Beau
Sem is an award-winning choreographer, dance instructor and director
of Groove Nation Hip Hop Dance Academy. Hip Hop Dance has always
played a big part of Beau Sem’s life, being that it was
in the urban streets or Portland and Seattle where he got most
of his training. With over 15 years of hip hop teaching
experience, Beau has become a teacher to the teachers.
His style is "funky fresh" and on the cutting-edge of
hip hop. Those who know Beau within the business, consider him
one of the best that the industry has to offer. Because of his
vision and creative ability, Beau Sem is one of this region's
best hip hop choreographers. His award winning dance school and
choreography has been recognized all over the west coast, nationally
and internationally. From master workshops to private one-on-one
training, his dedication is consistent and above expectation.
Aside
from the dance school, Beau Sem’s also has outstanding gift
for inspiring and motivating people of all ages and is one to
be recognized and admired. As a motivational speaker, he
teaches from his heart and soul. His passion for opening
the eyes of youth regarding their passion and purpose in life,
is especially evident through the energy he brings every time
he speaks. As a place of honor, he was invited to speak
at a press conference joining Miss America 2002, to discuss the
topic abstinence before marriage. He has also been interviewed
by local media to talk about the impact he has had on the Spokane's
youth in the juvenile detention centers.
Developing
Groove Nation Hip Hop Dance Academy, became the first step he
and his wife Rose took bringing these two passions together. Kids
with a heart for hip hop could be a part of something that not
only challenged them physically, but also inspired them to achieve
their own goals and ambitions in life. Today, Groove Nation’s
vision is to become a resource center for the arts, specializing
in urban dance, theatre arts, music and multi-media, developing
kids with a passion into professionals with purpose!
