Style is king
Learn from the people who created, nurtured and carried on the original styles of hip hop. They danced with, choreographed for and taught stars like Michael Jackson, Missy Elliot, Will Smith, Mariah Carey and many more. Come and celebrate the roots of hip hop with us.
October 7- 17 2006
Styleisking.com
Teachers
Bboy Ken. Swift of Rock Steady Crew
Skeeterabbit
started dancing as a young kid growing up in the streets of Los Angeles. Skeet started out locking and soon after began popping with his cousins Boogaloo Sam and Poppin Pete around 1978. In 1979 Skeet became an official member of the EB's and has gone on to become a pioneer and innovator of the dance styles Popping and Boogaloo. Skeet is currently helping spread funk styles knowledge through shows, appearances and classes around the world.
www.electricboogaloos.com
Buddha Stretch
Believe it or not the Choreographer/Dancer who spent close to a decade creating the moves behind the world famous Mariah Carey, originally wanted to be an Astronaunt. Whether on video or live performances, Mariah soared to fame assisted by the moves of "Emilio Austin, Jr., p.k.a., "Buddha Stretch".
His dance crew, Elite Force provided the edge behind Mariah's well known videos and live shows. Though being an Astronaunt was his dream, it ended when he first saw the television show Soul Train. His other influences included his cousin Charles, Michael Jackson (the early years), The Lockers and The Electric Boogaloos.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York with three sisters and one younger brother, Stretch was influenced by his dad Emilio Austin, Sr.
His Dad danced as a youth and provided Stretch with discipline, inspiration, support and motivation and remained by his side to guide him throughout his career. This foundation carries Stretch, a father himself, throughout his personal and professional career today.
Stretch heavily impacted the dance world by bridging the gap between what was termed "Ol' Skool" and "New Skool". His dance style, known as Freestyle Hip Hop draws from all aspects of hip hop culture, music and dance.These moves during the early days of music videos helped to launch the popularity of dance in this medium as well as live shows.
Stretch's first audition was for The Dance Theater of Harlem, however, he left after seeing dancers in leotards and tights.
His first video was with Eric B & Rakim, Eric B for President. He met the members of his first dance crew Mop Top at a music video audition they booked for Diana Ross, "Working Overtime." They began to hang out at New York's night spot The Tunnel, and formed their crew.
He later formed a crew called Elite Force who appeared in documentaries, music videos, live shows and in countless projects overseas.
His first choreography job was for Joeski Love (Pee Wee Dance) and went on to work with the likes of Rosie Perez, Will Smith in the Men In Black and Miami videos; Michael Jackson's Remember The Time video (his most memorable experience) and more.
He was nominated for two MTV Awards for Best Choreography for the Will Smith videos Men In Black, Gettin' Jiggy Wit It, and Miami.
In 1989, Stretch was the first Hip Hop dancer to teach Hip Hop in a mainstream dance studio - New York's Broadway Dance Center.
Stretch is no stranger to music. An MC and writer himself, he recorded an underground hit called It Don't Matter by Ten Thieves and continues to make music today.
His versatility is also displayed by his participation as a dancer and contributing choreographer for the Dance Theater crew Full Circle.
His trend setting style keeps him in demand as a choreographer, dancer, teacher and performer. His passion for dance is exhibited every time you experience his work. Stretch believes "music is the universal language; dance is it's interpreter." Eliteforcecrew.com
Btooklyn Terry Wright
World-renown for both his hip-hop and house dancing and choreography.
Having worked and performed with internationally acclaimed acts such as: Mariah Carey, Will Smith, Whitney Houston, Lil Kim, Da Brat, this artist has successfully brought the raw style of self-taught dancing into the mainstream media.
Terry is also a member of the crew, Elite Force, a.k.a. Mop Tops, which has been recognized as constructing the face of true hip hop dance.
Despite his commercial success, Terry has maintained his status as a dancer in the underground New York club scene by continuing to enter dance circles and innovating and developing his skills. Eliteforcecrew.com
Sabela Grimes
is an emerging interdisciplinary artist who passionately merges the elements of language, sound and movement. He has taught dance and performed internationally as a vocalist, dancer and poet.
A native of California , Sabela migrated to Philadelphia via a 15 month stay in South Africa and tends to draw on the connection between traditional and contemporary African movement in Hip Hop dance. Since his departure from Rennie Harris Puremovement, Sabela has presented three new dance theater works, Philly XP , BulletProofDeli , and 40 Acres & A Microchip: Salvation or Servitude from his EXPERIMENT EARTH sound-movement triptych. Under the ovasoul7 moniker, Sabela, the singer/songwriter, has worked with a diverse array of artist such as poet Ursula Rucker, Mark de Clive-Lowe, DJ Spinna, The Society, Matthew Herbert, Jazzanova, Anthony Tidd, and others.
His dance workshops celebrate the history and traditions of African-American social dance, and affirm that this language of movement, rich in innovations and African aesthetics, mis-labeled "Hip Hop" dance, has deep roots and a broader sense of purpose than we tend to acknowledge. In addition to exploring the subtle nuances that typify Black dance, Sabela's primary focus is to facilitate an experience that inspires the dancer to build a strong relationship with the music and move from the inside-out. "They call it Soul Music for a reason, and the expression of movement that relates with the music should be a reflection of the soul-your soul. Let the Spirit move you! That's how we discover and reveal the sacred within the secular."
Tweetie
rarely enters a room unnoticed. Her “Ghetto Glam” style, personality and dance ability speak for itself. She was raised in a single parent household in the Boogie Down Bronx, inspired by many aspects of the arts. She started dancing at age 12 in an after school program in junior high school and later auditioned for Fiorella LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts. There she majored in ballet, modern, jazz, and later added hip-hop. Her dedication and determination enabled her to graduate and later work with the likes of celebrity artist “Jay Z”, Destiny’s Child”, and N’Sync. Tweetie is a three year member of the hip-hop dance company, “Full Circle”. Their show “Soul Power’d” appeared Off Broadway at the New Victory Theater in New York. Tweetie enjoys teaching dance and is currently teaching at Dance Space Center in New York City and Central Park Dance in Scarsdale, NY.
Learn from the people who created, nurtured and carried on the original styles of hip hop. They danced with, choreographed for and taught stars like Michael Jackson, Missy Elliot, Will Smith, Mariah Carey and many more. Come and celebrate the roots of hip hop with us.
October 7- 17 2006
Styleisking.com
Teachers
Bboy Ken. Swift of Rock Steady Crew
Skeeterabbit
started dancing as a young kid growing up in the streets of Los Angeles. Skeet started out locking and soon after began popping with his cousins Boogaloo Sam and Poppin Pete around 1978. In 1979 Skeet became an official member of the EB's and has gone on to become a pioneer and innovator of the dance styles Popping and Boogaloo. Skeet is currently helping spread funk styles knowledge through shows, appearances and classes around the world.
www.electricboogaloos.com
Buddha Stretch
Believe it or not the Choreographer/Dancer who spent close to a decade creating the moves behind the world famous Mariah Carey, originally wanted to be an Astronaunt. Whether on video or live performances, Mariah soared to fame assisted by the moves of "Emilio Austin, Jr., p.k.a., "Buddha Stretch".
His dance crew, Elite Force provided the edge behind Mariah's well known videos and live shows. Though being an Astronaunt was his dream, it ended when he first saw the television show Soul Train. His other influences included his cousin Charles, Michael Jackson (the early years), The Lockers and The Electric Boogaloos.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York with three sisters and one younger brother, Stretch was influenced by his dad Emilio Austin, Sr.
His Dad danced as a youth and provided Stretch with discipline, inspiration, support and motivation and remained by his side to guide him throughout his career. This foundation carries Stretch, a father himself, throughout his personal and professional career today.
Stretch heavily impacted the dance world by bridging the gap between what was termed "Ol' Skool" and "New Skool". His dance style, known as Freestyle Hip Hop draws from all aspects of hip hop culture, music and dance.These moves during the early days of music videos helped to launch the popularity of dance in this medium as well as live shows.
Stretch's first audition was for The Dance Theater of Harlem, however, he left after seeing dancers in leotards and tights.
His first video was with Eric B & Rakim, Eric B for President. He met the members of his first dance crew Mop Top at a music video audition they booked for Diana Ross, "Working Overtime." They began to hang out at New York's night spot The Tunnel, and formed their crew.
He later formed a crew called Elite Force who appeared in documentaries, music videos, live shows and in countless projects overseas.
His first choreography job was for Joeski Love (Pee Wee Dance) and went on to work with the likes of Rosie Perez, Will Smith in the Men In Black and Miami videos; Michael Jackson's Remember The Time video (his most memorable experience) and more.
He was nominated for two MTV Awards for Best Choreography for the Will Smith videos Men In Black, Gettin' Jiggy Wit It, and Miami.
In 1989, Stretch was the first Hip Hop dancer to teach Hip Hop in a mainstream dance studio - New York's Broadway Dance Center.
Stretch is no stranger to music. An MC and writer himself, he recorded an underground hit called It Don't Matter by Ten Thieves and continues to make music today.
His versatility is also displayed by his participation as a dancer and contributing choreographer for the Dance Theater crew Full Circle.
His trend setting style keeps him in demand as a choreographer, dancer, teacher and performer. His passion for dance is exhibited every time you experience his work. Stretch believes "music is the universal language; dance is it's interpreter." Eliteforcecrew.com
Btooklyn Terry Wright
World-renown for both his hip-hop and house dancing and choreography.
Having worked and performed with internationally acclaimed acts such as: Mariah Carey, Will Smith, Whitney Houston, Lil Kim, Da Brat, this artist has successfully brought the raw style of self-taught dancing into the mainstream media.
Terry is also a member of the crew, Elite Force, a.k.a. Mop Tops, which has been recognized as constructing the face of true hip hop dance.
Despite his commercial success, Terry has maintained his status as a dancer in the underground New York club scene by continuing to enter dance circles and innovating and developing his skills. Eliteforcecrew.com
Sabela Grimes
is an emerging interdisciplinary artist who passionately merges the elements of language, sound and movement. He has taught dance and performed internationally as a vocalist, dancer and poet.
A native of California , Sabela migrated to Philadelphia via a 15 month stay in South Africa and tends to draw on the connection between traditional and contemporary African movement in Hip Hop dance. Since his departure from Rennie Harris Puremovement, Sabela has presented three new dance theater works, Philly XP , BulletProofDeli , and 40 Acres & A Microchip: Salvation or Servitude from his EXPERIMENT EARTH sound-movement triptych. Under the ovasoul7 moniker, Sabela, the singer/songwriter, has worked with a diverse array of artist such as poet Ursula Rucker, Mark de Clive-Lowe, DJ Spinna, The Society, Matthew Herbert, Jazzanova, Anthony Tidd, and others.
His dance workshops celebrate the history and traditions of African-American social dance, and affirm that this language of movement, rich in innovations and African aesthetics, mis-labeled "Hip Hop" dance, has deep roots and a broader sense of purpose than we tend to acknowledge. In addition to exploring the subtle nuances that typify Black dance, Sabela's primary focus is to facilitate an experience that inspires the dancer to build a strong relationship with the music and move from the inside-out. "They call it Soul Music for a reason, and the expression of movement that relates with the music should be a reflection of the soul-your soul. Let the Spirit move you! That's how we discover and reveal the sacred within the secular."
Tweetie
rarely enters a room unnoticed. Her “Ghetto Glam” style, personality and dance ability speak for itself. She was raised in a single parent household in the Boogie Down Bronx, inspired by many aspects of the arts. She started dancing at age 12 in an after school program in junior high school and later auditioned for Fiorella LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts. There she majored in ballet, modern, jazz, and later added hip-hop. Her dedication and determination enabled her to graduate and later work with the likes of celebrity artist “Jay Z”, Destiny’s Child”, and N’Sync. Tweetie is a three year member of the hip-hop dance company, “Full Circle”. Their show “Soul Power’d” appeared Off Broadway at the New Victory Theater in New York. Tweetie enjoys teaching dance and is currently teaching at Dance Space Center in New York City and Central Park Dance in Scarsdale, NY.
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