Hip-hop Dance (Gr 4-6) – NY

Hip-hop Dance (Gr 4-6)

Students from the Bronx Charter School for Excellence perform at Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation. New York, NY 5/30/2012, 1:18:04 PM photo by Joe Epstein/JoeEpsteinPhotography.com

Hip Hop by Alvin Ailey is an Ailey Arts In Education residency and will be taught by an Ailey Arts In Education Teaching Artist.

Hip hop dance evolved alongside hip-hop music and culture and has grown out of a street dance culture to be one of the most dynamic and popular dance styles for dancers of all ages. The cultural movement of Hip hop represents freedom, growth, and evolution.
Classes begin with a warm-up which includes stretches, isolations, and core strengthening. Students are encouraged to create their own moves, producing an individual style through improvisation and mock-battle choreography. Known for high energy, attitude, and versatility, hip hop dance includes – popping, locking, breaking, spins, freezes, and more – will keep students’ spirits high and their blood pumping!

Day: Fridays
Time: 3:35-5pm
Cost (Spring Semester): $1,050 for 14 classes and an additional Performance day.
Dates: Feb 7th to Jun 6th, Except School Closed Days Marked on Calendar