about tds

工作室简介以及导师介绍

Introduction of the studio and instructors

Welcome to TDS, your premier destination for authentic hip-hop culture and dance education. With a unique blend of Old School and New School styles, TDS is the ultimate professional hip-hop studio where dance enthusiasts can explore, learn, and excel.

Our dedication to preserving and promoting hip-hop culture extends worldwide, featuring classes and competitions that bring together the most talented dancers from both domestic and international backgrounds.

TDS stands as Seattle's exclusive dance studio accredited by the Chinese Dancers Association and the Executive Committee of Chinese Street Dance. We've introduced a rigorous grading system for our competitions, offering training and mentorship to our most promising participants.

At TDS, you'll benefit from the expertise of our senior and intermediate teachers from the Chinese Dancers Association, as well as grade examiners of CSDA. We're proud to be the pioneers in producing tutorial videos for professional street dance examinations in China.

Our international partnerships extend to Japan, where we enjoy a longstanding collaboration with Dance Delight, providing our students with the unique opportunity to witness live shows on-site. As the founding company behind more than 200 global dance events each year, TDS ensures you stay at the forefront of the hip-hop scene.

For those seeking to experience the thrill of "Street Dance of China," TDS annually arranges special viewing opportunities for our students, alongside exclusive classes with some of the industry's most renowned dancers.

TDS has also forged collaborations with two esteemed entertainment companies in South Korea, allowing students to immerse themselves in the world of idol training and gain firsthand insight into the life of a Korean trainee.

Our studio boasts an array of globally recognized official certifications, including street dance grading certification, dance teacher certification, and street dance examiner certification.

At TDS, we extend a warm welcome to all those passionate about dance. Join us on this thrilling journey through the world of hip-hop and let your passion for dance come alive!

Tina

创始人 & 导师

Founder & instructor

Nike signed Artist Model

Founder of Golden Dragon Dance School in Los Angeles

National Second-class athlete

2011 First Prize in Shandong Provincial Dance Competition

2007 China Unicom Image Ambassador

2006 National Latin Dance Silver Medal

CSDA (China Street Dance Association) Popular hip-hop examination examiner

2010 Third Prize in CCTV Dance Competition

Tina

Mingqi

震感舞导师

Popping

instructor

14 + years of Dance experience

Style of Popping, Boogalo, Animation

BUAA New Beat Crew member

Beijing street dance battle top 64

Daryna

编舞/自由式街舞导师

Choreo/hip-hop instructor

1st place in the Figure Skating Championships of Ukraine in 2013

Received the title of "Master of Sports Candidate" a year later

Started teaching at the age of 16 in the largest dance studio in Dnipro, Ukraine, "Talent Center DDC"

Some of her students from that time are now successful teachers at the same studio

Participated in various International and Ukrainian festivals, including "Hip-Hop International," "LKS," "Feel the Beat," and "The Challenge"

Established her own Hip-Hop group, "Inflame Crew"

Featured in television projects such as "DANCE" and "UKRAINE GOT TALENT"

Invited to participate in WORLD OF DANCE WARSAW, one of the world's largest dance shows

Darina

SIMONE

韩团舞导师

Kpop instructor

5 years of experience in Kpop and hip hop

3 years of Kpop Dance Cover Experience

Former president of Roosevelt High School Kpop Club

Former member of Roosevelt High School Hip Hop team

51

爵士/自由式街舞导师

Jazz Funk/Hip-Hop instructor

Represented UW StepUp Crew in significant event performances

Two years of dancing experience in Jazz, Choreography, K-pop, and Hip-Pop

Sixth Prize in National Latin Dance

Second prize in the Zhejiang aerobics competition

Participated in significant provincial and municipal event performances

LEXI

k-POP 导师

k-POP instructor

Vice President in SAVANA Dance Crew

5 Years of experience in K-POP

3 Years of dance cover experience

Experienced in Jazz, Hip-Hop, Choreography and Locking.

Louis

ZONYA

韩舞导师

KPOP instructor

Attended Oregon Ballet Theatre, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Kirov Academy of Ballet as a scholarship student

Performed at Dance Open’s Ballet Gala in Russia in 2019

Won 3rd place in Seattle’s Youth America Grand Prix Ballet Competition in 2020

Experienced in Modern, Jazz, Contemporary, and Choreography

3 years of experience in Hip Hop and K-pop Dance

Course tutor for Reed College's Dance Department

President of Reed's K-Pop Dance Club

TANY

中国舞导师

CHINESE DANCE instructor

10+ Years of Experience in Chinese Dance

Former Member of Minzu University of China Student Dance Association

First Prize in Beijing College Student Dance Competition

Platinum Award and Judge’s Choice in Taoli World Dance Competition Winter Final

Teaching Experience in Chinese Classical Dance and Chinese Folk Dance

Jessica

锁舞导师

Locking instructor

Leader/Organizer of the "LZB" Locking Community

Member/Choreographer of the Seattle “Zenfunk” Crew

Dance Battle Achievements:

2023 “Breaking Quarantine” Portland Locking 7 to smoke Battle - 2nd Place
2023 For The Love of Funk Vancouver 2vs2 Locking Battle - Top 4
2023 Boogie Bus Vancouver 1vs1 Locking Battle - Top 16
2023 Vancouver Street Dance Festival Locking Battle - Top 8
2023 HHSA 2vs2 All Style Battle - Top 4
2022 "Matter of Movement" 2vs2 All Style Battle - Top 8

Training Experiences:

Participated in private training sessions with Locking OGs like Scoo B Doo and Tony Gogo.
Received extensive training in South Korea from revered locking dancers, including Locker Zee, Locking Neal, Locker Hwa, and Locking Khan.
Attended intensive training sessions from esteemed Chinese Lockers such as Tt and Flower Boogie.

RETTY

普拉提导师

PILATES instructor

Certified Pilates Instructor
U.S. Federal Licensed Massage Therapist
TRX Suspension Training Coach
Prenatal & Postnatal Exercise Specialist
National Class II Athlete (China)
Specialization: Mat and Reformer Pilates, Prenatal/Postnatal Pilates, Body Conditioning, Functional Recovery,TRX
Fluent in Mandarin and English, Retty blends Pilates movement, sports discipline, and therapeutic knowledge to help clients of all levels improve strength, alignment, and confidence.