Multidisciplinary Training Program
Open Call
UMA – Urban Move Academy is holding its annual audition on May 18 and May 31, 2025, to select young hip hop and/or contemporary dancers interested in joining our multidisciplinary performer training in urban arts and sports.
Applicants must be between 17 and 23 years old at the time of registration.
This two year pre-professional program (full-time or part-time) will begin on September 1, 2025. It includes a rich schedule of multidisciplinary workshops, creative processes, and stage experiences throughout the 2025–2026 academic year.
Audition by invitation only.
Deadline: May 16, 2025
Required Materials:
- CV and photos
- Personal presentation including:
– Your motivation for applying to UMA – Urban Move Academy (30-second video)
– The qualities you believe make you a good fit for the program (30-second video) - Improvisation (minimum 60-second video) and/or a performance or show excerpt (minimum 60-second video)
Find out more about the training program as a multidisciplinary interpreter
Registration form
If you have any questions, feel free to write to us at info@urbanmoveacademy.ch or call us at +41 (0)22 980 99 95. We’ll be happy to help!
Photo : Zoe Salvalai
12.01–16.01.26
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
UMA Vernier
After an exceptional first workshop, Joe Scandrett returns to Urban Move Academy.
Originally from the United Kingdom, Joe Scandrett is a major figure in freerunning and parkour, followed by several million people on Instagram and TikTok. He first gained recognition through his viral videos before working as a stunt performer on Hollywood films such as Wonder Woman 1984 and Been So Long.
Joe is known for his spectacular movements — including pole slides, underbars, and other bold, gravity-defying techniques. His presence on the international parkour scene continues to inspire practitioners worldwide.
Joe will be coming to UMA to share his technique, his experience as a stunt performer, and his unique way of perceiving urban space. Expect three days of immersive parkour practice, combining precision, audacity, and control.
📩 Info: info@urbanmoveacademy.ch
Workshop + Battle Exhibition
30.01 – 31.01.2026
UMA – Vernier
After welcoming the legendary Big Mijo in 2024, UMA once again immerses us in Krump culture, bringing the energy and spirit of this powerful dance born on the streets of Los Angeles to life through an exceptional two-day event taking place on January 30 and 31. On this occasion, Mark Sheats, also known as Brui5er, another iconic figure of Krump, will honor us with his presence. Discover the program!
30.01.2026
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Open workshop (external participants welcome), registration required at info@urbanmoveacademy.ch.
31.01.2026
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM: Intensive workshop open to everyone, free entry.
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM: Meet & Talk with Brui5er.
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Battle Exhibition open to the public, free entry, with Stalamuerte vs Brui5er, Mainevent vs Flipside, Mubulu vs Freezer, and Flash vs Noscript.
You don’t need to be a professional dancer — what matters is your life experience, your desire to move, and your willingness to connect with Brui5er.
For any further information, feel free to contact us at info@urbanmoveacademy.ch or +41 (0)22 980 99 95.
Antigel Festival
UMA Performance
07.02.2026 – 7:00 PM
For its fourth participation in the Antigel Festival, UMA presents Futuroparc, a multidisciplinary creation featuring 20 dancers, traceurs, and skaters, all trained at UMA – Urban Move Academy.
Explosive and immersive, this creation—developed in partnership with the Antigel Festival—explores new artistic forms and celebrates culture where it is least expected.
A must-see!
