Kid's Dance Classes

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DANCE STYLE HISTORY

Breaking is considered the original dance of Hip Hop. It is commonly referred to as B-Boying or B-Girling and NOT breakdance/breakdancing (commerical term) and originates from the Bronx, New York City by African and Latino youth. Elements of Breaking may be seen dating back further than the 1970s but developed as a street dance in the 70s.

CLASS FOCUS

These classes are for dancers 6 and older. This art form is commonly broken down of Top Rock, Go Downs/Entrances, Footwork, Transitions, Freezes and Power Moves. The Breaking classes focus on understanding the style and mechanics of all these elements.

SIGNATURE MOVES

Learn to Windmill, Swipe, Charlie Rock, and Chair Freeze!

Instructors

Siah, Frescy, Jesse, Eli

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DANCE STYLE HISTORY

Hip Hop was born in the Bronx in the late 1960’s, early 1970’s. There are many versions of the early history but it is generally agreed upon that the culture was in existence before the name Hip Hop was coined by Afrikaa Bambatta, one of the leaders of the Black Spades - a gang that ran the south Bronx. Afrikaa Bambata (known also as Bam) organized the ZULU NATION - based on the ideas of Peace, Love, Respect, Unity, Knowledge and Having Fun, and he tied the Zulu Nation to the emerging urban culture which he later named Hip Hop.

CLASS FOCUS

These classes are for dancers aged 6 and older. Even though the traditional dance of Hip Hop is breaking, this class will explore the more recent expressions of Hip Hop dance.

SIGNATURE MOVES

Learn the Hip Hop party dances of the 80′s and 90′s including the Alf, Bart Simpson, Biz Markie, and James Brown, as well choreography, across the floor, and the latest dance moves.

Instructors

 Eli, Ryan I, Chanel, Myla, Frescy, Veronika, Kim, Katherine

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DANCE STYLE HISTORY

Hip Hop was born in the Bronx in the late 1960’s, early 1970’s. There are many versions of the early history but it is generally agreed upon that the culture was in existence before the name Hip Hop was coined by Afrikaa Bambatta, one of the leaders of the Black Spades - a gang that ran the south Bronx. Afrikaa Bambata (known also as Bam) organized the ZULU NATION - based on the ideas of Peace, Love, Respect, Unity, Knowledge and Having Fun, and he tied the Zulu Nation to the emerging urban culture which he later named Hip Hop.

CLASS FOCUS

All preschool and kids Hip Hop classes (Ages 3 and 4/5)  focus on developing the building blocks of understanding their bodies and how their bodies move. The movements and various Hip Hop techniques learned in these classes will develop strength, coordination, groove, musicality and self expression.Developing a strong foundation in movement and musicality will help your child build their confidence, skills and techniques as they grow in age and progress in the dance programs. All classes use age appropriate Hip Hop music as well as funk, soul, house, and R&B!

SIGNATURE MOVES

Learn the Hip Hop party dances of the 80′s and 90′s including the Alf, Bart Simpson, Biz Markie, and James Brown, as well choreography, across the floor, and the latest dance moves.

Instructors

Delia, Veronika, Katherine

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DANCE STYLE HISTORY

This class combines both Hip Hop and Breaking techniques that span from the early 1980's all the way up to the dances of today!

Students will spend time diving into both worlds

CLASS FOCUS

These classes are for dancers aged 6 and older. Classes will explore both Breaking and Hip Hop within the semester. Teachers will do this in a combination of mixing it up in individual classes or groups of classes.

A great way to learn about each style and to get a foundation in both!

SIGNATURE MOVES

Dancers will learn both basic Breaking and basic Hip Hop at age appropriate levels

Instructors

Ryan I, Myla