Kristin Santiago
Let's Grow!
Story
born and raised in the DC metropolitan area: is a whacker, dance teacher and choreographer that draws her style from the idea and art of poetry and story-telling. She believes that freestyle is the essence of ones true self, how one can introduce themselves without words. Their movement choices and feeling allows one to represent their creativity and uniqueness. Training under a non-profit organization, Culture Shock in both the DC and LA chapters- she has explored different sides of her craft a... read more
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Dance Journey
2010 - 2012
Culture Shock DC
Company Member
* Trained in all styles - freestyle and choreography * Performed for non-profit events and shows within the DMV area * Choreographed and collaborated in whacking style pieces read more
2010 - 2013
Halo Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Taught choreography classes for all levels on a weekly basis * Assisted in hosting workshops and events with studio for community read more
2013 - 2015
Urbana Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Taught all levels of dance to both walk-in and competition teams * Taught hip hop choreography * Worked on performance, technique, and fundamentals of dance * Prepared routines for upcoming recitals... read more
2015 - 2017
Quest Dance Studio
Dance Director
Dance Director; * Directed and choreographed for minor team: ages 7-12 * Organized rehearsals and set choreography for upcoming shows and events in the community * Trained members on skills for dance ... read more
2015 - 2017
Movement Lifestyle Dance Studio
Workstudy Student
Workstudy Student; * Work-study responsibilities * Meet and greet all incoming students * Checked-in students into specific class times * Kept front lobby clean, organized and presentable for daily in... read more
2015 - 2017
Quest Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Taught Whacking fundamentals and choreography on a weekly basis read more
2016 - 2021
Culture Shock Los Angeles
Company Member
* Trained in all styles of dance and arts * Performed for events throughout the season * Choreographed and trained in Whacking to team for shows * Participated in community services and engagement opp... read more
2016 - 2019
Movement Lifestyle Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Taught occasionally and subbed Whacking Classes * Taught foundations, history and technique from beginners to advance level dancers read more
2017 - 2020
Green Room Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Taught hip hop classes to the youth ages 5-17 * Prepared students for performances, season recitals * Taught choreography, worked on retention, performance and classroom etiquette * Introduced and t... read more
2017 - 2021
L A Dance Connection
Dance Instructor
* Taught beginner hip hop choreography classes, trained different levels and styles of choreography. * Created lesson plans per level and class * Prepared students for upcoming recitals and shows read more
2018 - 2021
Millennium Dance Complex Orange County
Dance Instructor
* Taught Hip Hop, Choreography and All Level Whacking Classes on a weekly basis * Curated choreography and lesson plan per specific class and level read more
2019 - 2020
Culture Shock Los Angeles
Youth Director
* Directed youth company of Culture Shock Los Angeles, Future Shock LA. * Curated choreography to teach and set on members while exercising their means of self-expression * Trained members in differen... read more
2019 - Current
Steezy - Online Dance Classes
Dance Instructor / Dance Educator
* Taught Whacking classes in beginners, intermediate and follow along choreography for online class series * Choreographed for classes and recorded for database * Participated in the freestyle segment... read more
2021 - 2022
Impact Performance Arts
Dance Instructor
* Teach all levels from beginner, intermediate, and advance levels * Instruct history of both styles and design a curriculum for the season * Teach and train students in Whacking fundamentals * Teach ... read more
2021 - Current
District Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Teaching all levels of hip hop and choreography (ages 8-13+) * Teaching weekly classes; building on technique, retention, performance and character development in dance. * Organized recital performa... read more
2022 - 2024
Cerdafied
Dance Instructor
* Intro to Industry: Hip Hop -Teach pre-choreographed routines on a weekly drop in class -Weekly class routines are taught with musicality, dynamics, performance and execution -Teaches all levels from... read more
2022 - Current
N2 Dance Studio
Dance Instructor
* Teaching weekly classes on foundational whacking classes and choreography. read more
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