Hip-Hop
Born in New York City in the 1970s, Hip-Hop dance is an element of Hip-Hop culture. Our classes begin with a community building warm-up, followed by skill building exercises and drills in the center of the room. Students will explore their personal voice through freestyle as well as through a wide range of codified styles, including breaking, popping, and locking. Classes culminate in choreography and a cypher style improvisation.
Intro to Hip-Hop II | Fall Session II
November 8 - December 20, 2025 | Saturdays 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
For students who have taken Intro to Hip-Hop I or who have basic prior experience. This series expands on Hip-Hop fundamentals, exploring freestyle, popping, locking, and grooves while connecting movement to the cultural foundations of Hip-Hop. A supportive, high-energy environment encourages individuality, confidence, and creativity.
- Teaching Artists Dalphe Morantus
Beginner Hip-Hop
View DetailThis class is a great opportunity for students to build on and improve their hip-hop dance skills. Dancers will focus on the fundamentals of freestyle, choreography, and hip-hop culture. This class is for students who have taken the Intro to Hip-Hop Series or have some experience with hip-hop dance.
Based in the style of jazz/funk, this class incorporates syncopated rhythms, isolated body movements, and classic hip-hop and jazz moves. An excellent choice for dancers looking to expand their dance vocabulary in an upbeat environment with a strong focus on improving rhythm, coordination, and musicality.
Suggested Attire:
- Comfortable clothing in which you can easily move
- Jazz shoes, jazz sneakers, or thin socks, no street shoes
Please note:
As this is a popular class, we recommend pre-registering or arriving 30 minutes prior to the start of class for a drop-in.
Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop
Mondays 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Teacher and schedule subject to change. For up-to-the-minute information see the adult class schedule.