Generating Joy Through Movement!

Hi, I’m Heather Tjalma (she/her), the creator and choreographer for AFLOW Dance - Afro Rhythms Embodied in Dynamic Movement & Playful Vibes!

Formal dance wasn't a part of my childhood. I discovered it well into adulthood, and when I did - life started to shift. What began as a spark of curiosity has evolved into creating spaces where people are filled with vitality.

I create joyful, high-vibe dance experiences rooted in connection. AFLOW is more than choreography-it’s a space to feel seen, supported, and confident in your beautiful body! Blending Afro Rhythms, Tribal drumming, Afro-Inspired club styles, and contemporary music, my classes are designed to energize and empower you! Watching energy shift, confidence rise, and connection spark on the dance floor is pure magic that leaves you glowing.

Kind Words

“ Heather's choreography makes you feel both graceful and powerful... She is so fun the way she teaches & dances... makes me feel inspired and comfortable to fully express myself!”

Carmen L.
“ She embodies JOY and POWER like no other. She welcomes beginners minds and their bodies. I am so excited to dance more as it feels like remembering something ancient that lives deep in my bones…”

Rebekah C.
“ AFLOW has given me the best cardio/dance & community outlet in Truckee. Heather’s choreography is fresh yet achievable and I love love love the music! It makes me feel so good.”

JoJo R.
“ I look forward to dance class every week! Thank you Heather for sharing your joy, enthusiasm, and choreography. I am so grateful to have a dedicated time & space to enjoy music and dance....the pop-up classes are a blast too!”

Sarah B.
“...A mixture of African drum rhythms , Hip-Hop and Afro Pop, just gets everybody moving! ..each dance is accessible to every level and age of student...I try not to miss this empowering class...”

Danae A.

Gratitude

Thank you to all those who have supported me on this dance journey so far. I have had some phenomenal people who have encouraged and kept me going through some turbulence while trying to expand on my little creative vision.

Invaluable spirits, teachers, and friends I am so grateful for your gifts of kindness and words of uplift!

Generating Joy Through Movement!

“ Heather's choreography makes you feel both graceful and powerful... She is so fun the way she teaches & dances... makes me feel inspired and comfortable to fully express myself!”

“ She embodies JOY and POWER like no other. She welcomes beginners minds and their bodies. I am so excited to dance more as it feels like remembering something ancient that lives deep in my bones…”

“ AFLOW has given me the best cardio/dance & community outlet in Truckee. Heather’s choreography is fresh yet achievable and I love love love the music! It makes me feel so good.”

“ I look forward to dance class every week! Thank you Heather for sharing your joy, enthusiasm, and choreography. I am so grateful to have a dedicated time & space to enjoy music and dance....the pop-up classes are a blast too!”

“...A mixture of African drum rhythms , Hip-Hop and Afro Pop, just gets everybody moving! ..each dance is accessible to every level and age of student...I try not to miss this empowering class...”

Gratitude