STREET DANCE FOR TEENS & ADULTS – TAY HO

*The rates above are for one term of 9 sessions. Each school year consists of 4 terms.

VIEW THE 2026–2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR HERE

1. OVERVIEW

Street Dance at ATH offers teens and adults the opportunity to develop strong technical foundations while exploring personal style, musicality, and artistic expression. Classes include groove training, freestyle practice, choreography, performance skills, and creative movement exploration inspired by a variety of street dance styles.

Students are challenged to push their physical abilities, express themselves authentically, and collaborate with others through performance projects. Whether dancing for personal growth or preparing for the stage, the class encourages confidence, discipline, artistic curiosity, and creative risk-taking.

2. OBJECTIVES

Throughout the year, students will: 

• Develop solid street dance technique and movement vocabulary. 
• Strengthen musicality, rhythm, coordination, flexibility, and dynamic movement quality. 
• Build body control, strength, and confidence through technical training. 
• Explore freestyle improvisation and develop an authentic personal dance style. 
• Enhance stage presence, performance quality, and expressive movement. 
• Collaborate through choreography, ensemble work, and creative performance projects. 
• Build communication, trust, and constructive collaboration within a dance team. 

Students will have opportunities to perform in ATH showcases and collaborative performances throughout the year, allowing them to demonstrate their artistic development while gaining valuable stage experience. 

3. DISCIPLINE SUMMARY

Dance: Express Yourself Through Movement 

Dance classes at ATH provide an active and creative environment to explore movement, technique, and performance. 

From group improvisation to choreographed routines, all classes emphasize collaboration, spatial awareness, and expressive freedom. Students gain performance experience through showcases and group projects. 

"I do not try to dance better than anyone else. I only try to dance better than myself." - Mikhail Baryshnikov

4. SKILLS DEVELOPED

Individual skills: 

• Dance technique and terminology 
• Rhythm, coordination, and spatial awareness 
• Creative expression through body movement 
• Confidence and stage presence 

Group skills: 

• Ensemble coordination and teamwork 
• Communication and collaboration 
• Collective creativity and mutual support 
• Joy of performing together 

5. VALUES OF DANCE

Dance promotes physical fitness, flexibility, and mental agility. It develops memory, coordination, and emotional expression, while fostering confidence, discipline, and social skills. 

Learning dance encourages creativity, improvisation, and self - expression, while engaging the mind and body together. Performing in front of an audience develops courage, presence, and enjoyment of shared artistic experiences. 

"I'm not interested in how people move, but what makes them move." - Pina Bausch