Frequently Asked Questions:
What
is streetdance?
Street
dance is an umbrella term used to describe dance styles that evolved outside
of dance studios at more everyday spaces such as streets, school yards
and nightclubs. They're often improvisational and social in nature, encouraging
interaction and contact with the spectators and the other dancers.
Street dance is also commonly used specifically for the many hip hop dances and funk dance styles that began appearing in the United States in the 1970s, and are still alive and evolving within the hip hop culture of today, such as breakdance, popping, locking, hip hop new style and house dance. These dances are popular on all levels, as a form of exercise, an artform, or for competition, and are today practiced both at dance studios and more freely arranged spaces. Some schools use street dance as a form of physical education.
What
Do I Wear?
Any
track suit or baggy trousers and T-Shirt is perfect!
Can
anyone do it?
YES!
You’ll get the most out of your street class if you pay close attention
to two things: your instructor and the beat of the music. With these as
your guides, you can hardly go wrong. But if ever you feel discouraged,
staying positive is key. Street dance is a set of steps, attitudes, and
gestures unto itself. Because it makes different demands upon the body
than classical jazz or ballet, it sometimes takes several classes for
dancers to become used to the dynamics of this new dance form. All newcomers
need to exhibit patience and persistence. You might find yourself feeling
awkward or confused. But failing to give up means that you will have progressed
by the end of each and every class. And as street dance can be one of
the most fun and rewarding dance forms, you’ll probably find that
your mood is as high as your energy.
What
sort of people join?
The class
consists of boys and girls ranging for 10 to 16.The
CB Street Dancers have appeared in various shows around Javea and the
Costa Blanca and will be putting a show of their own at the end of June
The class is full of energy and fun. It is a great way to keep fit and up to date with the latest R&B music. It is also a wonderful way to make new friends and get some experience dancing on stage.
Call us or come along for a FREE first class and see if this is for you!!
© Sophie J Jackson - CB Streetdance 2009