Mark your calendars!! Save the Date!!!
Join us April 2024!! We hope to bring you surprises. Fun themes. Amazing artists. And dope music.
Keep your eyes open for exciting information on our Urban Kiz Intensive Weekend.
Mark your calendars and get ready for top Artists, top DJs, and top dancers that you'll love!!
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Let people know you'll be at The Kiz Lab Intensive Weekend.
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➡️April 6th-7th, 2024
?Where:
Saturday April 6th Classes/Workshops
Berkeley Finnish Hall - Auditorium
1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702
Saturday April 6th Social
In the Groove Studios
580 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612
Sunday April 7th Classes/Workshops
In the Groove Studios
580 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612
Sunday April 7th Social
Third Eye Soul Kitchen
3047 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland, CA 94609
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?The Birthday Queen?
Jessica Marie
❗️Your Instructors❗️
?Luis and Karen from Madrid, Spain
?Derrick Wright from Dallas, TX
?Your DJs?
?DJ Koala G from Atlanta, GA
?DJ BigMeanie from Oakland, CA
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?Kiz Lab Taxi Team?
Ini, Elizabeth, Kiely, Alice, Dennis, Linda, Miek, and Glenna
We are excited to announce that the taxi team will be available for all your social dancing needs and to practice dance moves to ensure you have a wonderful experience on the dance floor.
What is a taxi dancer?
Taxi dancers are experienced dancers who are hand picked to dance with everyone at an event to ensure attendees have an unforgettable time. Ask them to dance!
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?Themes:
Saturday - Wear Your Favorite Kiz Merch
Sunday - Rep Your City
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?️Schedule Saturday:
12:15pm-12:30pm
Doors Open
12:30pm-1:30pm
In & Out Technique with Luis and Karen
(Intermediate)
1:30pm-1:40pm
Break
1:40pm-2:40pm
Starter Pack - The Town Edition with Derrick
(Beginner)
2:40pm-3:00pm
Break
3:00pm-4:00pm
Pivots with Luis and Karen
(Advanced)
?️Schedule Sunday:
12:15pm-12:30pm
Doors Open
12:30pm-1:30pm
The Journey Continues with Derrick
(Beginner)
1:30pm-1:40pm
Break
1:40pm-2:40pm
Cross Steps with Luis and Karen
(Intermediate)
2:40pm-3:00pm
Break
3:00pm-4:00pm
Chef Curry: Servin Saucee with Derrick
(Advanced)
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?DJ Schedule?
?Saturday April 6th
DJ BigMeanie 7pm-9pm
DJ Koala G 9pm-11pm
?Sunday April 7th
DJ Koala G 7pm-9pm
DJ BigMeanie 9pm-11pm
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?Prices:
Tier 1 (Dec): $110
Tier 2 (Jan): $120
Tier 3 (Feb): $130
Tier 4 (Mar): $140
Tier 5 (Apr): $150
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?Payment:
-Website
http://www.thekizlab.com
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For private dance lessons, please DM the artists for prices and their availability:
Luis y Karen: FB @LuisyKarenUkiz | Insta @luisykaren.official
Derrick Wright: FB @derrick.wright.5059 | Insta @swoove22
DJ Koala G: FB @gvcartwright | Insta @koalag
DJ BigMeanie: FB @BigMeanie.artist | Insta @bigmeanie_artist
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Information about the event:
FB Event: https://fb.me/e/35ESmb9zT
Website: http://www.thekizlab.com
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Instructors:
✨Luis and Karen✨
from Madrid, Spain
A Dynamic Dance Duo in Constant Pursuit of Growth
Luis (he/him) and Karen (she/her) are a captivating dance couple with an impressive seven years of teaching experience under their belt. Their dance style is characterized by smoothness, perfect complicity, and flawless technique.
With a passion for both teaching and entertaining, their workshops are a blend of didactic learning and pure fun. They believe in creating an environment where participants can learn and enjoy simultaneously, making each workshop a memorable experience.
Dedicated to continuous improvement, Luis and Karen are believers in the idea of constant growth. They devote time to training and continuously explore techniques from various dance styles related to kizomba. From the very beginning, they have been fans of urban kiz, while gradually discovering a profound connection to the world of tarraxo. Their love for both styles is evident, but they find the most joy during social dances when they skilfully blend elements from both worlds.
Luis and Karen's dance journey is a testament to their dedication and unwavering commitment to their art. As instructors and performers, they never fail to inspire and ignite the dance floor with their infectious energy and passion for movement.
✨Derrick Wright MPK✨
from Dallas, TX
Derrick Wright (he/him) is a student of Dallas. Though he has done the majority of his in class learning from Pamelita and Audi MPK, he started his kizomba journey learning from as many instructors as he could in the area including this last years’ Olympiads winner Shika Jay and Samy Vez. As a result, he has formed a style, flow, and musicality unique to him. His hunger has continued on as he began traveling and attending so many freaking classes and as many workshops as he could. Derrick brings his smooth moves in every genre of dance including Urban, kizomba, fusion, semba, tarraxo, and tarraxinha. This man doesn’t leave the dance floor except to take his 20 minute naps. Not only is Derrick a wonderful and well rounded dancer but he’s also an amazing instructor. With background as a school teacher, he has a solid pedagogy and foundational understanding of how to reach students. He’s been able to travel and teach some in the US and has become MPKs teaching assistant in his hometown of Dallas.
DJs:
✨Koala G✨
from Atlanta, GA
Gerard (he/him) has been around music his entire life. His early stages included singing in local church, school, and city wide choirs in Houston, Texas. He was introduced to Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba in 2012 and has been dancing African and Latin dances since 2013. His journey into djing began in Houston in 2019 where he felt a musical void needed to be filled for the local Kizomba community. In 2021 he decided to travel across the country to train his craft with an amazing DJ. Since then, he has moved to Atlanta where he plays for various local events. In 2022, on his second time entering the Onekiz DJ competition, against talented opponents, he came in 1st place! From there, he has continued to train, play, and travel to deliver fun and unique musical experiences across the US to dancers everywhere.
✨BigMeanie✨
from the Bay Area
Like many people, Karl (he/him) began his dance journey in college, he dabbled with ballroom and fell in love with Kompa and Dancehall. Six years ago, Karl took his first Kizomba steps and quickly forgot that other dances exist. Addicted to kizomba music and sharing dances with other passionate Kizombeiros, Karl almost never has a week when he doesn’t dance Kizomba. After years of thinking aboout being a DJ, in 2018, Karl made the leap! Going by the artist name BigMeanie, Karl mixes the lastest Kizomba music at events across the U.S. (Dabbling in Canada now too ). Karl is excited to share his Kizomba stories, knowledge, and music with anyone willing to listen and learn.
Host and TKL Founder:
✨Jessica Marie✨
from the Bay Area
Jessica Marie, PhD (she/her) is the owner and creative director of The Kiz Lab LLC. A Black-Owned and minority led Urban Kiz dance organization located in the Bay Area, CA where they host weekly classes, workshops, and events. She will be the organizer and host of this event.
Massage Therapist:
✨Emerald King✨
Grand risings and welcome to A Kueen’s Touch, where relaxation meets rejuvenation with expert care from Kueen Emerald, your mobile massage specialist. Treat yourself to a blissful escape with our range of services, from chair massages to tailored table work. At the Urban Kiz Intensive Weekend, indulge in massage sessions during the social. A table/chair will be setup for convenient over your clothing sessions. Let Emerald’s healing touch melt away your stress. Choose your focus areas and unwind with deep tissue, Swedish, or reflexology techniques, starting from just $15 for 10 minutes. Elevate your well-being today with A Kueen’s Touch.
Photographer:
✨Kristen Burr✨
from Reno, Nevada
At On An Adventure Photography they strive to make moments lifelong memories. With a passion for storytelling through imagery, they specialize in capturing the raw emotions, vibrant energy, and intricate details that are unique to organized dance events. Years of experience both in photography and dance has honed their ability to anticipate and capture those fleeting, beautiful moments that make each event unique. It is with this experience and a commitment to excellence, that they ensure each event is immortalized through candid shots, authentic emotions, and the subtle beauty often overlooked. Located in Reno, Nevada, check out their work and follow them on Instagram and Facebook by following the Linktree below!
https://linktr.ee/onanadventurephotography
Photographer:
✨Precious Garcia✨
from Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Beyond Experience has been Capturing moments and creating unforgettable memories since March 2023. With over 100 events covered in the past year they specialize in events, photography, multimedia, and augmented reality. Come experience a new world with them!
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Website: TheKizLab.com
Instagram: @TheKizLab
SoundCloud: @TheKizLab
Linktree: @TheKizLab
YouTube: @TheKizLab
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? COVID Policy:
Do not attend if unwell or recently sick.
Attending at your risk; Covid can spread even if vaccinated and masked.
Take care of each other and stay safe.
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No refunds but transfers are accepted.
Event Venue
In The Groove Studios, 580 14th St, Oakland, CA 94612-1443, United States,Oakland, California
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