ZTHEORY is.

OUR MISSION

UNITING DANCERS & CREATORS OF ALL LEVELS WITH THE MOVEMENT & MINDSET TOOLS THEY NEED TO FEEL SAFETY, GROWTH, & FREEDOM WITHIN THEMSELVES & THEIR ARTISTRY.

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WHO we are.

ZTHEORY is a heels dance training and performance company based in Seattle and Los Angeles, founded in 2020 by Natalya Z and Carlie Anderson. Built on a foundation of technique, artistry, and empowerment, ZTHEORY offers an inclusive space for dancers of all levels to grow in confidence and expression. From beginner-friendly intensives to advanced performance opportunities, ZTHEORY blends movement and mindset to support each dancer’s journey. Whether you're stepping into heels for the first time or refining your professional skills, ZTHEORY is a place to feel strong, seen, and creatively free.

WHAT we offer.

    • ZTHEORY FOUNDATION: 8-week beginner heels program. CLICK HERE

    • ZTHEORYACADEMY: 12-Week Intermediate Heels Program. CLICK HERE

    • TUTORIAL PACKAGES Click Here.

      • HEELS 101

      • PERFORMANCE 101

      • PRE-CLASS DRILLS

      • THE ZQUEEN CHALLENGE

    • MINI TUTORIALS Click Here.

      • FOUNDATIONAL STABILITY DRILLS

      • RULES OF A POSE

      • ZTHEORY HIP MOBILITY & FINDING YOUR RAILING IN A HEEL

      • POST-CLASS RESTORATIVE STRETCHES

      • BASE POSITION IN HEELS

      • THE BEVEL

      • INTERNAL VS EXTERNAL ENERGY

      • WARMUP WITH HEELS

      • HEELS STABILITY DRILLS

      • INTRO TO TENDU TECHNIQUE & DRILL LEVEL 1

      • 4-STEPS OF A WALK

      • DIRECTIONAL WALKS & YOUR NEW SECRET WEAPON

      • ARM-STYLING BASICS

  • We offer a comprehensive 8-level teacher training certification path designed to cultivate confident, technically sound, and creatively empowered instructors. Each level builds upon the last, moving from core fundamentals to personal mastery, leadership, and brand representation.

    Join the journey & take the first step as our debutESSENTIALZ cohort!

    Learn More.

  • For those wanting a more personalized 1-on-1 training and/or mentorship experience. Available in-person & online.

  • Interested in hiring our professional level company dancers to perform at your next event or project? Contact us here.