OUR MISSION

We are a dynamic company of dancers dedicated to entertaining, educating, and inspiring our audiences through captivating performances. With a deep passion for Chinese dance—both traditional and contemporary—we blend our American background with our Asian heritage in a repertoire largely made up of original works.

At the heart of our company is the concept of "family." We view our members as just that—family. In our teaching, we emphasize patience, respect, and mutual support—values that reflect the traditional Chinese family structure. Our dance is more than an art form; it is a means of staying healthy, connected, and balanced. We encourage our dancers to commit to long-term practice, embracing the changes that come with growing up.

We understand the busy lives of today’s families, so we strive to be efficient with our time during classes, rehearsals, and performances. While we maintain flexibility, we also expect a high level of commitment and sincere effort from both our students and members.

At the FLYING ANGELS, we believe in always leaving a place better than we found it. Whether it’s something as simple as tidying up the studio or something as significant as supporting one another on stage and behind the scenes to deliver a smooth and memorable performance, we are dedicated to excellence. On a deeper level, we aim to continuously improve ourselves so we can better serve and inspire our community, both near and far.

MS. MARGARET

(1950-2011)

Ms. Margaret first met Teachers Lisa, Angela, and Jessica at the San Francisco Chinatown YWCA’s Classical Chinese Folk Dance class, taught by Ms. Nina Cheng. Their bond was immediate, and when the YWCA program came to a close, they continued their training independently, eventually bringing the FLYING ANGELS CHINESE DANCE COMPANY to life. Ms. Margaret’s passion for Chinese Folk Dance grew as she honed new techniques and explored diverse Chinese Minority dance forms. One of her proudest creations was her signature Dai Peacock Dance, which she spent years perfecting to bring the graceful and beautiful bird to life.

Known for her positive outlook, Ms. Margaret had a unique ability to connect with and inspire dancers of all ages to reach their personal best. Her gentle reminder, "build bridges, not fences," encouraged unity and understanding among her students. She was deeply influenced by Felix the Cat, embodying his carefree, happy, and whimsical spirit in everything she did.

Driven by a mission to help young people build their self-esteem and express themselves through Chinese dance, Ms. Margaret left a lasting legacy. Her work continues to resonate with our company, guided by our motto:

 "helping you to be a soaring success!"