Our Founder

DR. KANISHA BENNETT is a devoted Jesus Lover and Servant of Christ. Dr. Bennett wears many hats with grace and purpose. Not only is she a loving Wife and dedicated Mother, but she is also an accomplished Dancer, Educator, Minister, Choreographer, Fitness Coach, Mentor, Author, hairstylist and most importantly a worshiper born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She began dancing as a liturgical dancer at the age of 6, and her life is a testament to her unwavering faith, as she’s not just a dancer but a true Prayer Warrior, seeking divine guidance in all she does.

With a heart full of love, she not only teaches dance, but also mentors hundreds of young girls, imparting wisdom,values, and empowerment. Beyond being a talented artist, Dr. Bennett is a visionary entrepreneur. As the proud owner and founder of Anointed Feet Dance school located in Hawthorne, CA (established in 2014) and Anointed Hands Hair Salon (established in 2020), she’s expanded her ministry’s reach globally and locally. Her hands, as an extension of her faith, now touch heads around the world, bringing empowerment and healing to young girls and women in need. Kanisha’s affectionate smile is a source of healing in itself, radiating love and warmth to everyone she encounters. Committed to her community, she has pledged her life to serve through health and wellness, embodying grace and dedication in all her endeavors.

Dr. Bennett holds a Bachelors of Arts in Dance from the University of California, Riverside, a Masters of Fine Arts in Performance and Choreography from The Florida State University, and an Honorary Doctorate Degree of Humanities from the Elbon Solutions College of Ministry.

Dr. Bennetts commitment to the work of Christ began in her childhood, as she traveled and ministered through dance with Day 3 Dance Ministry for 11 years. In 1999, Kanisha founded Generation Xpectation Hip-Hop Dance Ministry in her home church and served as director and choreographer for 8 years. Kanisha has worked and trained extensively in contemporary/modern, jazz, hip hop, ballet, and African dance. Dr. Bennett has conducted contemporary master classes at various colleges and universities, as well as high schools, middle schools, and churches throughout the US and abroad, which have invoked her passion for educating students. During the 2010-2011 season, Kanisha danced and toured with the internationally acclaimed dance company Urban Bush Women based out of Brooklyn, NY. She has shared her work at Mt. San Jacinto Community College, Florida State University, Victory Institutional Baptist church, Precision Dance Company, Cabrillo High School, El Camino College, Cal State Dominguez Hills University and Center of Hope Church to name a few.

In every aspect of her life, Dr. Bennett shines as an extraordinary example of love, faith, and service, making the world a better place, one step, one dance, one head, and one prayer at a time.