Ceech Hsu
Dance CoachHelping you channel your full potential
Hi, I’m Ceech! If you need some rhythm, ask me and I’ll lend you some. I’ve helped thousands in their dance journey, and I guarantee that I can help you too.
My Story
I started taking dance seriously after graduating from the University of California at Berkeley. My only source hip hop dance moves were from renting K-Pop VHS video tapes. In retrospect, I believe the lack of resources was what propelled my passion for dance.
Gary Kendell (Jabbawockeez, Mindtricks, Culture Shock, Jugheads) was my first dance mentor. My life changed immediately after I saw Gary dance. My passion for learning this art form grew exponentially because of Gary.
Pop’in Pete and Skeeter Rabbit of the Electric Boogaloos were the second biggest influence of my dance journey. I feel so blessed to have been able to learn directly from these two dance pioneers and to be able to call them my big brothers.
I have met so many other talented dancers/teachers along my dance journey, but the Jabbawockeez Family and the Electric Boogaloos Family are two giant pillars of my dance foundation. I want to invite you to come and share this culture with me.
My Values & Beliefs
Foster A Nurturing Environment
We should not think of nurturing and fostering as something that is only for children. It is also important for adults to have a nurturing environment to foster their learning.
Nurturing an environment means providing opportunities for learning, recognizing the value of others, and encouraging risk-taking. Students are encouraged to fail forward.
I believe this is one of the reasons why my classes are successful.
Integrity
Integrity is a word that most people would use to describe themselves and their work. It means being honest and not lying, but also being reliable and doing what you say you are going to do.
I’ve always been someone who strives for integrity in my work because it’s the only way I know how to be. I don’t want to disappoint anyone, so I try my hardest to do everything that I say I will do.
Positive Mental Attitude
I value a positive mental attitude because it is the key to success.
I understand that life can be difficult and that it may be hard to see the good in the negative. But, I am a strong believer in the power of positivity. With a positive attitude, anything is achievable.
My Approach
Dance is a skill that can be mastered by anyone. Learning dance is like learning martial art. We start with the basic fundamentals. In martial art, students all begin as white belts.
As we progress, we will build upon the skills previously taught. My goal is keep this learning process fun and enjoyable for you as my student while you practice the drills that I have prescribed. Your body will innately perform these dance moves because they will be in your muscle memory.
My approach is simple, logical, and effective. You will have fun learning with me because I always have fun teaching.
Teaching Experiences
Community Colleges
- Mission College, Santa Clara, CA
- West Valley College, Saratog, CA
- Cabrillo College, Aptos, CA
- Gavilan College, Gilroy, CA
Corporate Companies
- Google, Mountain View, CA.
- LinkedIn, Mountain View, CA.
- Xilinx, Campbell, CA.