Professional movie actress, dancer and choreographer, founder and artistic director of Oriental Dance Ensemble and School. YANA has more than 15 years of experience in oriental dance. In Egypt and Syria she studied Arabic choreography and folklore. In Turkey YANA perfectly mastered dance with zill (sagat). She wields folklore man's saidi (with one and two canes).
YANA created a new trend of fan belly dance. Her artistic biography is rich in different dance styles: YANA has wide professional experience in classical, folklore, flamenco, modern, sport dance. YANA is a founder of her own bright and unique style of modern oriental dance! In 2000 YANA opened one of the best dance schools in Russia, in 2006 YANA based professional Oriental Dance Ensemble.
Nowadays, “YANA and her Oriental Dance Ensemble” travel around the world with performances and workshops. “YANA and Her Oriental Dance Ensemble" is a modern and creative dance group.
Its repertoire is filled with a range of oriental dance styles - classical and modern belly dance, folklore, fusion.
All repertoire is choreographed and staged by YANA. This group is one of the most successful and in-demand ensembles in Russia. Their performances have been commended by the audience for refined style and a professional high level of choreography.
" YANA & Ensemble" participate in the best shows of Russia and Europe, they go on tours a lot and are in constant professional growth.