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Get Ready to Groove at Our Annual Hip-Hop Workshop!

Updated: Oct 6




We’re excited to announce that Edge Dance Center’s Annual Hip-Hop Workshop is back—and it's bigger and better than ever! Whether you're new to hip-hop or looking to push your skills to the next level, this workshop has something for everyone. With three levels—Beginner (Ages 8-10), Intermediate (Ages 11-13), and Advanced (Ages 14+)—dancers of all ages and abilities are welcome to join in on the fun!


Our Hip-Hop program is led by Jake, the heart and soul of hip-hop at Edge Dance Center. Jake started this annual workshop with a vision to bring dancers together, challenge their skills, and introduce them to fresh new moves. Joining Jake this year are two guest instructors, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have them on board!


The workshop is a fantastic opportunity for dancers from Edge, as well as from outside studios, to come together and learn from some of the best in the business. We’re especially excited to see our two large competition groups in action, as they are required to attend. But it’s not just for the competition team—everyone is welcome!


If you know someone from another studio who might be interested, let us know!


Spaces are filling up fast, so don’t wait! Register today for just $55 and secure your spot in this one-of-a-kind hip-hop experience.


We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!


Current Edge dancers, please enroll here: http://app.jackrabbitclass.com/eventcalendar.asp?orgID=512704



Workshop Details

📅 Date: Sunday, October 13th

💥 Beginner: Ages 8-10

💥 Intermediate: Ages 11-13

💥 Advanced: Ages 14+

🎉 Price: $55


Meet the faculty:

Jake Simon


Jake Simon also known as “Jakes fresh” is a professional hip hop dancer and choreographer from the Philadelphia/ New Jersey region. He has experience dancing at World of Dance competitions, Prelude, East Coast competitions and more with his crew from Philadelphia. Jake has had the opportunity to dance for Ludacris, Musik Fest, Justina Valentine and other various music artists. He was casted for the 2023 NVYSN show called “The Grid” directed by Deshawn Da Prince, Smart Mark, Sasha Herrera and more. Jake has choreographed for numerous competitive dance companies as well as professional dancers including SYTYCD contestant Allen Genkin.


Jakes students have won numerous awards including National Titles, Best Choreography in Hip Hop and Entertainment awards. He truly enjoys watching his students grow as dancers while providing an understanding of the culture and styles of hip hop.


Daniella La Rosa



A New York professional dancer, at 26 years old I have had the opportunity to perform with some incredible artists. On Good Morning America, I performed with Jason Derulo. Last November I performed at the annual Kennedy awards with Gloria Estefan and Arianna Debose. I was a Philadelphia 76ers dancer for 5 years traveling and dancing in China and Mexico. Before my professional career I attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, Montclair state university for dance and competed competitively, receiving multiplie awards and scholarships from different conventions and competitions. 


Azari Ford



Azari Ford earned her B.F.A in Dance and minor in Business from the University Of The

Arts. All while being a member of The Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders from

2018-2024. Azari is a former 6th year veteran and captain of the team. She has

represented the Eagles organization on international media outlets as a global brand

ambassador and performed at Super Bowl LVII in Arizona. As well as being voted the

Philadelphia Eagles 2024 Pro Bowl Cheerleader. Representing the Eagles

Cheerleaders and organization at the NFL’s 2024 Pro Bowl Games. Excelling both on

and off the field, Azari was awarded two of the most prestigious and highly selective

scholarships for exceptional talent during her time at UArts. She has performed works of

many artistic directors and choreographers, including Thom White, Queen Dinita and

JustSole Clark and Robert Battle of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Concert

Goers could even spot her performing with iconic musicians such as Queen, New Kids

On The Block, and Darius Rucker. Azari enjoys sharing her gifts not only as a performer

but also as a dance educator in the tri-state area. Teaching many styles such as

hip-hop, contemporary, jazz, pom and more. As well as being a dance competition

choreographer. Helping others to see dance as a language and not just movement, is

just one of her many artistic objectives.


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