OUR STORY

The OV Sea Hags are a community-based amateur dance troupe founded in Norfolk, Virginia. They are the first and only group in Coastal Virginia officially recognized as an affiliate of the original Wolfshäger Hexenbrut in Germany.

Comprised of women of all ages and backgrounds, the OV Sea Hags share a mission to spread joy, laughter, and connection through creative expression, performance, and community spirit.

What began as a small neighborhood gathering is growing into a joyful sisterhood—using dance, music, and a touch of whimsy to uplift spirits across Hampton Roads.

But the OV Sea Hags are more than a dance troupe—they’re a movement. As they continue to grow, the Hags plan to bring their energy and performances year-round to local nonprofits, fundraisers, and community events, using their unique brand of playful magic to raise both spirits and funds for good causes throughout the region.

About the Original Wolfshäger Hexenbrut

The Wolfshäger Hexenbrut (“Witches of Wolfshagen”) originated in the Harz Mountains of Germany, a region steeped in folklore and ancient Walpurgis Night traditions. In 2014, a small group of local women created a joyful “witches’ broom dance” to celebrate community and self-expression. The performance went viral after a video of their dance—set to Schüttel deinen Speck (“Shake Your Bacon”)—captivated millions worldwide.

What began as a lighthearted local performance has since grown into a global sisterhood, inspiring hundreds of affiliated witch-dance troupes around the world, all united by laughter, empowerment, and the shared magic of movement and spreading joy.

Cheryl

OV Sea Hags Founder & Crone | Broom Council

Cheryl is the founding force behind the OV Sea Hags and a lifelong creative rooted deeply in Ocean View. What excites her most about the OV Sea Hags is creating a space where women feel free to move and laugh together, while engaging with the community to cast joy like sea spray.

By day, Cheryl is a longtime local entrepreneur known for designing holistic products rooted in natural materials and well-being. She is also Reiki Level II certified, and that intuitive approach carries through everything she builds – whether a product, an idea, or a gathering of people. Her movement journey includes yoga since her teens, aerobic instructor in her 20s, belly dance in her 30s, 5Rhythms in her 40s, Zumba in her 50s, and now the witch dance in her 60s, shaping how she views movement as expression rather than performance.

Cheryl’s vision was to bring together a troupe of women who dance not to perform perfectly, but to feel aligned to themselves, to each other, and to the wider community. Through joyful performances, she believes dance is a universal language that sparks laughter and connection.

On the Broom Council, Cheryl serves as both visionary and wrangler—keeping the magic intentional, the chaos productive, and the heart of the group firmly rooted in fun and purpose.

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Jennifer

OV Sea Hags Founding Member | Broom Council

Jennifer is a founding member of the OV Sea Hags and the embodiment of the group’s joyful spirit. Always positive and quick to see the good in any situation, she brings warmth, optimism, and an easy smile that lifts everyone around her.

With decades of experience coordinating and executing team events in a fast-paced professional environment, Jennifer has a natural talent for organization, communication, and making people feel included.

Jennifer also practices yoga, which is how she met Cheryl in a yoga class on the beach in Ocean View. The practice helps her move with ease and awareness, supporting the fluidity, balance, confidence, and joyfulness she brings to dancing.

She brings all of her magical skills to the OV Sea Hags — helping ideas take shape, keeping things flowing smoothly, and ensuring everyone feels welcomed and supported.

As a Founding Member of the OV Sea Hags and the Broom Council, Jennifer is often the bright spark that keeps the energy light and the momentum moving forward. She believes joy is contagious, and that when people come together with open hearts and a positive spirit, something truly special can happen.

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Jenn

OV Sea Hags Founding Member | Broom Council

Jenn is a founding member of the OV Sea Hags who brings strength, warmth, and deep presence to the group. A longtime dancer with experience in multiple dance troupes prior to the OV Sea Hags, movement has always been a natural language for her—one rooted in expression, discipline, and joy.

By profession, Jenn works in the health field as a nurse and is also Reiki Level II certified. That blend of care, intuition, and grounded energy shows up in how she moves through the world and within the group, offering steadiness, compassion, and quiet encouragement to those around her.

As a single mother raising her daughter while balancing work and creativity, Jenn embodies resilience and dedication. She also brings a playful, adventurous spirit—drawn to lightsaber groups, renaissance fairs, and immersive experiences where imagination and movement meet.

As a founding member of the OV Sea Hags and the Broom Council, Jenn helps anchor the group with heart and strength, reminding everyone that joy, care, and self-expression can coexist—even in the busiest seasons of life.

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Andrea

OV Sea Hags Founding Member | Broom Council

Andrea is a founding member of the OV Sea Hags and a lifelong Ocean View local, born and raised in the community she continues to serve and uplift. With prior experience in dance groups and a genuine love of movement, dancing has always been a natural outlet for her joy and self-expression.

An entrepreneur at heart, Andrea has owned her own business and now leads one of the largest Facebook groups serving the Ocean View community. She is known for fostering a space rooted in kindness, respect, and “goodness only,” maintaining clear boundaries that ensure the group remains welcoming, supportive, and free from bullying.

Guided by deep empathy and a faith-centered, earth-loving spirit, Andrea brings a nurturing presence to the OV Sea Hags. She believes joy grows when people are treated with care and dignity, and she finds purpose in spreading light—through dance, community connection, and everyday acts of kindness.

As a founding member of the OV Sea Hags and the Broom Council, Andrea serves as a compassionate steward of community, helping keep the group grounded in integrity, inclusivity, and shared joy.

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A Sisterhood of Dancers

The Tidal Tribe of the OV Sea Hags

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Step into the rhythm of the OV Sea Hags and become part of a vibrant tradition that celebrates community and joy. Whether you’re looking to support local events, want a little exercise, or maybe you would like to meet new friends… there’s a place for you in our circle. Embrace the magic of movement and help us make a difference in Hampton Roads. Click below to learn how you can become a member of our spirited troupe!

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