Student focused battles, open to all 

Sunday, April 12th
@ First Unitarian Church
5-8pm 

Judges: 
Rylee for Waacking
Dru 'Riot' for Locking
We invite all UMA students and beyond to battle or to join as spectacles and of course for the party. 

UMA founder, Vince Johnson, interviews Chris Zeitz!

A note from Vince: 
The cool thing about UMA is that there are interesting people grooving through the studios all of the time. Everyone has a remarkable story. It is particularly interesting and inspiring to learn what leads folks to dance.

I had the unique opportunity of meeting Chris in the summer of 2024. He participated in the Dip, frequented classes and checked out events. He was in town, from San Antonio, Texas, for the summer, working at Penn. He is involved in coaching and preparing soccer athletes. In casual chit chat with Chris after class one evening, I discovered his passion for the science of skill development, learning movement and methods of teaching and coaching. Of course, this totally resonated with me. And since we were actively capturing UMA People Conversations, I thought a sit down with Chris would be wonderful for closing the 2024 series of conversations.

Even though we are nearly two years removed from our talk, the general overview of the discussion is still pertinent.

Chris stopped in just a few months ago. He is involved in both the street dance and salsa dance communities in San Antonio. It is always good to learn that folks are going deeper into the dance experience.
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Thanks so much for the chat Chris!
UMA, hope you enjoy!

UMA Shows Up is UMA's annual performance at Fringe Arts! Students register for a workshop series lead by a choreographer that leads to a culminating performance on the Fringe Arts Stage! You can see info on registration pricing, choreographers and rehearsal schedules below! You can sign up for one or multiple choreographers. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE APRIL 6th!
We need a minimum of # of participants to run the event. If we reach the number of required participants by the registration deadline, we will contact you to complete the registration fee. Please only sign up if you are committed to attending

Email [email protected] with questions or concerns.  

Some logistics:

• Rehearsals start April 10th. 
• Show day: Saturday, June 20th (show time tbd) @ Fringe Arts
• Tech day is TBD

Pricing: 
Non-member registrations:
$220 standard
​-$25 add on for each piece after the first you register for

Member registrations: 
$190 standard
​-$15 add on for each piece after the first you register for

Special Discounts:
If you are in the UMAMI Collective or UMA Groove Collective, then you can register for 40% off. If you are in BOTH UMAMI and UMA Groove, you can register for 50% off. Please make note on the form below to indicate your eligibility for this discount

CHOREOGRAPHERS + SCHEDULES

Emerald Sims
April 10-June 12th
Fridays 7:30-9:00pm  @ 812 Chestnut
@ 812 Chestnut
NOTE:
5/22 and 5/30 are CANCELLED
MAKE UP DATES:
5/23 from 7-9:30pm @ 2100 Chestnut
6/6 from 7-9:30pm @ 2100 Chestnut 


Alexis Curiel
April 16-June 18th
Thursdays 9:00-10:30pm  
@ 2100 Chestnut


Aaminah AR
April 11-June 13th
Saturdays 5:30-7:00
@ 2100 Chestnut


Emily Culbreath
April 12-June 14th
Sundays 10:30-12:00 
@ 812 Chestnut
NOTE:
5/10 and 5/17 are CANCELLED
MAKE UP DATES:
Friday 5/8 6-7:30 @ 812 
Friday 5/29 6-7:30 @ 812 Chestnut


Dylan Smythe
April 12-June 14th
Sundays 1:30-3:00 
@ 812 Chestnut
NOTE:
Rehearsal on 6/7 will be at 2100 Chestnut from 2-5pm
Dylan will be away 6/14. Rehearsal that day will likely just be participants rehearsing together. 

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The Hustle Series returns April 15th! This time instead of month- long series, it will be an ongoing special series! See below for class times and pricing info!

ABOUT THE SERIES:
Hustle, a partner dance originating in the Latino community of The Bronx, New York City, emerged in the early 1970’s. With its roots in Mambo and Salsa, it ignited the Disco scene of the 70’s and 80’s. Hustle has emerged today as a genre that speaks to a wide array of dancers. Hustle can be danced to music across the spectrum of classic disco, hip-hop, house, R&B, Afro, Cuban and more.

Daniel is a master teacher, bringing his vast knowledge to dancers all over the US and abroad. A two-time World Hustle Champion, with over 25 years of Hustle experience, he is known for his extensive knowledge of the subject and for communicating that knowledge in a fun and relatable manner.
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In this series you will learn the timing, footwork, and basic figures of Hustle, coupled with the ability to dance comfortably at your next club night, party, or jam session. There will be no traditional gender-specific lead-and-follow roles. Anyone may lead and anyone may follow. 

Starting April 15th
Wednesdays @ 812 Chestnut
7-8pm Intro to Hustle
8-9pm Hustle Beyond Basics (Level 1)

Pricing:
$22 Drop In
$120 6 Class Card (expires 3 months after purchase)