WHAT IS
Lvls is an innovative platform dedicated to fostering a vibrant community for dancers of all backgrounds, from aspiring talents to seasoned professionals. Our journey began with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a supportive environment where individuals can thrive and excel in their passion for dance.
We offer intensives and workshops that combine rigorous training with real-world insights from industry veterans who have achieved success at the highest levels. It’s more than just training to be successful, it’s a safe space for dancers to learn, grow, and refine their craft.
We are committed to creating opportunities for all dancers to excel, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve greatness in their artistic journeys.
We founded Lvls to reconnect with the fundamental joy of dance that inspired us as children. Dance is not just about the techniques, it’s about the celebration of movement and self-expression. Our vision for LVLS is to reignite that passion while providing a supportive platform for up-and-coming dancers and professional dancers in our industry of commercial dance.
All dancers can excel with the right opportunity.
Why we started LVLS.
At LVLS, our mission is to serve the dance community by offering tailored support and resources, helping individuals flourish at every stage of their careers. It’s about creating an environment where dancers feel recognized, empowered, and inspired to reach their highest potential through their Passion for dance. Through LVLS, we aim to cultivate a vibrant community that encourages connection and growth, ensuring every dancer has the tools and support needed to succeed.
OUR MISSION
RIO
Cornithea “RIO” Henderson is a choreographer, creative director, and dancer known for his recent work choreographing Usher’s “My Way” Las Vegas residency and the artist’s Super Bowl Halftime performance. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Henderson began dancing at age 11, training with the Center of Contemporary Arts, the American Ballet Theatre, and the Dance Theatre of Harlem. At 18, he relocated to Los Angeles, where he began working under prominent choreographers including Jamaica Craft, Aakomon “AJ” Jones, and Fatima Robinson. He soon established himself as a choreographer, collaborating with artists such as Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Justin Timberlake, Chris Brown, Christina Aguilera, Ne-Yo, and Prince. His film and television credits include So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With the Stars, Saturday Night Live, You Got Served, Stomp the Yard, and Dreamgirls. With a career spanning both the commercial and artistic worlds, Henderson has become known for his innovative movement style and deep creative vision.
Ysabelle
Ysabelle Capitule is a professional dancer, choreographer, and creative director originally from San Francisco, California. She began dancing at the age of six and trained extensively in hip hop, ballet, modern, and jazz. Early in her career, she was signed by Bloc Talent Agency in Los Angeles and appeared on programs such as PBS Kids, Just Dance Kids, and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. At 14, she furthered her training at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts, deepening her focus on modern, jazz, and ballet. After high school, Capitule moved to Los Angeles to pursue dance professionally. She quickly gained a global following through social media and spent her early career teaching internationally, reaching over 1,000 students across 35 countries. As her focus shifted to the entertainment industry, she performed and choreographed for artists such as Usher, Chris Brown, Victoria Monét, Bruno Mars, Anitta, Kehlani, LE SSERAFIM, and Kiss of Life. Her commercial choreography credits include campaigns for GAP, Pella Windows, and more. By the age of 27, she had built her own brand, worked with leading names in the industry, and shared her creative vision around the world.