Kids Dance Class Descriptions
Creative Movement Ages 3-5
Instructor: Mary Jane Gamble
Mary Jane has been working with children for over 20 years. She specializes in creating movement that fosters a childs growth and development while giving them the freedom to explore and create their own movement patterns. This innovative class weaves stories, props, and music into a complete dance. The students will acquire rhythmic skills, creative interpretation, and knowledge of sequencing movement. Most importantly, theyll have loads of fun!
Hip-Hop for Kids Ages 6-8
Instructor: Micha Hickey
Join Micha for an introduction to hip-hop dance. Originally titled breakdance, hip-hop developed out of the streets of New York and then took on a more upright posture in contrast to breakdance with its many ground moves. Students will begin with a high-energy warm-up, move across the floor and learn a dance to their favorite pop music, which has greatly influenced the movements of hip-hop. Each class will get their heart rates pumping and their minds actively engaged. You won't want to miss one minute of this exhilarating and stimulating style of dance!
Hip-Hop Ages 9-12
Instructor: Micha Hickey
Former MSU Dance Team captain will impress you with her innovative and trendy style of hip-hop. Dancers can expect to challenge their minds with fun and fresh combinations as well as your body with the physicality needed to complete the movement. Dancers will warm-up, move across the floor, learn fun combination and work on their flexibility. Burn calories as you groove to your favorite hits!
