dancehall week or the DHQ bootcamp by DancehallQueenJA in July 2025, in Kingston.

Shelaine

May 5

BIO

Shelaine is Co-Artistic Director of Ignition Dance Company in the UK. Her parents born in Jamaica. She travels to Jamaica each year to spend time with Family & develop her skill set.

 

Teaching since 2011 in many different styles from Street, Soca, Afrobeat, Kizomba and her number one love Dancehall in the UK & Internationally.

 

She has performed for a variety of events including live, corporate, televisual, theatre & club events.

Credits in UK & Jamaica Stylo G, Clean Bandit, Mafiella & Polka Dot, BBC, Royal Albert Theatre and many more.

 

Female empowerment is her main passion. Creating safe spaces for Women to express and empower themselves in an authentic Dancehall Space.

DHQ Amzone

June 7

BIO

AmZone built her style in the parisians' sound systems. Even if she started with Gwoka (Caribbean traditional dance), then ballet and Hip Hop, Dancehall was still in the background, because she is from the Caribeans (Guadeloupe and Martinique). 

Already in 2005, AmZone was the dark bad gyal on heels, following Bogle moves, when most of the parisian dancers were dancing Hip Hop style moves on Dancehall music.
She is also the most tittled Dancehall Queen of Europe :

- DHQ France 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 in Paris- DHQ Belgium 2007- 4th au DHQ international à Mobay in 2007, 6th in 2008 and 5th.- DHQ Europe Jamaican Splash 2008 in Switzerland

- DHQ already teached in France, Russia, Switzerland, Polska, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Italy, Spain, UK, Belgium, Austria, 

Now AmZone is a choreographer, a personal artists coach for several french and caribbean singers and a dancehall instructor. For her, dancehall is not only about learning choregraphies or moves, it's almost about understanding and feeling Dancehall with our own energy and personality.

Queens of The Dancehall Panel

APRIL 13

Join us for a  exclusive panel discussion featuring the queens of dancehall, women of Bubbeling and the generation of '' Bati Sanka '' 

Gain insights into the history, culture, and impact of dancehall music and dance on Caribbean people living in The Netherlands.

Join the conversation with the queens of dancehall and gain a deeper understanding of the dancehall culture.

  • Exclusive panel discussions with the queens of the dancehall
  • Insights into dancehall culture and history
  • Engage with industry influencers

Meet our panel

DAWN HOOK

CEO Dancehall Unity, a veteran when it comes to dancing dancehall in Rotterdam-The Netherlands. The first to teach dancehall and open a dancehall dancing school in Rotterdam - the Netherlands.

  • Choreographer
  • over 35 years of experience in the scene
  • Dancehall Queen consultant-trainer.
  • Creative director
  • Artist developement-management

MAMAYU

Co Founder Dancehall Unity, Party promotor-organizer, parttime dancer and youth dance teacher.

Mamayu is one of the founders of the party Bedroom where Caribbean vibes is the focus.

MELANIE OLIEBERG

Melanie Olieberg has been in the Entertainment Business since 1989. She was a former dancer for various national and international artists. She is still working as a choreographer, creative director, assistant video director and performance coach.

 

Genres: OldSkool Hip-Hop and R&B, Kaseko, Kawina, Bubbling and Dancehall. 

BEATSBYBI

BeatsbyBi, a female producer from the Netherlands.Creator of the Boomsie Riddim.

Artists: 

  • Bay-C from T.O.K ( Jamaica)
  • Stein (Jamaica )
  • Chipfu from Fuschnickens ( US)
  • and more

 

DELICIA VAN DER HULST

Mainly dances Hip Hop and African Street. She has participated in major dance competitions and has even danced as a supporting act for Davido. For the past two years, she has also been involved with Bati Sanka. She is currently dancing mainly for Issairo, D-opps, Chollo, and Dj Vinny ( who is the founder of the new wave of dutch Caribbean music '' Bati Sanka '' ) .

MARY

Seeing her Mom getting ready to go out and perform  is what inspired Mary to do the same . In 2006 is when she started to get noticed in the Dancehall scene and  continued to leave her mark. Now she's ready to share her experiences and knowledge with everyone who love raw Authentic dancehall.  Gaza she seh.

DHQ TIFFANY

The Jamrock-Dutch Dancehall Queen  2024

Tiffany’s dance style is truly unique raw, authentic, and impossible to teach. It’s a style that comes from within, something that you either possess or you don’t. Her movements are full of passion and energy, embodying the spirit of the dancehall culture in every performance. For Tiffany, dancehall is more than just a genre; it’s a lifestyle. She proudly represents this culture, infusing it into every step she takes, both on and off the stage.

RAINBOW

Born and bred in St. Maarten, she took her first big step and found her  love for dancehall after stepping onto the stage at St.Maarten's first Official Dancehall Queen competition in 2010. That stage sparked a journey that took her to many islands across the Caribbean to showcase her skills. In 2014, She brought that raw Caribbean energy to the Netherlands, first connecting with DTD and then teaming up with Mary to make waves in Europe's Dancehall Scene.

Now, a proud mom and still living, breathing, and vibing dancehall—because once it's in your blood, it's forever.