Marsha & Teaching

"Teaching for me goes beyond the visible mechanics of movement—hence my motto, “The Feeling Between the Steps.”

My work focuses on facilitating and encouraging students who are open to growth, exploration, and transformation through movement. Many students seek dance not only to learn technique, but to integrate new patterns of expression and confidence into their everyday lives.

I work with individuals, couples, and groups who may feel hesitant about movement, lack confidence, seek social connection, desire cultural engagement, or wish to refine their technical ability. Guiding students through this process is both a privilege and a responsibility that I take seriously.

Regardless of circumstance, one constant remains: my dedication and passion for the art and practice of dance.

The success of the student-teacher relationship lies in thoughtful communication, trust, and timing. As the student chooses the teacher, the teacher also chooses the student.

To all of my students—past, present, and future—thank you. Your growth continues to inspire my work and passion.

Biography

Marsha Bonet is a choreographer, performer, and coach working across multiple genres of dance including Flamenco, Spanish Dance, Ballroom, and Latin styles throughout the DMV region (Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia).

She is the director of Marsha Bonet & Dancers LLC, based in Catonsville, Maryland. Through her company, she provides professional instruction, choreography, performance, and teacher training across a wide spectrum of dance disciplines. Her work includes Ballroom and Latin dance, Flamenco and Spanish dance, social and club dancing, wedding choreography, quinceañera performances, and original choreography for soloists and groups.

Marsha is frequently invited to present lectures, workshops, and artistic collaborations for a wide range of audiences. Her partnerships with artists across multiple disciplines have broadened her work as a dancer, musician, choreographer, model, dance critic, adjudicator, and educator.

A recognized competitor, Marsha Bonet earned the Champion Title at the 2015 Pro Global Division of the World Salsa Summit and has received top placements in numerous prestigious competitions. She has also been honored as a Partner in Education by the City of Alexandria and Arlington Public Schools.

Ms. Bonet holds a Licentiate certification with AIDA, formerly affiliated with the USISTD (United States Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance).

She currently coaches students of diverse ages and experience levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Her work increasingly integrates principles of movement science and physical alignment. With this focus, she developed Holistic Dance Therapy, a program that blends dance training with concepts from health, conditioning, and body awareness.

Beginning in 2025, Marsha expanded her work into the coaching and leadership space, sharing embodiment and movement-based tools that support confidence, presence, and personal development.

Her teaching philosophy is grounded in her guiding principle:

“The Feeling Between the Steps.”

Marsha performs at galas, private events, and television appearances throughout Alexandria, VA; Catonsville and Baltimore, MD; and Washington, D.C.

She performs both as a soloist and in collaboration with musicians and dancers across a wide range of styles including:

Ballroom & Latin dance

Flamenco & Spanish dance

Indian classical dance collaborations

Brazilian samba

Bellydance

Original choreography

Ms. Bonet is frequently invited as a guest artist, performing with nationally recognized groups and artists.

Marsha Bonet & Dancers LLC

Catonsville, Maryland

Serving Washington D.C., Maryland, & Virginia