All the greatest hip hop groups and dancers started in dance lessons. Whether it be in ballet, jazz, tap, or any other combination! Here at Omaha School of Music and Dance, we are equipped with awesome dance classes – including HIP HOP! We offer classes for students just starting out who are new to the hip hop scene, and need to learn some killer moves! We also offer hip hop for some older, more experienced dancers, and even hip hop classes for adults!
We are here to help you learn and explore how to move your body in fun and experimental ways! Here are a few things you should know before signing your child up for hip hop lessons or before signing yourself up!
Hip hop is a form of dance that originated in the 1970s which flourished from being performed with hip hop music! They don’t always have to be performed together, which is a reason why hip hop is so versatile, as it can be applied to modern day pop, rap, and even electronic music.
There are several different types of hip hop dances, including popping, locking, and certain street styles and newer styles.
Hip hop is a great way to exercise and is considered a full body workout! It gets the heart pumping, while also building strength and stamina. It is also a great way to learn control of your body while also increasing muscle usage and your hand-eye coordination! Being a hip hop dancer can even help you endurance – boosting your energy and your physical abilities!
The best way to get into hip hop is by dancing! Moving to the music and listening to how your body responds to it – and there is no better way to improve your dancing than starting up some lessons! If you go to our website, you can see all the open classes for pre-hip hop students, for younger children and pre-teens, or even for adults! Call us at 402-515-9639 or register online today. You can even stop in for a tour! We are located off of 144th and Dodge!
