Erika Veils is a professional Middle Eastern dance artist based in NY & NJ with over 8 years of experience and performance. Previous to discovering her love for the art of Belly Dance, at age six she studied Ballet for a short while then studied Modern Dance into her teenage years where she was nominated top of her class for best performances. As a teacher and choreographer she is proud to pass this ancient art form to the new students of today.

Erika was a featured dancer for International Egyptian born singer Chantal Chamandy, the Bollywood Music Awards, and has made her entrance through the halls of the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, NJ Public radio & television, the United Nations, and many more. Erika performs regularly as a soloist in restaurants and special events such as weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, bridal and baby showers; and at other venues and occasions. She also collaborates with other dancers and dance companies throughout New York City and New Jersey.

She is graceful, passionate and creative; and with her combined expertise in Modern and Middle Eastern dance Erika is truly a gifted dancer with a positive energy who is guaranteed to light up any occasion. Her professionalism, versatility and artistry shine through with every performance.

“Dancing has always been a big part of me. As a child I would constantly ask for feedback from my dance teachers and observe every movement closely with detail, I was not only fascinated, but determined and focused. After extensive training in the art of dance I can feel the empowerment dancing has given me. I allow my body and soul to follow the music rather then focus every performance on technique and choreography. I am a strong believer of improvisation and feel that it is then that a dancer’s true spirit and skill is revealed. It is a freedom of expression that can only be spoken with movement. It gives me great pleasure to introduce and entertain this inspiring dance form to my audience and make them a part of this beautiful magical world of dance”.