American Youth
Dance Theater
Where joy and technique take center stage
Hip Hop
Step into the cypher with confidence in our dynamic hip-hop program. Taught by leading industry professionals, our classes focus on musicality, rhythm, footwork, groove, expression, and breakdancing. Build strength and stamina with high-energy class formats, and boost your style and confidence through creative choreography. Explore the rich history and diverse styles of hip-hop in a supportive and inclusive environment—perfect for dancers of all levels.
Attentive, caring, inspiring
Students are trained at the highest technical standards while learning in a positive, developmentally sound environment. Class sizes are kept small, providing individual attention by highly experienced dance education professionals with a motivational and caring approach. We place strong emphasis on technique, proper alignment, and safety in relation to the individual physicality of each student.
A fit for every dancer
We Readiness skills are introduced in our Junior Division Hip Hop Intro class for children in Pre-K 4 through Kindergarten. Basic skills are taught once children enter First Grade, followed by progressing levels from beginner to advanced.
We pride ourselves on offering various training options to a wide range of dance interests, from strong weekly recreational classes to advanced pre-professional, as well as beginner classes for older children and teens. To determine the appropriate class for your child, scroll down to see our complete list of offerings.
Develop confidence through performance.
Students in elementary through high school perform in our annual Holiday Spectacular, as well as our Senior Division Spring Recital, both performed in a professional theater.
Students in Pre-K through Kindergarten are showcased in our Junior Division Holiday and Spring Recitals, performed in an intimate setting at our Upper East Side studio.
Class Offerings
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Hip Hop 1 |
Open to students in grades 1 & 2. |
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Hip Hop 2 |
Open to students in grades 3 & 4. |
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Hip Hop 3 |
Open to students in grades 5-7. |
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Hip Hop 4 * |
Open to students in grades 7-9. |
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Open Hip Hop 5 |
Open to students in grades 10-12, no prior training required |
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Hip Hop 5 * |
Open to students in grades 10-12; Placement is by faculty recommendation or audition only. |
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Intermediate Hip Hop * |
For serious and committed upper-level students who have achieved high levels of technique, style, |
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Boys’ Hip Hop Breakdance 1/3 & 3/4 |
Two levels of high-energy dance, taught by a male teacher, for boys ages 6-10 (Level 1/2) and 11 through teens (Level 3/4) |
* Placement in higher-level classes is by teacher recommendation or audition.
