Marie Poppins is a globally recognized dance educator, choreographer, performer, and judge, celebrated for her influential role in the hip hop and street dance community. With over a decade of international teaching experience, she has led masterclasses, workshops, and weekly classes at renowned studios such as Millennium Dance Complex and Movement Lifestyle. Her teaching journey has taken her across the world, from North and South America to Europe, Asia, and Africa, where she has been invited to judge and teach at some of the most prestigious events including Hip Hop International World Finals, World of Dance, Breakin’ Convention, and Hit the Floor.
As a professional dancer and choreographer, Marie has built an impressive portfolio of collaborations with globally acclaimed artists and productions. She has choreographed for Kelly Rowland and Dancing With The Stars, and performed for The Weeknd, Madonna, Justin Bieber, Céline Dion, Snoop Dogg, and The Black Eyed Peas. Her credits also include Vogue World Fashion Show, So You Think You Can Dance, Cirque du Soleil, Coachella, and the Aerosmith Residency Show. She has also contributed to campaigns for YSL Beauty, Nike, Microsoft, and Budweiser Super Bowl, showcasing her versatility across music, television, fashion, and live performance.
Marie’s accomplishments as a dancer have earned her worldwide recognition. She has won international titles at Hip Hop International Las Vegas, Bboy Summit, HipHopSession France, and Soul Sessions Battle Oslo, cementing her reputation as both a fierce competitor and a respected cultural ambassador. As a member of iconic dance companies including Femme Fatale, Style Elements Crew, Culture Shock, and the House of Ninja, she continues to carry forward the legacy and evolution of street dance on the global stage.
In addition to her artistic career, Marie holds a Master’s degree in International Business and is fluent in French, English, and Spanish, allowing her to teach and connect with students across cultures in three languages.
At the heart of her work lies her teaching philosophy: empowering students to be comfortable with who they are, have fun, and explore their own unique artistry. Her classes are filled with passion, energy, and discipline—challenging students to reach their full potential while nurturing their love for street dance, and especially for the art of popping. Marie’s goal is to ensure that every dancer she teaches leaves not only stronger in technique, but also more confident, inspired, and connected to the culture.
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