The evolution of hip hop dance mirrors the musical journey of the genre. Emerging from the funk and disco era of the 1970s, hip hop dance culture is defined by its freedom and lack of rigid rules. This liberating nature makes hip hop a fantastic stress reliever and, paradoxically, can enhance concentration – a valuable asset for academic success. Hip hop dance lessons are not only incredibly fun and exciting but also promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
- A dance style deeply rooted in Hip Hop culture.
- Classes encompass diverse hip hop styles such as locking, popping, and breaking.
Hip Hop Progression Levels:
- Hip Hop L1: Open to everyone, no prior experience necessary.
- Hip Hop L1B: For students who have completed Hip Hop L1 or have previous hip hop training.
- Hip Hop L2: Requires completion of Hip Hop L1B or equivalent hip hop training.
- Hip Hop L3: Designed for dancers who have successfully completed Hip Hop L2 or possess significant hip hop experience.
Lyrical: Dance with Emotion
Lyrical dance is a beautiful fusion of ballet and jazz techniques. Students interested in lyrical should ideally have some foundational ballet training. The core of lyrical dance is expressing the emotions and narrative of music through fluid, graceful movements that directly interpret the song. Dancers develop flexibility, strength, and balance through creative exercises and expressive choreography.
- A blend of jazz and ballet techniques. Classes include warm-ups, across-the-floor work, and choreography.
- Learn to communicate stories and emotions through movement.
- Develop strength, flexibility, and self-assurance.
Lyrical Progression Levels:
- Lyrical L1: Beginners are welcome, no prior experience required.
- Lyrical L1B: Suited for those who have completed Lyrical L1 or have prior lyrical training.
- Lyrical 2: Requires completion of Lyrical L1B or equivalent training.
Contemporary: Express Yourself Through Movement
Contemporary dance is designed to cultivate the mind, body, and spirit, empowering dancers to become expressive communicators through movement. Closely related to modern dance, contemporary evolved from a melting pot of dance styles and cultural influences. Structured technical exercises build strength, coordination, and flexibility. Dancers are immersed in a creative environment that encourages abstract movements, similar to those seen on shows like “So You Think You Can Dance.”
- A fusion of jazz, lyrical, and ballet elements.
- Classes incorporate warm-ups, across-the-floor exercises, and choreography.
- Learn to tell stories and convey emotions using movement.
- Enhance strength, flexibility, and confidence through contemporary dance.
Contemporary Progression Levels:
- Contemporary L1: Perfect for beginners with no prior dance experience.
- Contemporary L2: Designed for students who have completed L1 or have prior contemporary training.
Musical Theater: The Triple Threat Experience
Musical Theatre is a signature program at Fancy Feet Dance Studio Bronx, providing students with an exceptional and comprehensive performance experience. Led by passionate and specialized instructors, students receive training in singing, dancing, and acting – the three essential disciplines of musical theatre. This immersive program awakens each student’s unique creativity, artistic talents, and personal strengths. It fosters confidence, passion, and a strong ensemble spirit within the class. Students develop their skills through technical classes and engaging performance repertoire, culminating in performances in our annual musical production and year-end recital. All Musical Theater students perform one routine per class in our annual spring recital.
- Participate in fully costumed performances.
- Develop language and articulation skills through singing and acting.
- Enhance musicality and rhythm through song and dance.
- Improve coordination and spatial awareness on stage.
- Build confidence and social skills through collaborative performance.
- Become a “triple threat” – mastering singing, dancing, and acting.
Musical Theater Progression Levels:
- Musical Theater L1: No experience necessary – jump right into the world of musical theatre!
- Musical Theater L2: For students who have completed Musical Theater L1 or have prior training.
Acrobatic Arts: Strength, Flexibility, and Agility
Acro dance seamlessly integrates acrobatic movements into dance routines and is considered one of the most challenging yet rewarding dance styles. Fancy Feet Dance Studio Bronx is proud to offer acro dance classes in the Bronx. Acro dance empowers our dancers to achieve exceptional physical fitness, flexibility, strength, and body control, pushing their physical boundaries in a supportive environment. Combined with rigorous technical dance training, acro dance elevates dancers to a new level of athleticism and artistry.
Our Acrobatic Arts program is built upon safe and effective progressions with proven results across five key divisions: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Limbering, and Tumbling. Developed with input from leading professionals in ballet, modern dance, jazz, contortion, gymnastics, yoga, and physiotherapy, our program is comprehensive and meticulously designed. Thoughtful progressions guide beginner preschool dancers from basic movements like log rolls and summersaults to advanced dancers executing effortless tumbling passes across the stage!
Pointe: The Pinnacle of Ballet Technique
Pointe technique is a specialized aspect of classical ballet technique where dancers support their entire body weight on the tips of fully extended feet within pointe shoes. A dancer is considered “en pointe” when their body is supported in this manner. Pointe work is exclusively performed in pointe shoes, which are structurally reinforced to distribute the dancer’s weight and reduce pressure on the toes, allowing them to stand and move on fully vertical feet.
Pointe technique originated from the desire for female dancers to embody a weightless, sylph-like quality. While both men and women are physically capable of pointe work, it is predominantly performed by women. Extensive training and dedicated practice are essential to develop the strength and technique required for pointe work. Dance teachers carefully assess factors like age, experience, strength, and alignment before allowing a dancer to begin pointe training.
- Dancers refine their pointe technique and artistry.
- Students enrolled in pointe class must also be enrolled in a minimum of 2 hours of regular ballet class per week.
**This class is by invitation only.*
