Avance Street Dance (13 - 16yrs)

performance quality. In Avance Street Dance, students will dive into various street dance styles, including hip hop, locking, popping, krumping, and house dance, building a deeper understanding of each style’s history, technique, and cultural roots. The class will focus on freestyle, battle techniques, and choreography, helping students to develop a versatile street dancer's toolkit. Emphasis will be placed on mastering complex footwork, body isolations, and grooves, all while cultivating a personal style and strong stage presence. Key aspects of the Avance Street Dance class include: Technical skill development across multiple street dance styles, focusing on complex footwork, popping, locking, breakdancing techniques, and more. Freestyle training, encouraging students to experiment with and express their unique movement style within the context of urban dance. Choreography creation, working on dynamic group routines and solos that combine the raw energy of street dance with precise technique and artistic expression. Battle techniques, teaching students how to prepare for and engage in dance battles, understanding timing, musicality, and the importance of stage presence. Improving overall strength, flexibility, and endurance, which are essential for executing powerful street dance movements with control and confidence. Performance and Artistic Expression: A major focus of the Avance Street Dance class is the ability to deliver high-impact performances. Students will work on routines and short pieces that incorporate both choreographed elements and freestyle movement, allowing them to express their individuality while staying true to the roots of street dance culture. Students will also have opportunities to perform in showcases and dance battles, developing their confidence and stage presence in front of an audience. Progression: As students progress through Avance Street Dance, they will continue to refine their technique, creativity, and artistry, with the potential to move into more specialized street dance styles or professional-level performance. This class is ideal for dancers who wish to pursue competitive street dance, join dance crews, or work toward auditioning for dance jobs, music videos, and other performance opportunities. If your child has not attended an Avance Street Dance class before, they will be assessed during their trial class to ensure they are placed at the appropriate level. Progression to the next level will be at the teacher’s discretion, ensuring that each dancer’s skills, creativity, and confidence are nurtured appropriately. Our experienced instructors bring their deep knowledge of street dance culture, performance, and technique to every class, providing guidance and feedback to help students elevate their street dance abilities. Whether aiming for a competitive career or simply looking to grow as an artist, Avance Street Dance offers the perfect platform for young dancers to thrive in the world of urban dance.