DANCE STYLES & CLASSES

HOTSTEPPER ALLSTARS CLASS

A unique class celebrating the amazing talent and gems in our community. We have curated a selection of dancers to share & inspire you ranging from our current & former faculty, fresh talent to industry leaders & icons.

CHOREO CLASS

Previously referred to as L.A. Style or Urban Choreo and also known as Street Jazz. These classes were originally the fusion of street/underground styles with the precision of modern jazz. Today many have their own unique style, but common is the focus on detail, precision timing and synchronization as well as increasing reference to underground styles. Seen in many music videos and choreography competitions and usually danced to popular hits, hip hop or R&B.

COMMERCIAL/JAZZ FUNK

The terms Commercial and Jazz Funk are used interchangeably for this dominant industry style frequently seen in music videos, stage performances & dance competitions. The style is versatile with emphasis on power, performance & visual impact and often a feminine touch. Music is usually popular hits but other genres are also used.

HEELS CLASS

A class where participants are in heels. Inspired by the sensual and feminine choreographies that currently dominate many videos by prominent singers like Beyoncé, Rihanna, JLO etc. Let go, be hot and feel like a strong, independent woman.

HIP HOP

Originally a mix of classic hip hop styles and social dances approached in a new way and combined with newer moves and techniques as well as bounce. Continuous development has led to many creating their own unique style within the dance.

BREAKING

Is the original hip hop dance style that originated in New York in the 70s, went mainstream in the 80s and is today a recognized dance with an Olympic debut with millions of people around the world in all age groups practicing the style. Breaking is a dynamic dance with both toprock (steps danced standing) and downrock – moves, spins and freezes on the ground. The dance is one of the classic elements of hip hop culture and is practiced to various music genres, but funk, soul, breakbeats & hip hop are often the preferred genres.

Hotstepper has been a main driving force for the Danish breaking athletes in the Olympic league and Hotstepper Dance Education graduates have won the Danish breaking championship 7 times as well as several international battles including the Undisputed World Breaking Championship.

FUNK STYLES

(POPPING & LOCKING)

Funk Styles emerged in the 60’s & 70’s with Funk as the main music genre and technique is still included by leading industry choreographers and a testimony to them being key styles for strong foundation. They became global mainstream via the TV show Soul Train and iconic artists such as Michael Jackson. 

Popping, also called Electric Boogie in the mainstream, is a known for Waving giving the illusion of electricity passing through the body as well as it’s “pop” effect created via rapid muscle contractions and is combined with other styles like Gliding including the famous “moonwalk”, Robot, Tutting & more. Locking created by Don Campbell is a very funky style characterised by stops where you “lock” into poses, mixed with other moves such as points, wrist rolls, claps & grooves. 

HOUSE

Is a dynamic Club-style danced to house music known for its fast tempo. It is characterized by footwork and fluid upper body movements with emphasis on feeling the music and expressing oneself freely. The style emerged from the underground house music scenes of Chicago & New York in the late 70s & early 80s, and is influenced by various styles like Tap, African, and Latin dance.

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HIP HOP & MORE 21+

A class for adults to have fun and let loose. There will be shorter choreographies in different styles. Participants must be open to trying new things and ready to sweat. If you are completely new to dance classes, be prepared to be challenged, but you can still easily join in.

AFRO FUSION

Main focus will be on Afro Beat & Amapiano – both experiencing a global rise. The music genres are known for energetic and upbeat rhythms with dancers & musicians creating new dance trends & routines with roots in traditional African dances. Afro Beat is from West Africa and blends Yoruba-, Jazz-, Highlife- & Funk music while Amapiano originated in South Africa and is a subgenre of House music characterized by piano melodies and elements of Jazz & Kwaito.

WAACKING

Characterized by rotational arm movements, posing, shapes, fast footwork – all with a strong emphasis on musicality. BOOM. POW. WHACK. The name has its roots from comic books where the basic “Whack” is an arm movement creating a striking motion. It originated in L.A. in the 70’s and moves were influenced by the glamour and drama of classic Hollywood film actresses, over-the-top action of comic book heroes, and the sharp, quick movements of martial arts films. The core values of empowerment, celebrating individuality, self-expression, storytelling, and performance still remain. The style is originally done to funk and disco music.

GROOVES

A mix of new & cassic grooves, foundations & social dances from street & club styles that are practiced both individually as well as being combined to form routines. Whether you wish to improve your freestyle or to get inspiration & better technique for choreography – the class will be “a party ” where you learn steps & dances from music videos and those danced in the clubs.

DANCE MIX KIDS

A mix of different styles and popular dances will be taught throughout the year from hip hop to afrobeat and popping to commercial. Kids will get a good all-round introduction and foundation in many of the styles taught at Hotstepper.