Flow First

Founded by Shadow Puppetz co-founder Tatiana “Tanya” Armendariz in 2021, Flow First is a collective dedicated to building the waving community in Chicago through educational opportunities and events.

They host regular sessions and workshops, and have brought renowned waving artists such as Scotty “Distortion” Migz, Tommy Von Flowington, Damon Frost, Jesse Sykez, and Alexandra Filippidou to Chicago to teach and perform.

For the latest schedule of their sessions, workshops, and events, visit our events calendar or follow them on Instagram.

Gridlock

Co-founded by Lani “LaniLocks” Anderson, Marida Ianni-Ravn, Steve “Bearly Normal” Discont, and Shadow Puppetz members Alex “Prototype” Malblanc and Kevin Yu, Gridlock is a new initiative in Chicago dedicated to reviving the locking community.

They host a free class and session each month, along with various other events. To see their latest schedule, visit our events calendar or follow them on Instagram.

Popping Class with Tea-Buggz

Dovetail Studios

2853 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Wednesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 PM & Saturdays, 12 - 1 PM

$18 Entry

Sign up online for popping dance classes with Chicago OG Tea-Buggz. All levels welcome.

Midwest Popping Insights

Check out our interview series “Midwest Popping Insights” for historical lessons and personal anecdotes about the dance and culture from various OGs and prominent dancers in the Midwest popping scene.