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By way of Miami, Rudy Garcia, is a choreographer, performer and professional dancer trained in a vast spectrum of dance styles including Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Jazz Funk, Afro-Caribbean, & Partnering. You can see him in television series like Premios, La Voz Kids, La Banda, Mira Quien Baila and most recently, Netflix’s hit Dance 100. Rudy has performed with a variety of hit artists such as Joe Jonas, Liam Payne, JBalvin, Ally Brooke, Daddy Yankee, Maluma and Todrick Hall. Since starting his journey as a choreographer, Garcia has had the privilege to choreograph for the Miami Heat Dancers, Marlins Mermaids, American Dance Alliance and Telemundo. Assistant Choreography credits includes JBalvin, IYLA, Todrick Hall, Frankie Zulferino and more. Residing in Los Angeles, Rudy is an instructor for Naughty Girl Fitness, Eighty Eight Dance Studios and Judge for newest dance competition Shake the Ground. Garcia is a graduate from New World School of the Arts where he received a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts. He loves the creative process, is always full out and is a proud dog dad.

Caoife Coleman is the Co-Owner of the renowned Eighty Eight Studios in Los Angeles, California. With nearly 20 years of experience as a professional dancer, she brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to her students. Her goal is to shape the new generation of dancers for the competitive dance world while infusing her classes with fun, kindness, and compassion. Caoife began dancing at the age of 10 and graduated from Laine Theatre Arts London in 2007. Her first major break came in 2008 when she was the runner-up on the dance competition TV show "Dirty Dancing: Time of Your Life" on Living TV in the UK.
Since then, Caoife has danced for some of the biggest artists and TV shows globally, including The Grammy Awards, The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent, The Voice, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, America's Got Talent, Dua Lipa, Sean Paul, The Jonas Brothers, Meghan Trainor, Nicole Scherzinger, will.i.am, Rita Ora, Little Mix, Robin Thicke, Kylie Minogue, 2 Chainz, James Arthur, One Direction, Jessie J, Olly Murs, Take That, and many more. In addition to touring and performing, Caoife has starred in commercials and several music videos, including "What a Man Gotta Do" by The Jonas Brothers. One of her greatest roles was appearing alongside Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and Zendaya in the blockbuster film The Greatest Showman as one of the albino twin principle characters. Caoife has had the privilege of working with some of the industry's most prestigious choreographers and directors, such as Brian Friedman, JaQuel Knight, Ashley Wallen, and Michael Gracey. Currently, Caoife focuses on artist development, teaching performance skills for stage, TV, and videos. Her extensive experience working closely with the industry's finest has equipped her to become a skilled movement coach/ choreographer and creative director for emerging artists in Los Angeles, while also teaching at and running one of the world's leading dance studios, Eighty Eight Studios.

A native of Maryland/DC and spent his childhood surrounded by music, dance and most importantly rhythm. Tapping since the age of 3, taught by his mom & dance instructor Gracie, he graduated from Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, with a BA degree in Dance, majoring in Ballet and Jazz. He has toured with the international percussion sensation STOMP traveling the US, Canada and Brazil. Recently finished his 3rd tour in Dein Perry’s off-Broadway show Tap Dogs across the world including Germany, Poland, and China. He was a main stage singer/dancer as well as dance captain for Disney Cruise Lines, Paramount's Kings Dominion, Pittsburgh Playhouse Dance Company, and Busch Gardens Theme Park Williamsburg, VA. Justin also has worked as assistant choreographer to Karma Camp on Disney Cruise Lines for the show “Twice Charmed” an original twist on the Cinderella story directed by Joe Calarco. Justin also writes and produces his own music with 2 albums and several singles available on iTunes. Currently Justin travels nationwide and internationally to conduct Tap workshops, Contemporary Jazz technique, and body percussion workshops. He is proud to have been a co-founder & director of The JaM Project & The JaM Youth Project in DC. Recently Justin was asked back for the 2nd time to set choreography at Point Park University building a brand new composition work he called “Undertones”. Justin now specializes in live musical performances, setting choreography/compositions nationally, teaching workshops for dance studios and conventions, and producing music for various artists.

Nicholas Gilligan is a renowned British-born professional dancer and the visionary co-owner of Eighty Eight Studios, LA's newest premier dance studio, which opened its doors on June 14, 2021, in the bustling NoHo Arts District of Los Angeles. Nicholas's passion for dance ignited at the age of five. By thirteen, he secured a full scholarship to the illustrious Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London's Barbican, where he refined his skills across a spectrum of dance styles including
jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, breaking, Latin, and ballroom. His stellar career features performances with global icons such as Whitney Houston, RUN DMC, Dua Lipa, Miguel, PINK, Will.i.am, Rita Ora, Gwen Stefani, Ellie Goulding, One Direction, Taylor Swift, and Ariana Grande. Nicholas's remarkable talent has been showcased at prestigious events like the Grammy Awards and on platforms like MTV. In London’s West End, he has dazzled audiences in acclaimed productions such as "Dirty Dancing" and "Flashdance." Nicholas’s versatility extends beyond live performances. He has appeared in
high-profile commercials for Gucci, Uber, H&R Block, and Guinness. Nicholas can also be see. Flexing his acting muscles in Netflix smash hits including RuPaul’s "AJ & The Queen" and Adam Sandler’s "Sandy Wexler." In addition to his dance career, Nicholas is a passionate photographer. When not dancing or managing his studio, he captures stunning images of models, actors, dancers, and influencers such as Aston Merrygold, Luke Baines, HRVY, and Alex Kinsey. His photographic work has been featured in esteemed publications like Billboard
Magazine, Just Jared, FRUK Magazine, and Metro.
At Eighty Eight Studios, Nicholas leads three weekly classes where his dynamic
energy, creativity, and unwavering dedication to his students create an
unparalleled learning experience. His unique blend of style, personality, and
positive outlook cultivates an environment where students can thrive and
achieve their highest potential. Follow Nicholas on Instagram: @nickgilligan, @nickgilliganphoto, and @eightyeightstudiosla

A native New Yorker from the Bronx, Maleek Washington is a performer, choreographer, and teaching artist. Maleek began his dance training at Harlem School of the Arts, Broadway Dance Center, and LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts, and attended The Boston Conservatory on a full scholarship before beginning his professional career with CityDance Ensemble (Washington DC). Upon his return to New York City, Maleek collaborated with McArthur Genius awardee Kyle Abraham and his company Abraham.In.Motion for four seasons before becoming the first African-American male to perform in the critically acclaimed immersive show Punch Drunk’s Sleep No More. Maleek has choreographed for rap legend Nas’ 2022 “Big Nas MasterClass” commercial and video and also performed for musical sensations, such as Sia, Phish & Rihanna.

Maleek was part of NBC's Jesus Christ Superstar Live and performed with Camille A. Brown and Dancers in the 2018 Ted Talk Conference in Vancouver. Maleek has been a member of Camille A. Brown and dancers for 5 seasons having the opportunity to work on shows like the Grammy-winning Porgy and Bess of the Metropolitan Opera as an assistant choreographer, Spike Lee's Mont Blanc Commercial as assistant choreographer, and Camille’s Alvin Ailey piece entitled City of Rain. Maleek was recently the assistant choreographer to Camille A. Brown at the Metropolitan Opera for her directorial debut for "Fire shut up In my bones," which made history for being the first Opera composed by Terrance Blanchard, an African American man.

Maleek’s performance talent has been recognized nationally at prestigious venues, such as The White House, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Jacob’s Pillow, The Joyce Theater, and The Apollo Theater. With multidisciplinary, experiential performance works that investigate the people, practices, and spaces shaping Washington’s Black identity, Maleek is proud to have been commissioned by renowned presenting organizations, such as New York Live Arts/Fresh Tracks Program, Gibney, Movement Research at Judson Church, and Pepatian/BAAD! and internationally in Australia, Jordan, Mexico, and Sweden. In addition to his performance and choreographic career, Maleek is a sought after national and international teaching artist at Broadway Dance Center, MOVE|NYC|, Joffrey Ballet School, LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts, and Brent Street in Australia; Maleek was a guest choreographer and adjunct professor at University School of the Arts for fall 2019 and Bard University 2020.

Maleek is honored to be a 2022 Princess Grace Award Winner in Choreography, 2021 Bessie nominee as an emerging choreographer, and to have co-curated the 2019 Bronx APAP dance festival at Hostos.

I am originally from Pennsylvania, but moved to Southern California to pursue my professional career in dance. I gained my bachelors degree in biology from Concordia University Irvine, while continuing my training for dance in Los Angeles. I am trained in all styles but really enjoy jazz funk and contemporary the most. Some of my favorite jobs since moving here have been the Spring Season 2022 Campaign for Valentino X Zendaya, Miley Cyrus "River" music video, Pink "Trustfall" music video, Grammy's X Harry Styles 2023, Dua Lipa "Training Season" music video, and So You Think You Can Dance. I have also choreographed many competition routines that have achieved numerous awards at conventions and competitions. I really enjoy teaching and training the next generation of dancers that want to transition to the professional world. I want to inspire dancers to stay unique and stay true to themselves.