Austin Twaits, born in Tucson, AZ, is an accomplished dancer and choreographer with a diverse background in various dance styles. His training began with Danswest Dance Company in styles such as ballet, tap, and hip hop. By thirteen, he had the honor of performing in The Nutcracker with the Moscow Ballet. His early career also included notable performances for National Tap Day in Sounds of the Soles of the Southwest and at the U of A Jazz Showcase, where he performed for five consecutive years.

At just ten years old, Austin joined The Human Project, performing at notable venues like Grand Canyon University and ASU and competing in freestyle battles like Vendetta. After graduating from Danswest Dance Company in 2010, he transitioned to Fluxx Dance in 2011, where he danced and choreographed. Fluxx Dance became a key player in Tucson’s arts scene, performing at venues like Hotel Congress and Tucson Art Gallery. Austin has also danced backup for local artists like Chezale and Anton Smith.

In 2012 Austin became an instructor at Danswest Dance Studio. His expertise in choreographing hip hop has earned him numerous awards, including judges’ and entertainment awards. His work has been featured at halftime shows for the Phoenix Suns, U of A Men’s Basketball games, and was showcased at the U of A Jazz Showcase in 2019.

With extensive experience and valuable connections with local studios, schools, and dancers, Austin has made significant contributions to the dance community. Notable achievements include choreographing for Salpointe Catholic High School and leading a masterclass for the teen division at El Rio Health. Currently, he is an integral member of DNAA Productions, where he dances and choreographs, helping to enrich Tucson’s vibrant arts scene. Austin believes in creating a fun and creative atmosphere while teaching the fundamentals, technique, movement execution, and performance skills needed to portray a story through hip-hop movement and loves to share his knowledge and experience with his students