Akansha Deb — Dancer, Instructor & Zumba Coach
Kolkata · Twist N Turns Dance Studio · Teaching since 2019
Akansha Deb started dancing at 8 years old and never really stopped.
What began as a child’s love for Hip Hop has grown into a full career spanning five distinct dance styles, years of teaching experience, and a Zumba certification that has her bringing the energy every single class. She is one of Twist N Turns’ most versatile instructors — someone who moves between street styles and classical-influenced forms with equal ease.
She teaches because she loves it. Her students can tell.
Her Dance Journey
Hip Hop — Where It All Started
Hip Hop was Akansha’s first love and remains one of her deepest.
From the age of 8, she immersed herself in the culture — not just the moves, but the music, the history, and the attitude that defines the form. For Akansha, Hip Hop was never just entertainment. It was a cultural statement, and she has always approached it with that level of respect.
Today she brings that same authenticity to the studio floor, making sure her students understand why they’re learning what they’re learning — not just how.
Belly Dance — Finding Grace in Contrast
Akansha’s second major discipline is Belly Dance, which she trained in at the Kanon School of Art — a sister school to the renowned Banjara School.
It might seem like an unlikely pairing with Hip Hop. But Akansha found that the contrast was exactly the point. Where Hip Hop is sharp, grounded, and rhythmically driven, Belly Dance is fluid, intricate, and deeply expressive. Learning to move between these two styles gave her a level of body control and musical sensitivity that neither form alone could have built.
Contemporary, Bollywood & Beyond
Akansha’s repertoire extends into Contemporary, Bollywood, Semi-Classical, and Folk dance. Each form she has trained in has added a new layer to her movement vocabulary — and a new set of tools she brings into her teaching.
The breadth of her training means she can meet students wherever they are, and guide them in whichever direction they want to grow.
Teaching at Twist N Turns
Since 2019, Akansha has been on the studio floor at Twist N Turns, building students from the ground up.
She takes teaching seriously. Not as a side project to performance, but as its own craft — with its own responsibilities, its own rewards, and its own kind of connection. The trust that students and their families place in her is something she does not take lightly.
Her classes are known for being energetic, precise, and genuinely fun. She pushes students to improve without making them feel pressured — a balance that takes experience to find.
Zumba — Dance as Pure Joy
In recent years, Akansha has added certified Zumba instruction to her work, training under ZES Helen.
Zumba gave her a different relationship with the dance floor. Here the priority is not technique or performance — it is joy, movement, and feeling good in your body. Akansha embraced that fully, and her Zumba sessions have become some of the most popular at Twist N Turns.
For her, Zumba is proof that dance belongs to everyone — not just trained dancers.
Watch Akansha Dance
Train with Akansha
Akansha teaches at Twist N Turns studios across Kolkata. She offers group classes in Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Bollywood, and Zumba, as well as private sessions for students who want focused, personalised training.
📞 Call or WhatsApp: 98310 18015 / 98300 28063 ✉️ info@twistnturns.in 📸 Follow Akansha on Instagram
Your first class is free — no commitment, no pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Akansha Deb?
Akansha Deb is a professional dancer and instructor at Twist N Turns, Kolkata. She started dancing at age 8 and has since built expertise across Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Contemporary, Bollywood, Semi-Classical, Folk, and Zumba. She has been teaching full-time since 2019.
What dance styles does Akansha Deb teach?
Akansha teaches Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Contemporary, Bollywood, and Zumba at Twist N Turns. She trained in Belly Dance at the Kanon School of Art (a sister school of Banjara School) and received her Zumba certification from ZES Helen.
When did Akansha Deb start teaching?
Akansha began teaching professionally in 2019 at Twist N Turns, Kolkata. She has since built a dedicated student community across multiple batches and age groups.
How do I join Akansha’s classes at Twist N Turns?
Call or WhatsApp 98310 18015 or 98300 28063, or email info@twistnturns.in to enquire about Akansha’s current schedule, batch timings, and studio locations. Your first trial class is free.
Does Akansha Deb offer private dance classes?
Yes. Private sessions with Akansha are available for students who want one-on-one attention in any of her speciality styles — Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Bollywood, or Zumba. Contact the studio to check availability and pricing.