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Making Movement Makers
EducatioN PROGRAMS
"Of all the arts programs we've had, this was the most engaged I saw my kids."
- Teacher, Mount Washington Elementary
OUR METHODOLOGY
Led by high-caliber teaching artists, our programs help learners of all ages and abilities build creative expression, social-emotional literacy, and cultural leadership, guiding them to become Movement Makers in our world. Our methodology blends standards-based pedagogy with authentic cultural practice and collaborative learning, equipping students with the skills and connections to thrive as creators, collaborators, and change makers.
WHAT WE OFFER
Student Workshops
In-School Residencies
Teaching artists deliver culturally engaging, sequential, standards-based curricula designed for grade-level instruction. These residencies emphasize social-emotional learning, community building, and creative expression. Typically meeting once a week for 10 weeks, the residency culminates in a student performance. A minimum commitment of 3 hours per day is required.
After-School Workshops
Students enjoy an opportunity to creatively learn, grow, and connect in a supportive environment through the language of Hip Hop/Street dance. Teaching artists facilitate play-centered learning activities that cater to the unique needs and levels of each group. Residencies typically occur once a week for 10 weeks, with a minimum of 2 hours per day.
Check out our cultural dance residency program with an internationally-acclaimed cast of dancers and Don Campbell - the creator of the global street dance form form: Campbellocking / Locking!
assembly performances
Impact: During Spring 2024, we performed 100 assembly shows for 10,278 students in 34 schools across 8 districts!
H.O.P.E.
Inspired by Inside Out, this theatrical performance by professional dance artists blends imaginative storytelling with soulful movement to help students cultivate emotional literacy, inner resilience, and creative wonder. Students embark on a hero's journey with compelling characters, witnessing the transformative power of friendship and courage as they navigate life’s challenges and embrace hope.
Spirit of Hip Hop
Most Popular!*
This power-packed assembly immerses students in the culture, history, and impact of Hip Hop/Street dance, featuring a performance by professional dancers with a live MC, DJ, and sound system. Students learn movement vocabulary and participate in a communal freestyle cypher while discovering the core values of “Peace, Love, Unity, and Having Fun!"
Dance with the Pros
This one-of-a-kind, experiential learning assembly invites students to step into the world of professional dance—collaborating with artists to rehearse and perform an original piece. Along the way, they build confidence, teamwork, and a growth mindset, while gaining valuable insight into the creative process and real-world careers in the performing arts and beyond.
family PROGRAMMING
Family Night
w/ live MC & DJ
Bring your school community together for a joyful, all-ages celebration of Hip Hop, street dance, and cultural connection! Led by a professional MC and ignited by live dancers and a DJ, this interactive evening promotes family engagement, creative expression, and positive school culture. A planning meeting is included to help tailor the experience to your school’s unique needs.
Sample activities may include: ● Performances by UniverSOUL Hip Hop artists ● Student showcases ● Community dance workshops and interactive activities ● A culturally rich storytelling or history segment exploring the roots of Hip Hop
professional development
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EmpowerED:
Hip Hop Arts Integration
Our professional development workshops equip educators with practical, culturally sustaining tools to connect students to curriculum through movement, music, and self-expression. Grounded in standards-based pedagogy and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), each session—offered as a one-time workshop or part of a series—provides movement vocabulary, creative composition strategies, SEL-centered activities, and inclusive facilitation techniques tailored to your school community and adaptable for all ability levels.
Workshops may include: ● Hip Hop vocabulary and cultural context ● Dance composition strategies for the classroom ● SEL-based activities to boost student confidence and collaboration ● Dance facilitation techniques for all ability levels
interested in teaching with us?
Our “Art of Teaching” program is a rigorous, 6-day teaching artist training intensive for Hip Hop/Street dancers to develop and deepen their knowledge, skills, and best practices in academic and community-centered arts instruction at K-12 school and/or neighborhood settings.
Content includes practical and collaborative application of core arts standards, curriculum and lesson plan design, and classroom management.
