We are Brooklyn parents, former and current professional dancers, and Wall Street alumni.
Our philosophy is simple: the lessons learned in the studio carry into life.
We focus on building discipline, creativity, and resilience, and we believe dance class is one of the strongest foundations for community.
Our environment is warm, familiar, and low-pressure, more like a family dance party in your living room than a traditional studio. No competition. No perfection standards. No “future pro” expectations. Small classes, attentive instruction, and joy.
About us
Meet the Team
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Caila Moed
FOUNDER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Caila trained for over twenty years and worked professionally as a dancer, with credits including Nicki Minaj, So You Think You Can Dance, Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week, and performances with leading Bollywood and R&B artists.
Before launching Rikud, Caila spent more than a decade in finance and philanthropy at Goldman Sachs, Lincoln Center, The Jewish Museum, Spoleto Festival, and the Anne Bass Family Foundation. She holds an MBA from the University of Oxford and is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (500RYT).
Caila is a Brooklyn mom who loves her community—and she loves to teach.
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Andrew Carter AKA Dr. Ew
BREAKDANCING SPECIALIST
Andrew Carter, known to students as “Dr. Ew,” is a highly respected dance educator with teaching experience at Joffrey Ballet School, Broadway Dance Center, Peridance, and several K–12 schools and youth programs across New York City.
Andrew is trained in breakdancing, popping, waving, gliding, and foundational hip-hop movement.
He brings more than a decade of professional training and performance experience to every class, with a teaching style that is fun, structured, and confidence-building.
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FLEXX
HIPHOP AND STREET DANCE SPECIALIST
Flexx is a Brooklyn-based freestyle dancer and hip-hop choreographer known for his deep engagement with street dance culture. From early on, he explored a wide range of hip-hop styles and techniques, specializing in Hip-Hop, Breaking, Flex’n, House, and Waving. In 2011, he founded his own crew, Stylz Enuff. He joined It’s Showtime NYC in 2015, performing and choreographing for organizations and brands including Jacob’s Pillow, JBL, and New Balance. A prominent figure in New York’s battle scene, Flexx battles, curates events, and trains dancers. His work spans Times Square billboards to performances at The Met and the Guggenheim.
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Brandon Turner
YOGA TEACHER
Brandon is a dedicated yoga instructor based in Brooklyn, bringing his years of experience guiding students of all ages and levels to every class with patience and clarity. With a background in coaching movement and a passion for mindful practice, he creates accessible, strength-building sessions that help students grow both physically and mentally. Drawing on his coaching expertise and a calm, encouraging style, Brandon supports each practitioner in finding balance, breath, and confidence.
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ALIZA BEILIN
LITTLES TEACHER
Aliza Beilin has spent years teaching movement to children, coaching kids’ gymnastics and dance at summer camps after more than a decade of training in gymnastics, ballet, jazz, and acro. A Miami native, she now lives near Prospect Park with her husband, two young kids, and their dog. Aliza holds a dual MPA and MA from NYU and has built a career in community and cultural nonprofits.