About Us

A-KREW developed naturally and organically through passion and community.

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The story starts from my personal desire to be part of an adult hip hop crew .  I had spent many years instructing movement and decided to start my own hip hop class in 2015. It filled up pretty quickly, so we added more classes. After some time, we felt ready to perform on stage and that exposure helped us grow even more. Once the momentum was strong enough, we felt it was time for a home and so we finally opened our studio in 2019.  Since opening our doors we have expanded to offer a whole range of dance and pilates options for all ages.

– Angelina

Meet the krew

Instructors

  • Owner/Artistic Director

    Classes: Hip Hop (All levels), Heels (Beginner/ Intermediate), Competitive Choreography Hip Hop & Heels, PILATES Mat and Therabands ( Body Harmonics Certified) , GROOV3, GROOV3 Global Representative

    Bio: Angelina is a passionate dancer, movement instructor, choreographer and community builder. She has 15 years experience teaching various forms of movement including Hip Hop, Heels, GROOV3, Zumba, Bellyfit & POP Pilates . She is also a fully certified Pilates mat instructor, August 2022 ( Body Harmonics) .

    She became certified as a GROOV3 instructor in May 2019 and introduced this choreography based hip hop dance fitness format to East Coast Canada . Angelina has continued to grow with GROOV3 as a choreographer for the brand and has also recently stepped into the role as a Global Rep ambassador for GROOV3 .

    As the founder of A-KREW, she is most passionate about creating fun, positive, judgment free , supportive & inclusive spaces in which to grow and learn.

  • Classes: GROOV3, GROOV3 Kids, Breaking Instructor in training

    Bio: Yooo where do I begin?..Angie & GROOV3 welcomes everyone together in the most supportive and loving community. Being a GROOV3 student first, and that feeling of pure energy and beautiful vibes is what made me fall in love. It brought so much joy that we would smile for like a whole week after G3 class! I then realized how much I would love to inspire others to have FUN, BE FREE, & just DANCE their hearts out! So I got certified!

    Now for me, the best part as an instructor is seeing people light up and glow, especially when everything all comes together and everyone looks like a bunch of Beyoncé QUEENS!!!-That's my absolute favourite! It's been a beautiful journey and I couldn't be happier.

  • Classes: GROOV3, GROOV3 Kids

    Bio: I didn’t realize my love and passion for dance until it was well into “adulthood” about 6 years ago. I had all the fears going to my first class!

    When Angie brought GROOV3 to the studio I was immediately hooked! I love the format, the DJ mixes, variety, freedom and accessibility. Most of all I love the incredible energy and vibe everyone brings to the classes! All levels, having an absolute blast together while getting in an incredible workout that honestly does not feel like one cause it’s too much fun!”

  • Classes: GROOV3, GROOV3 Beginners

    Bio: Regardless of age or experience, growth is always possible.

    Teaching Groov3 has allowed me to stretch outside my comfort zone, gain new insights about myself and develop greater confidence. I love having the opportunity to share this with the class while doing my favourite thing… DANCING!”

  • Classes: Beginner Hip Hop, Breaking instructor in training

    Bio: Dance has always been an integral part of my life.

    I started dancing 25 years ago in classes for Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, but once I discovered Hip-Hop and A-krew, I never turned back.

    I believe that Hip-Hop teaches strength, courage, passion and determination. Dance has also always brought a sense of freedom and joy for me, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to share this with my students. We're a community that welcomes your excitement to learn with open arms.

    So be you, feel the beat, and just have FUN because that's what dance is all about!

Guest Instructors

  • Classes: Hip Hop

    Bio: Cailey grew up in Kelowna, British Columbia. Inspired by Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake music videos,

    Cailey decided that hiphop and commercial dance would be a part of her future. In high school Cailey loved taking dance classes and became a member of the school dance teams. While living in the Okanagan she taught at numerous dance studios and high schools. She later lived in Vancouver, British Columbia where she frequently trained at Harbour Dance Center and was a part of 24/7 Company for their inaugural season. Throughout her years of training, she has attended numerous Monsters of Hip Hop dance conventions in Seattle, Portland, Atlanta, Chicago and Orlando where she won scholarships to attend classes in Los Angeles. She has been fortunate enough to train at Debbie Reynolds, Edge Performing Arts Center and Millenium Dance Complex in Los Angeles as well as Broadway Dance Center in New York. Cailey moved to Saint John in 2013 and completed her masters at UNB and now enjoys spending time with her husband and two young boys. She is excited to be teaching again and sharing her love of dance with the local Saint John community.

  • Classes: Breaking (Breakdancing)

    Bio: FaithOne began b-boying in 2000 in Hazelton, British Columbia. After graduating from high school in 2002 he moved to Newmarket Ontario where he was introduced to the Toronto breaking scene. A few years later FaithOne decided to venture off to the east coast finding himself in Moncton New Brunswick where he shortly became affiliated with a local rap artist Naylesand becoming a member of Floor Elements Crew. FaithOnebegan competing in the Atlantic breaking scene 2008 where he and his partner B-Boy Method journeyed all over AtlanticCanada competing against dancers far and wide, from 2008 - 2011 the dynamic duo placed Top 3 in almost every battle they entered. Since then FaithOne has spread his reach through dance schools teaching youths, teens, and young adults of all ages all over the Greater Moncton area.

    During his travels in 2008 he was introduced to Karine Duguay, owner of Karma Dance School, and became a member of the faculty. Working with Karma Dance gave him the opportunity to further his passion for dance; also opening up opportunities to perform and take various workshops in Florida and New York. After all the hard work FaithOne wins his 1st competition "Toast And Jam 4" 2012.

    FaithOne has traveled across Atlantic Canada, Ontario, and Calgary competing in crew battles, solo battles, and searching for workshops from some of the most respected names in the hip hop scene. Some of his teachers and influences who've passed their foundation on to him are Lenny Len, Puzzles, Crazy Legs, Y-Not, Poe One, Mr. Wiggles, Frost, Profo Won, Lynx, Crazy Smooth, and Kid Glyde just to name a few. FaithOne continues his thirst for knowledge through documentaries, books, and workshops. While he's perfecting his craft he also invests his time into the community by volunteering with youth programs around Moncton and organizing sessions. In 2014 FaithOne partnered up with The Atlantic Dance Festival working on introducing the urban dance community and strengthening the Moncton and Atlantic breaking scene.

    Currently FaithOne can be found volunteering with youth programs and teaching fundamental breaking classes at various dance schools all over Moncton. Also with the strength of Pascal Ross-Marquette (DJ Metaphyzik) together he hopes to continue to bring hip hop culture and elements into communities to better educate the masses on the importance of the culture and its roots.

The Studio

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Our cozy and vibrant studio is nestled into the heart of Rothesay . Fully renovated in 2019 , it  features beautiful mirrors, air conditioning, new flooring, unique lighting, washroom and gorgeous uplifting Graffiti by local artist Jon Rowe.