Based out of Oakland, Sistas-Wit-Style was established in October 2000 with dance forms originating from Trinidad and Tobago. Sistas-Wit-Style is a Folk Performing Dance Company founded by Merissa Lyons (CEO), Kianna Rachal (CFO), Valencia Newton (COO) and managed by Annabelle Goodridge. We are dedicated to providing youth, teens, & adults with a Caribbean cultural experience that enables them to
make a positive difference through dance. Our Carnival band Sistas-Wit-Style and Associates was started in 2004. SWS&A has taken first place in multiple Carnival parades and holds the title for Carnival Queen of 2014. Through our carnival band we provide a support system for youth and adults to fight obesity, channel their energy to something positive and “free up” themselves. We are heavily involved with spreading the Caribbean culture in our community and across the nation. We have received commendations from respected Congress members, State of California Board of Directors, and the City of Oakland for our achievements.
