Class & Program Descriptions
Hip Hop Dance
Discipline: Dance
Class Type: Recreational
A Note about Hip Hop at PURE
Hip Hop is often integrated into Jazz/Hip Hop Combo classes, but the artistic directors at PURE were seeing that there was limited progress being made in both the Jazz and Hip Hop skill development. It was because the time devoted to learning the skills were being split and not enough focus was placed on either style of dance. In order to give students the opportunity to excel in both styles these classes are taught separately. The only exception is the Adult class where the preference of the students is to combine the skills.
Class Title: Hip Hop Beginner
Student Age: Ages 9 to 11
Beginner hip hop focused on musicality, and getting into the groove of the song, and then matching the steps with that timing. We will take special care to perfect the sensation of students being able to isolate their different body parts for sharp, quick and then alternatively flowing and smooth movements.
Class Title: Hip Hop Intermediate
Student Age: Ages 12 to 14
Intermediate hip hop also focuses on musicality, groove, contrasting smooth and sharp movements and isolations just as in beginner hip hop. The skills become harder, the combinations become more challenging, and more expression and attention to detail will be emphasized.
Class Title: Hip Hop Advanced
Student Age: Ages 14 to 18
Designed for dancers who are highly experienced in hip hop and all other types of dance. Advanced Hip Hop classes teach challenging choreography at a fast pace where there is a strong emphasis on performing.
Class Title: Jazz/Hip Hop Adult
Student Age: Ages 19+
Adult Jazz/Hip Hop is a fun, upbeat and exciting class for adults who want to challenge their minds and bodies to work in sync with each other. With a warm inviting instructor, adults will enjoy a dancers stretch and some strengthening, before moving into simple and fun jazz combinations. Some movement across the room will be taught, and choreography will be a focus. The skill level will advance as the instructor assesses the improvement of the class overall. Having fun is always the main goal in this class.