In this honest episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s really like to launch something like Fusion University.
We’re talking about the behind-the-scenes challenges, the moments that made us question everything, the heartfelt feedback that lifted us, and the unexpected the not so pretty parts that comes with being “an entity” versus just yourself. (Yup — people treat you differently. We’re going there.)
"We are bearing the burden of making this happen. So we are allowed to define how we want it to go. If we want a higher quality of dances in LA... then we’ve just got to make it happen." - Kalann
And that’s what FU is here to do: filling the gap.
We also chat about:
The unspoken and hidden costs (emotionally, mentally, financially) of running dance socials and classes/practicas that no one warns you about
How being a guest is different when you’ve walked in the shoes of an organizer
What goes into making tough decisions that not everyone sees
Why feedback is gold—but also needs to be framed with curiosity
✨ Want to Help Out?
We LOVE when you ask how to support — here’s how:
We need help finding studio spaces, rec centers in LA (with price, parking,—all the goodies). And if you make us a spreadsheet of venues… we’ll take you out to dinner. Seriously.
Got social media skills? We have a backlog of videos to post!
Want to host a game night, leads or follows night in, or be part of community planning? Let’s talk.
Know where and how to research for grants? Message us, please!
Does connecting people to be able to go to dance through community outreach and/or creating and managing an LA / OC carpool group sound fulfilling? We’d love to have you!
📅 Upcoming August Events:
- Aug. 6 - Open Level Practica (Artesia, CA)
-Aug. 15 - Latin Hustle x Fusion Movement Lab (Watts, CA)-Aug. 17
- Beach Day (Rosie’s Dog Beach, in Long Beach, CA)
Details:
https://www.facebook.com/fusionuniversity/events
https://www.instagram.com/fusionuniversity/reel/DMtkMymvO_d/
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RESOURCES:
• FU (Fusion University) is here! To be the first to know about our classes, practicas, demos, assessments, social community events, and more, sign up for our email newsletter here at https://forms.gle/6GaYzigG1FjVU5vQ6
• 📌 FAQs: We’ve answered the same questions 50+ times about Fusion University (because we love you), but you can check out FAQ here
• Wondering on where to social dance in LA? Stay up-to-date on all the upcoming events in the LA area here: https://bit.ly/Social-Dance-LA
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