Hip Hop

Ages 9 & up

Ages 7-8, may study Hip Hop with one full year of prior Ballet and Jazz experience.

Program At-A-Glance

Hip Hop music and dancing permeates our culture and has a unique and unmistakable style.  Don’t miss out on the challenge and fun while learning cutting edge choreography with all the latest moves.

Class Options

2025-2026 Season:

Program Faculty

Samantha Gut

Dance Teacher

Samantha Gut

Dance Teacher

Melinda Civitella

Associate Artistic Director

Melinda Civitella

Associate Artistic Director

Liz Camera

Dance Teacher

Liz Camera

Dance Teacher

Megan Campisi

Dance Teacher

Megan Campisi

Dance Teacher

Frequently Asked Questions

Hip hop classes are available for dancers ages 9 and up, with options for beginners through advanced levels. Dancers age 7-8 are invited to take Beginner Ballet & Jazz/Hip Hop.

Nope! Our hip hop classes are open to dancers of all experience levels. Whether you’re just starting or looking to level up your skills, we have a class that fits.

Dancers in hip hop class will develop:

  • Musicality and rhythm

  • Freestyle skills and confidence

  • Hip hop choreography and technique

  • Coordination and body control

  • Personal style and stage presence

Each class features a mix of warm-ups, drills, choreography, and time to explore freestyle movement.

Students may wear leotard and tights and/or a t-shirt and dance/athletic pants or shorts. Class-only sneakers are needed for this class that are only worn inside the studio.

Yes! Hip Hop dancers have the exciting option to participate in our annual June recital. It’s a fun and confidence-building experience, but completely optional. Costumes are ordered in December, and recital tickets go on sale in May. Whether or not your child performs, they’ll still enjoy a full season of joyful movement and learning.

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