![]() ![]() “She has evolved so much and grown into an artist and just a household name and got even bigger,” Kendra reflects. Flash forward a few years from Chris Grant being the one to convince her she should move to LA and pursue dance professionally, Kendra ended up being a part of Beychella, something she agrees is a full circle moment when I ask about it. The opportunity gave her the chance to work with Beyoncé’s choreographer Chris Grant, meet Beyoncé, and see her show front row. ![]() In 2013, Kendra won Pepsi’s “Dance for a Chance” contest. So it’s been a plus for me not having the training because it’s something that I guess people see in me that you can’t teach,” she thanks God for her dancing ability. “With not being trained, it looks more real, you can feel it more, it’s more natural, it’s raw: it’s something you can’t teach someone, you just have it. That said, not being formally trained also has it’s positives she notes from experience. ![]() Especially if you’re training in ballet or jazz, it’s the foundation for other styles like hip hop and jazz funk because it really keeps your core strong and helps you to be balanced.” With training, Kendra says the benefit is that it can transfer to multiple forms of dance. “Obviously, it’s better to be trained because you have that foundation. When her pastor preached sermons, there was always a dance story to go with it which allowed the incorporation of different dance styles including hip hop. Her background having danced in church as a foundation also helped her, as she explains to stay strong and keep her faith while trying to break through. Being from home just helped me stay really grounded and wish more and not judge people.” “Coming in an industry like this will eat you up alive. “I guess since I’m from a small place, I was able to connect with friends and family to push me to go after my dreams and have those manners and treat people well,” Kendra looks back on her upbringing. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, the dancer/actress has always had the drive, passion, and determination needed to devote herself to these art forms despite not coming from an inherently artistic place. Outside of those rehearsals, she’s keeping busy through auditioning and taking on dance jobs here and there. I like to eat avocados as a snack or with my salads.When I hop on the phone with Kendra Oyesanya, she’s rehearsing for the BET Awards where she’ll be performing with Cardi B. It’s a healthy fat and my favorite tasty superfood. ![]() I like that juicing has so many benefits like clearer skin, improved digestive system, and weight loss. I bought my first juicer this year and I love it! I was hearing a lot about drinking celery juice and the benefits of juicing in general and decided to add it to my routine. I like to get my errands and daily task done early in the morning so going to sleep earlier so I can wake up earlier and be energized would be a big help. Forcing myself to go to bed early would be an improvement. Lately my sleep pattern has been a little off due to a lot of traveling across different timezones but typically I get 6-7 hours of sleep. How many hours of sleep do you get a night? Meditation as little as 5-10 mins a day helps me relax and have peace of mind before I start my day. Yoga is definitely a new hobby/activity I picked up that helps me to de-stress while also getting a good workout in. Whether it’s dancing, yoga, or working out, being active always makes me feel good and keeps me centered throughout the day.Īre there any activities or hobbies you do to help you de-stress? Making sure I stay active daily helps me to take care of myself and gives me a boost of energy. Life always comes with unexpected situations and maintaining a positive attitude always keeps me going. Staying positive no matter what also helps. Doing this really keeps me balanced and grateful throughout the day, which I think is key to receiving success and many blessings. How do you take care of yourself throughout the day?īefore I pick up my phone or do anything, when I wake up I pray and express my gratitude. Checking my social media first thing in the morning. We asked this talented powerhouse to take us through the habits she follows to feel her best while living out her passions. Having moved to LA a little later in life, Kendra is living proof that it’s never too late to follow your dreams. She also has an impressive social media presence. On the acting side, she is currently starring in Lionsgate’s scripted series Step Up Highwater on YouTube Premium. Kendra Oyesanya is a professional dancer and actress living in Los Angeles, CA who has performed with some of the world’s biggest artists, including Beyoncé, Cardi B, and Ciara. ![]()
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