Krista Miller
Krista's been working as a professional dancer in the entertainment industry for years. She began her dancing career as a Los Angeles Laker Girl, then went on to work in Commercials, TV and Film. Some of her credits include dancing with Jim Carrey in the film The Mask, the Academy Awards with Debbie Allen, Saved by the Bell, Doogie Howser, North, Cinderella, and many more. She's performed with artists such as Prince, Bare Naked Ladies, Fastball, and Elvis Costello.
Krista's now one of the most sought after Technique instructors around the world, sharing her knowledge and experience globally through her KBM Talent's 'Day of Dance' events. With a ballet background and focus on core strength, Krista's trained and worked with the most elite students in dance. She founded the elite training facility 'The Brea Space' in Orange County California with her husband Cory, a former X-Game athlete.
Krista's Passion for the basic principles of technique have made her unique in the teaching field. While most focus on choreography, Krista stays true to helping students find a better technical balance within their own body. It's her wish for all dancers to have a solid technical foundation that will help them in every style of Dance.
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Trick Tips: "Russians" / Krista Miller
This trick tip is all about learning 'Russians'! Let's stretch out then learn the difference with this jump from the ballet classic (or even the cheerleading version), as we focus in on a powerful jazzy version.
Level: All Welcome
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TRAILER: Technique: "Jazz Walks" / Krista Miller
Trailer for Jazz Walks with Krista.
A technique class, all about that JAZZ WALK. They may look simple, but it's all about attitude and building a walking progression that uses all your technique. It's Jazz Walks, but not without Krista's important legs and jumps.
Level: All Welcome
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Technique: "Jazz Walks" / Krista Miller
This technique class is all about that JAZZ WALK. They may look simple, but it's all about attitude and building a walking progression that uses all your technique. It's Jazz Walks, but not without Krista's important legs and jumps.
Level: All Welcome
Assisted by: Anika Kojima, Bella Klassen,... -
Trick Tips: JetΓ© Leap / Krista Miller
Krista brings us an all new trick tip with the classic jetΓ© leap. She'll start with a great stretching routine and jumping exercise then it's time to work on jump technique. Francesca Reese is assisting and representing all the "lefties" in the house! If you don't have a ballet bar, some people ...
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Trick Tips: "Inside Illusions" / Krista Miller
Krista Miller brings a trick trip classic as she breaks down inside illusions. Joining her, Kaitlyn will show you the correct (and incorrect) motion for that proper magic effect. Practice these as a progression with Kaitlyn and then work them into your improv.
Level: Beg/Int.
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"Valentine's Technique" / Krista Miller
Love is in the air and so is TECHNIQUE! Krista and her Academy assists are doing this intermediate technique class to the sounds of classic love songs. Happy Valentine's Day from your Space.TV family.
Level: Intermediate
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"Beginner Technique" / Krista Miller
Join Krista Miller and her squad of Academy students for series of classic technique exercises. With a class that's all about beginner technique elements, all levels are welcome to join for a great warm up with legs, turns, jump progressions and more!
Level: Beginner
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Technique: "Class Favorites" / Krista Miller
Join Krista Miller and her assistants as they choose their favorite elements from past technique classes! From a quick warm-up, to trick tips, turns, and leaps, come try some class favorites!
Level: All Welcome
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Technique: "Cool Down & Stretch" / Krista Miller
A perfect class to pair with another combo, this cool down and stretch is a great way to get your heart-rate down while maximizing your recovery after taking most combos. And the best part? No equipment needed! Remember that mastering dance is all about practice and repetition, so take one of yo...
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Technique: "Journaling" / Krista Miller
Let's get out those technique journals and identify our goals for the new year! Join Krista and crew as they break down their goals in technicality and musicality, into practical steps. Krista also introduces her words of intention for this year as we consider how to put those in practice through...
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Technique: "New Years Conditioning" / Krista Miller
Krista brought a whole CREW for the first Conditioning Class of the New Year! Whatever your level, you're invited to come back from the holidays and join us for a return to cardio, core and flexibility! We're focusing on our goals for the year ahead, and shooting for stronger bodies and powerful ...
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Trick Tips: "Jumping into 2023" / Krista Miller
Happy New Year! and welcome to our first class of 2023 where Krista and Alexis break down a jump progression from the exclusive Brea Space Winter Intensive! All levels are welcome but go at your own pace as we come stretched and ready to leap into a NEW YEAR of technique, core work, and fun!
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Trick Tips: "Progressions" / Krista Miller
Come to class stretched and warmed up for today's trick tip! Krista breaks down a tough progression of turns and jumps but you can adjust for your own level and go at your own speed. As we round out the year, bring your technique journal and let's reflect on your season of progress with the TheS...
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Krista's Christmas Combo! / Krista Miller
Krista's brought her elves and they're showing off their technique in this combo to our good friend Frankie Moreno's "Need a Little Christmas"! Come to class warmed up and ready to show off a year's worth of technique training with jazz moves, turns and jumps!
Level: All Welcome
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Trick Tips: "Stag Leap" / Krista Miller
We're bringing our technique journals and our reindeer antlers for this trick tip class that's all about getting ready for the holidays!
Krista is breaking down the stag jump with Alexandra and Emma so we can look like a reindeer for Santa's sleigh! All levels are welcome as Krista talks throug... -
Technique: "Post-Thanksgiving Conditioning" / Krista Miller
Back from our holiday, Krista and team Launch are working off all the Thanksgiving goodies with a conditioning workout! Starting with a warm up, let's work through cardio, arms, legs, and of course, our cores. Each section will be led by a different Launch dancer as we bring our technique journ...
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Technique: "Academy Combo" / Krista Miller
The Brea Space's Academy students make their first appearance on The Space TV! Join Krista and Academy 2022 with a warm up and work on new progressions. The Academy also has their technique journals handy so they can come back to share their improvements over the year!
Level: Beg/Int.
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Technique: "Warm Up 3" / Krista Miller
We often underestimate the importance of being warmed up! Whether you're a teacher or a student, this warm up class is great for taking before other classes and trick tips on TheSpace.TV
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Halloween Technique Training / Krista Miller π
Happy Halloween! Bring your best costume to this fun, technique training class. Let's work on our legs and jumps in a classic progression class with a Halloween twist. Can we maintain our technique while in costume? Let's find out... and have a HAPPY HALLOWEEN! ππ»
Level: Int/Adv.
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Halloween Month "Trick Tip Turn Challenge" / Krista Miller ππ»
Krista's kicking off her annual Halloween TURN CHALLENGE! For all of October, you can post a video of yourself on Instagram doing one of Kristaβs turn options. Just remember to wear your Halloween costume, tag @thespacetv, and #TreatsForTechnique. Contest ends October 31, 2022
Level: Int/Adv.
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Trick Tips: "Turns 4 Treats: Two" / Krista Miller
Another chance to earn that candy as we work on some more left turns with Jenna Sousa and Krista Miller! Don't forget to note your success in your technique journal and reward yourself for consistency and control. Mistakes are always welcome though as we all aim to learn and grow!
Level: All Wel... -
Trick Tips: "Turns for Treats" / Krista Miller
The first in a 4 class series for Halloween! Let's start it off with TURNS FOR TREATS!
We work on our left side all year long, but for this Halloween infused series, Krista challenges us to work on our turns. Join Autumn and Maddie as they push for consistency and focus on placement and balan... -
3 Class Series - Krista Miller / Derrick Schrader / Chase Benz
This 3-Class Workout is a full day of dancing, just like our Academy and Launch students do at the Brea Space. Warm Up with Krista to get loose for two combos! First up is Derrick Schrader's dynamic Jazz routine. Then follow it up with Chase Benz tour style performance! These classes range in co...
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Trick Tips: "6 Step Basics" / Krista Miller
Today's Trick Tips are all about the 6-Step! For this class, let's practice our 6-Step and add in a turn that challenges. It's an old school turn, but an essential one for training technique. This trick tip dives in to the key word from our technique journals: "Traveling"
LEVEL: All Welcome
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