Why Our Kids’ Hip Hop Dance Classes?

At Hot Styles Dance Company, we bring the culture and creativity of hip hop dance to life in a kid-friendly, encouraging environment. Our passionate instructors break down the latest moves while teaching students foundational techniques that make them strong, dynamic dancers.

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💥 All Skill Levels Welcome
From toddlers just starting to move to teens refining their freestyle, our hip hop classes are tailored by age and experience level. Every child gets the chance to shine.

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💥 Age-Appropriate Choreography
We teach kid-friendly routines that reflect current hip hop styles while keeping music and movement clean, positive, and empowering.

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💥 Performance Opportunities
Show off those moves! Students can participate in recitals and community events to perform their hip hop choreography for friends and family.

What Will Your Child Learn?

Our hip hop program focuses on fun and fundamentals. Students will learn:​

• Urban dance styles including breaking, popping, locking, freestyle, and choreography

• Coordination, rhythm, and musicality through age-appropriate drills and routines

• Teamwork and spatial awareness through group movement

• Confidence, creativity, and performance skills

• Freestyle techniques to develop a unique dance style

 

Classes are high-energy and designed to keep kids engaged, active, and excited every week!

Hip Hop Dance Styles We Teach

Our curriculum blends popular hip hop styles from both old-school and modern trends:​

• Breaking (B-boy/B-girl): Floorwork, freezes, and power moves

• Popping & Locking: Isolated hits, pops, and funky poses

• Freestyle: Improvised movement and personal style

• Choreography: Structured routines set to kid-friendly music

 

Each class is set to age-appropriate hip hop music that gets kids moving and grooving in a safe, fun space.

Class Options

Hip Hop for Ages 4-5

Focus​ Includes:

• Introduce rhythm, musicality, and basic hip hop moves through play and imagination

• Build coordination and gross motor skills in a fun, age-appropriate environment

• Encourage classroom structure, listening, and following directions

• Develop confidence through repetition and playful choreography

• Use upbeat, kid-friendly music and simple combos to keep dancers engaged​​

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Hip Hop for Ages 6-7

Focus Includes:

• Expand movement vocabulary with beginner hip hop techniques and drills

• Strengthen rhythm, timing, and musical awareness

• Begin learning short routines with clear formations and transitions

• Balance structure with fun to build focus, confidence, and self-expression

• Encourage creativity through guided freestyle and interactive choreography

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Hip Hop for Ages 8-10

Focus Includes:

• Introduce more complex movement patterns and layered choreography

• Focus on precision, style, and musical interpretation

• Build performance quality and group coordination

• Foster independence and peer-based learning in a positive environment

• Encourage clean execution and age-appropriate freestyle expression

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Hip Hop for Ages 11-15

Focus Includes:

• Build on prior skills with intermediate and advanced hip hop techniques

• Refine precision, style, and performance quality in choreography and freestyle

• Explore a variety of hip hop styles, including breaking, popping, locking, and modern trends

• Learn layered routines with challenging formations, transitions, and musical interpretation

• Strengthen teamwork, leadership, and confidence through group collaboration

• Develop personal style and creativity in a supportive, high-energy environment​

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What You’ll Receive When You Join

When you sign up for a Hip Hop class, you’ll receive:

• Welcome Packet – Everything you need to know about class attire, drop-off/pick-up, and studio policies.

• Recital & Studio Event Calendar – Stay informed about performances, picture days, and special studio events.

• Costume Details for the Recital – Guidance on what your dancer will wear and when to expect costume fittings.

• Opportunities for Photos & Keepsakes – We capture special memories throughout the season.

• Ongoing Support from Our Studio Team – We’re always here to answer questions and make your family feel at home.

 

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​Why Parents Love Us

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We know families are busy, so we keep dance simple and stress-free.

• Certified instructors with real-world hip hop experience

• Positive, inclusive atmosphere where kids feel welcome

• Easy scheduling and flexible enrollment—register in just a few clicks

• Clear communication so families always know what’s coming up

• Beginner-friendly classes designed for first-timers and young dancers

• No fancy gear required—we’ll guide you on what to wear (you probably already own it!)

• Convenient location in Bellefonte—close to State College

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Join the Best Kids' Hip Hop Dance Classes in Bellefonte and State College

If you're searching for "hip hop dance classes for kids near me" or “fun hip hop dance lessons for children,” you’ve found your spot. Hot Styles Dance Company is where energy meets artistry—and your child’s inner dancer takes the stage.

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