Unity Clash 2013
La Jon Dantzler
La Jon Dantzler has been an emerging presence in the dance industry, earning starring roles in films such as Stomp the Yard, Step Up 2 and Step Up 3D.
As La Jon stepped out on his own as a choreographer, he has contributed to projects in all media, including commercials (Coca Cola, McDonald's, Verizon), television (X-Factor USA, SYTYCD Canada), tours (Madonna, Britney Spears), and music videos (Anjulie, Sariah). La Jon was also featured in Dance Teacher Magazine for his choreography for the launch of Cheryl Burke's exciting new clothing line with Macy's: Ideology.
As a Creative/Artistic Director, La Jon's credits include the Urban Reach Dance Convention show ("Identity") and the sold out show "Welcome to Da Dollhouse."
A resident teacher at the prestigious Broadway Dance Center, Peridance Capezio Center and New York University (NYU), La Jon continues to spread his art and knowledge to help others achieve greatness in dance, while pushing the envelope with his ever-evolving choreography. Teaching internationally in countries like Japan, Indonesia and Peru further allows La Jon to extend his impact beyond the US.
La Jon will be having his group "La Fuerza" perform at Unity Clash
MORE INFO on LA JON
Class Schedule:
Broadway Dance Center
Sun: 6-730pm Mon: 6-730pm Wed: 6-730pm Fri: 12-130pm
Peridance
Sun: 4-530pm Mon: 4-530pm Wed: 4-530pm Fri: 4-530pm
Social Media:
Twitter: @lajond
Instagram: @lajond
YouTube: http://m.youtube.com/user/dantzler28
As La Jon stepped out on his own as a choreographer, he has contributed to projects in all media, including commercials (Coca Cola, McDonald's, Verizon), television (X-Factor USA, SYTYCD Canada), tours (Madonna, Britney Spears), and music videos (Anjulie, Sariah). La Jon was also featured in Dance Teacher Magazine for his choreography for the launch of Cheryl Burke's exciting new clothing line with Macy's: Ideology.
As a Creative/Artistic Director, La Jon's credits include the Urban Reach Dance Convention show ("Identity") and the sold out show "Welcome to Da Dollhouse."
A resident teacher at the prestigious Broadway Dance Center, Peridance Capezio Center and New York University (NYU), La Jon continues to spread his art and knowledge to help others achieve greatness in dance, while pushing the envelope with his ever-evolving choreography. Teaching internationally in countries like Japan, Indonesia and Peru further allows La Jon to extend his impact beyond the US.
La Jon will be having his group "La Fuerza" perform at Unity Clash
MORE INFO on LA JON
Class Schedule:
Broadway Dance Center
Sun: 6-730pm Mon: 6-730pm Wed: 6-730pm Fri: 12-130pm
Peridance
Sun: 4-530pm Mon: 4-530pm Wed: 4-530pm Fri: 4-530pm
Social Media:
Twitter: @lajond
Instagram: @lajond
YouTube: http://m.youtube.com/user/dantzler28
Tavia & Tamara
Tavia and Tamara have taught several workshops in various countries and at conventions such as The PULSE and Monsters Of Hip-Hop. They have studied dancehall for a number of years including travels to Jamaica, the birthplace of Dancehall. Their experience in performing with numerous artists makes their class a great learning experience that anyone and all levels can enjoy.
They have toured over 80 countries with platinum artist Sean Paul; all of Europe, Africa, Australia, Indonesia, Dubai, Ethiopia, Japan, and the list goes on. You have seen them in all of Sean Paul's major music videos including We Be Burnin, Temperature, Like Glue, Everblazin, Press It Up and Give It Up To Me. Tavia and Tamara have danced for artists like Rihanna, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliot, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Ciara, Diddy, Gwen Stefani and Many More! They have also been in numerous movies and commercials such as Idlewild, American Gangster, Burger King and Coca-Cola.
Tavia and Tamara have recently started a movement called BRUKWINE. BRUKWINE is a Reggae-Heels class that provides a more feminine side to the genre. BRUKWINE is rapidly growing, becoming one of the most sought after dance classes/workouts
Tavia
Autavia Bailey started dancing at a young age but decided to pursue a professional career when she moved to New York. There she studied street jazz, hip-hop, jazz, ballet, house and many other styles of dance. Soon after she began going to auditions where she landed the opportunity to perform with artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Eve, Missy Elliot and many others. Along with performing, touring and music videos, Autavia has also been cast in numerous movies and commercials including Idlewild, Step up 3, Coca-Cola, Burger King and many more.
Tamara
Tamara Marrow was born and raised in Long Island New York. Her mother put her in dance at the young age of 4, and almost immediately knew this is what she loved. Her career began when she started choreographing and dancing for thousands of fans of the New York Knicks at Madison Square as a Knicks City Dancer. Tamara has done several music videos, international and national tours, award shows, and feature films. She has danced with artist such as Missy Elliot, P Diddy, Toni Braxton, Whitney Houston, Tweet, Ludacriss, Pharell and Gwen Stephani just to name a few.
They have toured over 80 countries with platinum artist Sean Paul; all of Europe, Africa, Australia, Indonesia, Dubai, Ethiopia, Japan, and the list goes on. You have seen them in all of Sean Paul's major music videos including We Be Burnin, Temperature, Like Glue, Everblazin, Press It Up and Give It Up To Me. Tavia and Tamara have danced for artists like Rihanna, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliot, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Ciara, Diddy, Gwen Stefani and Many More! They have also been in numerous movies and commercials such as Idlewild, American Gangster, Burger King and Coca-Cola.
Tavia and Tamara have recently started a movement called BRUKWINE. BRUKWINE is a Reggae-Heels class that provides a more feminine side to the genre. BRUKWINE is rapidly growing, becoming one of the most sought after dance classes/workouts
Tavia
Autavia Bailey started dancing at a young age but decided to pursue a professional career when she moved to New York. There she studied street jazz, hip-hop, jazz, ballet, house and many other styles of dance. Soon after she began going to auditions where she landed the opportunity to perform with artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Eve, Missy Elliot and many others. Along with performing, touring and music videos, Autavia has also been cast in numerous movies and commercials including Idlewild, Step up 3, Coca-Cola, Burger King and many more.
Tamara
Tamara Marrow was born and raised in Long Island New York. Her mother put her in dance at the young age of 4, and almost immediately knew this is what she loved. Her career began when she started choreographing and dancing for thousands of fans of the New York Knicks at Madison Square as a Knicks City Dancer. Tamara has done several music videos, international and national tours, award shows, and feature films. She has danced with artist such as Missy Elliot, P Diddy, Toni Braxton, Whitney Houston, Tweet, Ludacriss, Pharell and Gwen Stephani just to name a few.
Class Schedule:
Sunday's 7:30 -9pm @ Broadway Dance Center Thursday's 9-10:30pm @ Broadway Dance Center They also have a "BRUKWINE" heels class ( look at video) |
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Social Networks:
Youtube : TaviaandTamara Twitter: BruckwineAddict Instagram: bruckwineaddiction |
Mikala "Mickey" Sakai
Mikala Sakai, also known as “Mickey” or “Mamisan”, is a native New Yorker, born and raised in The Bronx. At the age of five she began studying various dance techniques such as Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Modern. At the age of 14 she began to study and train in Step and Hip Hop. She quickly realized her passion for Hip Hop, and after obtaining her B.A. she began to continue her training at Broadway Dance Center and the Alvin Ailey Extension Program. She currently guest teaches and substitutes at Broadway Dance Center, the Alvin Ailey Extension, and is currently on faculty at Steps on Broadway. Mickey has choreographed for various teen programs, private dance schools and music videos, as well as live performances.
With a visionary gift of movement, Mickey weaves a story through not only the beat, but through her interpretation of the lyrics and the stories they tell. With her belief that Hip Hop crosses all boundaries and stereotypes and feeds the Mind, Body and especially the Soul, she inspires all of her students to go beyond the typical “norm”. Mickey’s drive and love for dance comes from a place of purity and passion as a choreographer, teacher and performer. She continues to create and teach, promoting each student to dance not only with their feet but with their hearts and to always dance from within.
Mickey will be having her group "Misfitz" perform at Unity Clash.
MORE INFO on MICKEY:
Class Schedule:
Fridays 7pm and Saturdays 5pm at Steps on Broadway located at 74th and broadway.
Next Performance:
Upcoming show Oct 24th and 26th at Dixon Place in NYC.
Social Networks:
Facebook : Mickey Sakai
Twitter: CreationMickey
Instagram: CreationMickey
e-mail femmefatalehiphop@gmail.com
With a visionary gift of movement, Mickey weaves a story through not only the beat, but through her interpretation of the lyrics and the stories they tell. With her belief that Hip Hop crosses all boundaries and stereotypes and feeds the Mind, Body and especially the Soul, she inspires all of her students to go beyond the typical “norm”. Mickey’s drive and love for dance comes from a place of purity and passion as a choreographer, teacher and performer. She continues to create and teach, promoting each student to dance not only with their feet but with their hearts and to always dance from within.
Mickey will be having her group "Misfitz" perform at Unity Clash.
MORE INFO on MICKEY:
Class Schedule:
Fridays 7pm and Saturdays 5pm at Steps on Broadway located at 74th and broadway.
Next Performance:
Upcoming show Oct 24th and 26th at Dixon Place in NYC.
Social Networks:
Facebook : Mickey Sakai
Twitter: CreationMickey
Instagram: CreationMickey
e-mail femmefatalehiphop@gmail.com
J-RoMeO
J-RoMeO knew from a young age that he wanted to entertain. Born an 80's baby and raised in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Jersey J-RoMeO was infused with a wide rage of music and dance styles. He started dancing at the age of 8 by learning choreography from different music videos and learning the latest dance moves from the streets. His artistic bug grew where he began playing the piano, guitar, and timbales as well as expressing vocally by singing; later to become part of a few gospel choirs and an R&B/Pop group. Although unsure of which direction to go, what he did know was that artistic expression is what he loved.
At the age of 14, he began his dance career by choreographing several sweet 16’s and dance teams in his local area. At 15, he became a club dancer for teen nights in the Jersey club scene. From dancing at these clubs he got recruited to dance for local artist in the New York/ New Jersey area. J-RoMeO was introduced to the art form stepping in junior high school. Fascinated by this unique art form, of which not many people were familiar with, he wanted pursue it even more. For the rest of his junior high school and high school career he held the position of Step Master.
In the beginning of his college career, J-RoMeO pledged Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Incorporated. As a neophyte, new to his organization, he was given the position of National Step Master and National Stroll Master. Through his leadership he reinvented the art form of stepping and strolling. His infusion of dance, theater, and athleticism has given him and his team numerous championships.
In 2005 and 2006, he toured America competing in the biggest competitions in New York, New Jersey, California, Texas, Florida, Chicago, to name a few. He became a ‘household name’ because his choreography and performances were so unique and different from other teams throughout America. Under his leadership, he and his team have brought home the championship titles of:
• 2004 National Stroll Champions
• 2005 National Stroll Champions
• 2006 National Stroll Champions
• 2007 National Stroll Champions
• 2008 National Step Champions
• 2009 National Stroll Champions
• 2010 National Stroll Champions
After seven years of being Lambda Sigma Upsilon’s National Step and Stroll Master J-RoMeO retired from his position and got inducted into the 2010 Step & Stroll Hall of Fame.
While in college J-RoMeO became apart of the new era and sound of Bachata called "Bachata Urbana". He became a backup dancer for Sony recording artist Toby Love and toured around the world. While on tour he learned the sound of each instrument and started to choreograph making moves infusing bachata, hip hop, and house. Today he is known as one of the top choreographers and dancers in the Bachata industry and Urban Latin Music. J-RoMeO has worked with Toby Love, Prince Royce, members of Aventura, Ne-Yo, Rihanna, Farruko, De La Ghetto, Arcangel, J Alvarez, Jenny La Sexy Voz, Jose Reyes, Eli Jas, BB Bronx, Dawin, and Lea Sunshine to name a few. Aside from dancing professionally, J-RoMeO works behind the scenes with artist development, choreography, artistic directing, and teaching.
At the age of 14, he began his dance career by choreographing several sweet 16’s and dance teams in his local area. At 15, he became a club dancer for teen nights in the Jersey club scene. From dancing at these clubs he got recruited to dance for local artist in the New York/ New Jersey area. J-RoMeO was introduced to the art form stepping in junior high school. Fascinated by this unique art form, of which not many people were familiar with, he wanted pursue it even more. For the rest of his junior high school and high school career he held the position of Step Master.
In the beginning of his college career, J-RoMeO pledged Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Incorporated. As a neophyte, new to his organization, he was given the position of National Step Master and National Stroll Master. Through his leadership he reinvented the art form of stepping and strolling. His infusion of dance, theater, and athleticism has given him and his team numerous championships.
In 2005 and 2006, he toured America competing in the biggest competitions in New York, New Jersey, California, Texas, Florida, Chicago, to name a few. He became a ‘household name’ because his choreography and performances were so unique and different from other teams throughout America. Under his leadership, he and his team have brought home the championship titles of:
• 2004 National Stroll Champions
• 2005 National Stroll Champions
• 2006 National Stroll Champions
• 2007 National Stroll Champions
• 2008 National Step Champions
• 2009 National Stroll Champions
• 2010 National Stroll Champions
After seven years of being Lambda Sigma Upsilon’s National Step and Stroll Master J-RoMeO retired from his position and got inducted into the 2010 Step & Stroll Hall of Fame.
While in college J-RoMeO became apart of the new era and sound of Bachata called "Bachata Urbana". He became a backup dancer for Sony recording artist Toby Love and toured around the world. While on tour he learned the sound of each instrument and started to choreograph making moves infusing bachata, hip hop, and house. Today he is known as one of the top choreographers and dancers in the Bachata industry and Urban Latin Music. J-RoMeO has worked with Toby Love, Prince Royce, members of Aventura, Ne-Yo, Rihanna, Farruko, De La Ghetto, Arcangel, J Alvarez, Jenny La Sexy Voz, Jose Reyes, Eli Jas, BB Bronx, Dawin, and Lea Sunshine to name a few. Aside from dancing professionally, J-RoMeO works behind the scenes with artist development, choreography, artistic directing, and teaching.
Rawy "Xonik" Ramirez
Bio coming soon!