Erik Jaimes, a 21-year-old dancer and choreographer from San Diego, has dedicated nearly a decade to his craft. He was inspired to dance in his teens but began exploring the intricacies of choreographing in college. During his time receiving his Bachelors of Arts in Dance at CSU Fullerton, he refined his artistry and skills under the mentorship of esteemed professors. He also worked with artist such as Brad Beakes, Jamila Glass, Yoshito Sakaruba, & Sadie Weinberg. Their guidance further inspired him to pursue choreography in new forms that push boundaries. Some of his notable highlights include the 2023 DUMBO Dance Festival in New York, where he performed "Lavanertia" by CSUF alumni Sophia Bernardo & Leila Massoudi. Most recently, Erik's piece "Temiqui" garnered Gala recognition at the 2024 ACDA Baja Conference.