18-year street dance veteran, US dance specialist, and Bay Area International Children’s Competition judge.
Performed and choreographed for 2008 Beijing Olympics, 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games, and 2011 Shenzhen
Universiade. Ranked top 10 in 2012 CCTV Dance Competition. Featured on VOA, CCTV, GDTV, and GZTV. Led
children’s street dance team to win 2023 KAR, Imagine, and Believe Bay Area Championship, and 2024 Spotlight
National and Bay Area Championships, as well as second place in Monster Street Dance Competition. Invited to
perform for NBA Golden State Warriors.
十八年专注街舞舞蹈家，美国舞蹈家特殊人才，湾区国际儿童赛事裁判，公校音乐启蒙义工老师。2008年北京奥运会、2010年广州亚运会、2011年深圳大运会现场舞蹈演出领舞及编舞，2009-2012年
CBA篮球联赛现场舞蹈演出领舞及编舞，2012年CCTV央视舞蹈比赛个人全国前十。曾受VOA美国之音，CCTV中央电视台、GDTV广东电视台、GZTV广州电视台个人专访。儿童街舞比赛队2023年获奖：KAR、Imagine、Believe湾区赛区冠军，香港儿童街舞比赛编舞奖。2024年获得：Spotlight全国赛总冠军、Spotlight湾区赛区双冠军、Monster街舞大赛第二名。获邀NBA金门队表演。
Since 2006, I’ve dedicated myself to mastering the Old School Hip-Hop dance style, incorporating Popping and
Locking to create a versatile Freestyle Hip-Hop. Joining Taiwan’s MASK & Mr. Underground crew in 2008, I
specialize in teaching street dance fundamentals such as isolation, grooving, body control, technique,
Hip-Hop elements, and freestyle variations. I’ve had the privilege to collaborate with artists like Ho Run
Dong, Chen Guanxi, and Wu Kequn. My competitive journey includes victories in renowned events such as
Typhoon Entertainment’s “迴真晚街 vol.7 Freestyle Battle,” T.O.P. Dance Competition in Tainan, and the 7th Da
Jiang Cup Street Dance Competition in the HIPHOP category.
Namaad is a performer, choreographer, educator, and mentor whose background, training, and passion extends
over 16 years. As a former Pro NBA Dancer for Golden State Warriors and dance instructor for Millennium
Studio, Namaad had danced and performed with Str8Jackets Dance Company. In 2008, Jackson founded Kaution
Dance Kru (KDK) and served as its Chief Executive Director. Namaad has directed many dance companies and
troupes including Dcypher Dance, TeamWeGonMakeIt, Culture Shock DC (CSDC), and Culture Shock Las Vegas
(CSLV). Since moving to the Bay Area Namaad signed as a talent with RAE Talent and Model Agency and has
taught at several studios across the bay area including RAE Studio, Purdance, FulloutStudios, Dance
Connection of Palo Alto, and Dance Mission Theater.
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Ms. Claire
Dance Instructor
Specialization: Contemporary, Ballet, Gymnastics
Claire Schick, originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, graduated with her BFA in Dance and BA in
Psychology with a minor in English from the University of Michigan. After achieving national rankings in
competitive gymnastics, Claire began her serious dance training at the age of 14 with Alonzo King Lines
Ballet. Most recently Claire performed for the second time with Vim Vigor Dance Company in November. While
attending the University of Michigan she has performed in repertory by Shannon Gillen and Rosanna Tavarez,
studied in Spain with Marcat Dance Company, and performed at B-12 in Berlin with Laja Field. Additionally
Claire has attended programs with BodyTraffic, Jacob Jonas the Company, Diavolo, and other notable artists.
Her passion for dance and K-pop is palpable. In 2023, she clinched first place among 200 candidates at the
Bay Area Kpop world tour Auditions organized by YG Entertainment, well known as the Black Pink Agent
Company. Starting her dance journey at the age of 6, she progressed to join the Lujun competition team Zen
in 2021-2022, followed by the Fengye Dance Studio youth team in 2022-2023, and has been an integral member
of the Tingna competition team since 2023. Additionally, she dedicates her time as the Hiphop dance head
coach at the nonprofit organization, Little Grass Foundation. She is a great example for many and has
inspired more and more children to follow their dance dreams.
CSDA Certified Hiphop Grading Coach, Judge and Dance Instructor
Specialization: Hiphop, Jazz, Latin, Folk
As a devoted mother of two children, Ms. Qiao brings with her 25 years of dance performance experience and 9
years of teaching expertise. In 2023, she earned certifications as a Hip-Hop Grading coach, competition
judge, and Hiphop instructor. She currently holds the distinction of being the sole certified member of the
CSDA organization in the Bay Area. As a core member of the Q Dance team, she has showcased her talents at
NBA Golden State Warriors games, SVCBA competitions, the OMG Fair, and various other prestigious events.
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Coach Leo
Chinese National Athlete in Gymnastics, Acro Coach
Specialization: Gymnastics, Acro
Leo, a national-level gymnast, began his journey in sports at the age of four when he was selected to train
at a state professional sports school. By the age of nine, he had earned a place on the professional state
competition team and went on to secure numerous championships. His achievements led him to join the Chinese
national team in 2002-2003 and represent China at the 10th National Games of China in 2005. Now, as a proud
father of two sons, Leo is committed to supporting more children in the field of gymnastics and acro.
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Ms. Vivi
Adult Jazz Instructor, Kid’s Hiphop Instructor
Specialization: Jazz, Hiphop
As a proud mom, Ms. Vivi has danced alongside Ms. Tingna for over 10 years, starting from their days at the
University of Maryland, where Vivi served as the president of the Zhi Dance Team. Our team has been invited
to perform at numerous events, including NBA Wizards games, the PCI Miss Asian American Pageant, and the
movie “Study Abroad.” Passionate about dance and education, she has continually honed her leadership and
choreographic skills while teaching at EDS, specializing in Jazz, Hip-Hop, and innovative choreography. Ms.
Vivi is dedicated to inspiring her students and helping them achieve their fullest potential both on and off
the stage.
作为一名自豪的妈妈，Vivi老师跟Tingna老师相伴跳舞超过10年。她们在2013年创办了马里兰大学的炙舞团，Vivi曾担任舞团的主席和灵魂人物。舞团受邀参加NBA奇才队表演，美国PCI太平洋小姐选美表演，和电影《艾米》的拍摄。她对舞蹈和教育充满热情，在EDS教学期间不断磨练自己的领导能力和编舞技巧，专攻爵士舞、嘻哈舞和编舞。Vivi老师致力于激励她的学生，帮助他们在舞台上和生活中都能充分发挥他们的潜力。
As a Zumba coach certified for over a decade, Alice’s wealth of experience and adoration from countless moms
speak volumes. Her journey in teaching Zumba has evolved into a true passion for dance fitness. Alice
believes that fitness should be as diverse as your desires. With a profound love for music and dance, she
crafts classes that are irresistible, blending easy-to-follow routines with infectious energy, all set to
the exhilarating beats of Latin American rhythms. From Salsa to Merengue, Cha-Cha to Samba, Reggaeton to
Lambada, Bachata to Cumbia, and beyond, Alice’s classes promise a dynamic and enjoyable experience. So, skip
the workout and join the party!
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Mr. Tree
Breaking Instructor
Specialization: Breaking
Hip-hop culture and development stem from breaking dance; a street dance without breaking is incomplete!
That’s why we are super excited to introduce the Bboy Master Tree. With over 10 years of breaking experience
and as a former member of Bu Breakers, Mr. Tree is dedicated to sharing breaking culture and promoting the
exchange and progress of different street dance styles to kids and adults. How do you nurture a cool B-boy
or B-Girl? How do you learn authentic and professional breaking moves with a Master? How can kids safely
learn breaking without getting injured? Come and experience Mr. Tree’s class!
Hiphop的文化和发展源于Breaking dance，没有breaking的街舞是不完整的，隆重向大家介绍，超过10年的breaking舞龄，前bu
breakers成员，Tree老师。Tree老师的目标是分享Breaking文化，促进不同的街舞舞种交流进步。如何培养一个帅气的Breaking男孩女孩？如何学到纯正又专业的Breaking动作？如何让孩子安全地学习Breaking不受伤？一起来Tree老师课堂体验一下吧！
Bay Area professional dancer and instructor with 10+ years of experience, specializing in Hip-hop and New
School choreography. Trained with Guangzhou’s Speed dance team (2015-2016) and won the 2023 KAOS street
dance competition as a Director. Teaches in the Bay Area, with regular training sessions in LA, and has
collaborated with studios like SF City Dance, EDS, and Young Reach.
湾区全职专业舞者及导师，舞龄十多年，擅长Hip-hop和New School编舞， 2015-2016受训于广州著名舞团Speed，2023年参加KAOS街舞齐舞比赛并担任Director拿到成人组冠军。
2019年开始在湾区授课，并定期到LA进修及集训，教学经验丰富，曾合作过的湾区街舞工作室包括SF City Dance、EDS、Young Reach等等。
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Coach Elisha
Acro Instructor, Competition Team Coach
Specialization: Gymnastics
Elisha, the reigning Bay Area Champion in the Fall Fest Gymnastic Competition and a top 5 finisher in the
California State competition, continues to impart her expertise as an Acro instructor at Tingna Dance Studio
entering the third consecutive year. With a gymnastics journey that began at the age of 5, she has
accumulated over four years of teaching experience. Beyond her gymnastic prowess, Elisha is deeply involved
in community work, serving at the Southbay Community Baptist Church for the WayAwesomeKidsClub, where her
passion for connecting with young children to teenagers shines through. Her students not only benefit from
her classes but also relish the opportunity to learn and grow under her guidance.
Starting her gymnastics journey at the age of 6, Anna’s passion for the sport is evident. In 2023, she
achieved a significant milestone by joining the Milpitas High School Colorguard and securing a top 3
placement in a national competition. Anna’s dedication to gymnastics led to her selection to work alongside
Stanford Gymnastics Coach Scott Burns at Game Time Elite Gymnastics in Milpitas. Additionally, she has been
training the Tingna Competition Teams for over a year now, where her focus on improving kids’ acro
techniques has contributed to multiple competition awards for the teams.
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Ms. Jessica
Hiphop Instructor
Specialization: Hiphop, Folk, Kid’s Performance Director
Jessica is the proud mother of two boys. She previously hosted the children’s program “Happy Show” on Anhui
TV and served as the dance instructor for the Red Azalea Children’s Art Troupe at Anhui TV. Additionally,
she has experience as a director and producer for CCTV programs. Specializing in hip-hop and folk dance,
Jessica has over a decade of experience as a professional instructor for art examinations in China.
Jessica是两个男孩的妈妈，曾主持安徽电视台少儿节目《happy秀》，是安徽电视台红杜鹃少儿艺术团的舞蹈指导，曾任央视节目的导演和制片人。她擅长hiphop和民族舞，有超过十年的国内艺考专业指导经验。
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Ms. Serena
Hiphop & Kpop Instructor
Specialization: Hiphop, Kpop, Cheerleading
Serena is the 1st trained instructor by Ms. Tingna, specializing in kids’ hip-hop classes with over three
years of teaching experience. Adored by her students, she has positively impacted more than a hundred young
dancers. Driven by her passion for dance, Serena aspires to grow further in her career and achieve her dream
of becoming a renowned dance teacher. Previously, she also taught at Galaxy Dance Studio and Eva Dance
Academy. Her background includes serving as a cheerleader at Amador Valley High School, where she
contributed to the team’s multiple championships in national and regional competitions. Additionally, Serena
is skilled in teaching K-pop, dance techniques, and cheerleading style, bringing a diverse set of expertise
to her students.
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Ms. Hongjing
Vocal Instructor
Ms. Hongjing graduated from the Vocal Performance Department of the Sichuan Conservatory of Music and
furthered her studies under a professor at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. A first-prize winner of
the Seoul Cup Vocal Competition and gold medalist of the Hong Kong International Vocal Competition, she was
formerly a member of the Tibet Armed Police Art Troupe’s Vocal Ensemble. With over ten years of teaching
experience in Chengdu and Shenzhen, she has trained students who excelled in national art exams and
international competitions, earning her the title of “Excellent Guidance Teacher” from both the China
Conservatory of Music and the Chinese Musicians Association.
毕业于四川音乐学院声乐系，后赴美师从旧金山音乐学院声乐系教授学习。曾获得首尔杯和香港国际声乐比赛一等奖和金奖。曾任西藏武警文工团声乐组成员，并在成都、深圳多所公立学校及艺术机构任职，具有十年丰富的教学经验。培养大量优秀学生参加中国音乐学院、中国音乐家协会艺术考级，在国际钢琴/声乐比赛中多次获奖，获得中国音乐学院、中国音乐家协会艺术考级优秀指导教师称号。
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Mr. Matthew
Vocal Instructor
Matthew is a sound engineer and pop vocal instructor. He graduated with a major in Pop Vocal Performance
from Xinghai Conservatory of Music and studied Sound Engineering at the Academy of Art University in San
Francisco. In 2013, he reached the top 60 in the Guangzhou regional competition of Super Boy, a talent
show on Hunan TV. He has served as a judge for various competitions, including the Water Cube Cup Chinese
Song Contest (San Francisco division), the Stanford Chinese Singer Competition, and the ZGZG competition.
His students have achieved notable successes, including winning the Bay Area championship in the ETTV Top
Star pop music competition, the championship in ZGZG, and the global gold award in the Water Cube Cup
Chinese Song Contest.
音效师/流行唱法声乐老师，毕业于星海音乐学院流行唱法专业，旧金山艺术大学音效专业。2013湖南卫视快乐男声广州赛区60强。曾担任水立方中文歌曲大赛旧金山赛区评委，斯坦福华人歌手赛评委，《载歌在谷》歌手赛评委。学生曾获《东森新人王》流行歌曲比赛湾区冠军，《载歌在谷》歌手赛冠军，水立方中文歌曲大赛全球金奖
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Mr. Monkey
Popping Instructor
Introducing Monkey, a dynamic dancer with 15 years of experience who knows how to light up the stage!
Specializing in popping, Monkey has transformed their passion for dance into a captivating journey of
expression and creativity. They’ve showcased their skills at numerous competitions, including the 2023
BayArea PayDue Freestyle 1 on 1 Championship, where they made a mark. Recently, they competed in 2024 Out Of
Shadows Vol 3 and All Funk Up, both finishing in the Top 32. As a dedicated educator, Monkey is committed to
sharing their knowledge and helping students of all levels develop their skills while having fun.
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Ms. Iris
Hiphop & Kpop Instructor
Specialization: Hiphop, Kpop
Movement has always been my most authentic form of self-expression and the bridge to a community where I
truly feel I belong. My dance journey began in high school, when I decided to take my passion seriously and
started exploring various styles, including K-pop covers, house, and hip-hop. Today, I am proud to be
training with Commonality, a competitive dance team based in the Bay Area. Together, we’ve achieved
significant milestones, winning championships at Onyx in 2023 and Prelude in 2024.
Beyond structured training, I find joy in experimenting with movement and refining my freestyle techniques.
Eight years into this journey, I am reminded every day how much there is still to learn. My ultimate goal is
not only to continue growing as a dancer but also to give back to the community that shaped me. I hope to
inspire and support others who share the same passion, especially those just beginning their own dance
journeys.
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Ms. Kelly
Kpop & Adult Dance Instructor
Specialization: Kpop
Kelly, started with gymnastic when she was 3 and spent over a decade mastering Chinese classical and folk
dance. During this time, she competed in numerous national competitions in China. In college, Kelly expanded
her repertoire to include Korean-pop (K-pop) dance and various street dance styles, such as Afro, Dancehall,
Hip-hop, High Heels, and Jazz. She became the captain of both the K-pop dance crew and the Chinese dance
crew, showcasing her leadership and creative talent. Kelly has also choreographed multiple performances
across diverse genres, including Chinese classical, folk, modern, and jazz dance, further solidifying her as
a versatile and accomplished dancer.
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