Hip Hop

HIP HOP DANCE and music is a constantly evolving culture. It contains aspects of dance created in the 1970’s such as popping, locking, and breaking as well as influences from traditional African dance. Newer aspects such as tutting and krumping have developed from the original movements of the 1970’s; all are considered to be street dance. Hip-hop is often high energy and performed with an individual style. Part of hip-hop’s evolution is that it is now being taught in studios around the world

Beginning Hip Hop: Beginning 45 minute high energy class that introduces foundational hip hop skills and concepts such as isolations, weight placement, and dynamics. Dancers will work on coordination and rhythm. Hip hop dancers will work on steps and phrases that travel across the floor as well as center floor exercises.

Intermediate Hip Hop:  This 45 minute high energy class is designed for experienced dancers that demonstrate an intermediate skill level in hip hop technique. In this class dancers will be challenged with rhythmic sequences and choreography. Dancers are encouraged to focus on performance quality in choreography.

Advanced Hip Hop (Teacher recommendation): This fast paced class is for upper intermediate and advanced hip hop dancers. Dancers are expected to have an understanding of foundational hip hop skills, concepts and technique. In this level dancers will be exploring performance quality and personal artistry.