Hip Hop I

Catalog description

This beginning-level course presents a comprehensive survey of Hip-Hop dance history. The course introduces traditional hip-hop music and movement including; breaking, b-boying, popping, and locking. The focus of this course is on developing individual skill, musicality, and artistic expression as a dancer and choreographer. Students will study the contributions and participants from various ethnic groups that practice and perform street dance styles known as Hip-hop from the 20th and 21st centuries. No previous experience is required.