How to Find Hip Hop Dance Classes in Chicago

The Bronx is the birthplace of Hip Hop, but Chicago celebrates Hip Hop culture well. Join Hip Hop dance classes or visit events where Hip Hop is celebrated in Chicago.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Kneepads
• Elbow pads
• Water
• Hat for head spins

How to Find Hip Hop Dance Classes in Chicago

1. If you have a Bally Total Fitness membership, join a Hip Hop dance class free of charge in Hyde Park.Bally Total Fitness (Hyde Park location) 1301 East 47th Street Chicago, IL 60653 [phone] www.ballytotalfitness.com Classes held on Tuesdays 7:30 pm to 8:15 pmBally's Total Fitness Hip Hop classes tend to change locations, instructors, and the level of instruction. Some instructors specialize in breaking while others do routines that are more focused towards pop culture. Ask the instructor beforehand so you know if the class meets your interest.

2. 
   Discovery Center

   If you live or are visiting the northside of Chicago, check out Discovery Center's ongoing Hip Hop dance classes.Discovery Center 2940 North Lincoln Chicago, IL 60657 [phone] http://www.discoverycenter.cc Hip Hop Funk (1720) $89 for 6 weeks--Days and times vary. Breakdancing (1738) $89 for 6 weeks--Days and times vary.The Discovery Center has Hip Hop classes in their ballrooms, so there is plenty of room to spread out although the occasional instructor for another class may interrupt classes from time to time to walk upstairs to the second floor. The classes are energetic and fun.

3. 

   Sign your children up ages 5-19 for the southside Chicago location at the University of Hip Hop. University of Hip Hop c/o Southwest Youth Collaborative 6400 South Kedzie Chicago, IL 60629 http://www.myspace.com/swyouthcollaborative www.swyc.org www.flickr.com/SWYCwww.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6463655457www.youtube.com/swyouthcollaborative http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/14127/spin_head_of_the_class_university_of.html Note: Classes are for youth ages 5-19.The University of Hip Hop frequently has veteran breakers that visit the class or come to break, so a beginner student may be slightly intimidated. However, learning from experts is a much better way to improve your Hip Hop dance moves.

4. 
   Fly, Hip Hop group

   Read about upcoming events at your neighborhood theaters. Paramount Theater has had occasional Hip Hop performances in the Chicagoland area, such as Hip Hop group (Fly). If you are able to meet Hip Hop groups after the show, ask how much they would charge for you to take a class with them or find out where they practice.

Tips & Warnings

• If you take a Hip Hop class with an instructor who is a breaker, ask your doctor first. Breaking is an intensive dance that can only be done by people in good physical condition for cardio and flexibility.