Summer 2025 Pop-Up Series
Reet Roy - Adv. Choreo & Choreo 201 (BUNDLE SAVINGS)
Start your evening in our Choreo 201 class with a savings of 50% when bundled with Reet Roy's Choreo Pop-Up.
Advanced level Choreo Pop-Up class with Canada's internationally recognized and know Reet Roy.
Reet Roy is a professional Urban dance choreographer from Toronto and has become one of the most in-demand dance educator around the world. He is the Director of Canada's premiere Hip Hop company , Rhythm2dance and the faculty member for Millennium Dance Complex, Toronto. Reet had the honour of sharing his craft over in 12 countries and 48 cities over the past 6 years. He has adjudicated and taught masterclasses in USA, Canada, Hong Kong , Ukraine , Switzerland , Iceland , Denmark , France, Spain, Netherlands, India and Mexico. Reet started teaching at the age of 19 but soon after his style started getting recognition he got signed by DanceOn LA agency to pursue his Industry career as well. He was one of the judges for Europe’s Hip Hop International in Kiev, Ukraine. He has been on four European tours in the past 2 years where he had the honour of teaching and judging in multiple hip hop competitions and conventions in Europe. Reet also taught in the same Camp with some of the best dance urban/hip hop educators in the world. Reet has taught and Adjudicated with World of Dance fame Ian Eastwood (Young Lions ) , Scott Forsyth (BrotherHood Dance Company) , Adrian vendiola (Brotherhood dance company) , Jerome Esplana and Americas best Dance Crew winner Chachi Gonzales (IAmme) to name a few. Reet has always been about sharing his craft and style with different communities across the globe and he is looking forward to training the next generation of dancers who are hungry and dedicated to learn and grow with him.
https://www.instagram.com/reetroy?igsh=b2o1anIxM2dmZ3Zk
Start your evening in our Choreo 201 class with a savings of 50% when bundled with Reet Roy's Choreo Pop-Up.
Advanced level Choreo Pop-Up class with Canada's internationally recognized and know Reet Roy.
Reet Roy is a professional Urban dance choreographer from Toronto and has become one of the most in-demand dance educator around the world. He is the Director of Canada's premiere Hip Hop company , Rhythm2dance and the faculty member for Millennium Dance Complex, Toronto. Reet had the honour of sharing his craft over in 12 countries and 48 cities over the past 6 years. He has adjudicated and taught masterclasses in USA, Canada, Hong Kong , Ukraine , Switzerland , Iceland , Denmark , France, Spain, Netherlands, India and Mexico. Reet started teaching at the age of 19 but soon after his style started getting recognition he got signed by DanceOn LA agency to pursue his Industry career as well. He was one of the judges for Europe’s Hip Hop International in Kiev, Ukraine. He has been on four European tours in the past 2 years where he had the honour of teaching and judging in multiple hip hop competitions and conventions in Europe. Reet also taught in the same Camp with some of the best dance urban/hip hop educators in the world. Reet has taught and Adjudicated with World of Dance fame Ian Eastwood (Young Lions ) , Scott Forsyth (BrotherHood Dance Company) , Adrian vendiola (Brotherhood dance company) , Jerome Esplana and Americas best Dance Crew winner Chachi Gonzales (IAmme) to name a few. Reet has always been about sharing his craft and style with different communities across the globe and he is looking forward to training the next generation of dancers who are hungry and dedicated to learn and grow with him.
https://www.instagram.com/reetroy?igsh=b2o1anIxM2dmZ3Zk
Monday
8:00 PM to 10:15 PM
8:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Pop-Up with Edel
Monday
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Pop-Up with Edel BUNDLE with Choreo 201
Monday
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Reet Roy - Adv. Choreo
Advanced level Choreo Pop-Up class with Canada's internationally recognized and know Reet Roy.
Reet Roy is a professional Urban dance choreographer from Toronto and has become one of the most in-demand dance educator around the world. He is the Director of Canada's premiere Hip Hop company , Rhythm2dance and the faculty member for Millennium Dance Complex, Toronto. Reet had the honour of sharing his craft over in 12 countries and 48 cities over the past 6 years. He has adjudicated and taught masterclasses in USA, Canada, Hong Kong , Ukraine , Switzerland , Iceland , Denmark , France, Spain, Netherlands, India and Mexico. Reet started teaching at the age of 19 but soon after his style started getting recognition he got signed by DanceOn LA agency to pursue his Industry career as well. He was one of the judges for Europe’s Hip Hop International in Kiev, Ukraine. He has been on four European tours in the past 2 years where he had the honour of teaching and judging in multiple hip hop competitions and conventions in Europe. Reet also taught in the same Camp with some of the best dance urban/hip hop educators in the world. Reet has taught and Adjudicated with World of Dance fame Ian Eastwood (Young Lions ) , Scott Forsyth (BrotherHood Dance Company) , Adrian vendiola (Brotherhood dance company) , Jerome Esplana and Americas best Dance Crew winner Chachi Gonzales (IAmme) to name a few. Reet has always been about sharing his craft and style with different communities across the globe and he is looking forward to training the next generation of dancers who are hungry and dedicated to learn and grow with him.
https://www.instagram.com/reetroy?igsh=b2o1anIxM2dmZ3Zk
Advanced level Choreo Pop-Up class with Canada's internationally recognized and know Reet Roy.
Reet Roy is a professional Urban dance choreographer from Toronto and has become one of the most in-demand dance educator around the world. He is the Director of Canada's premiere Hip Hop company , Rhythm2dance and the faculty member for Millennium Dance Complex, Toronto. Reet had the honour of sharing his craft over in 12 countries and 48 cities over the past 6 years. He has adjudicated and taught masterclasses in USA, Canada, Hong Kong , Ukraine , Switzerland , Iceland , Denmark , France, Spain, Netherlands, India and Mexico. Reet started teaching at the age of 19 but soon after his style started getting recognition he got signed by DanceOn LA agency to pursue his Industry career as well. He was one of the judges for Europe’s Hip Hop International in Kiev, Ukraine. He has been on four European tours in the past 2 years where he had the honour of teaching and judging in multiple hip hop competitions and conventions in Europe. Reet also taught in the same Camp with some of the best dance urban/hip hop educators in the world. Reet has taught and Adjudicated with World of Dance fame Ian Eastwood (Young Lions ) , Scott Forsyth (BrotherHood Dance Company) , Adrian vendiola (Brotherhood dance company) , Jerome Esplana and Americas best Dance Crew winner Chachi Gonzales (IAmme) to name a few. Reet has always been about sharing his craft and style with different communities across the globe and he is looking forward to training the next generation of dancers who are hungry and dedicated to learn and grow with him.
https://www.instagram.com/reetroy?igsh=b2o1anIxM2dmZ3Zk
Monday
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
9:00 PM to 10:15 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
2025-2026 Season
Kid-Hop Mini
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Ages 3-4 years)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Ages 3-4 years)
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Waacking
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding of Waacking, its related style in Voguing, and explore the techniques, moves, music, cultures and their creators. Students will be encouraged to freestyle and battle to continue sharpening their skills. (Ages 11+)
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding of Waacking, its related style in Voguing, and explore the techniques, moves, music, cultures and their creators. Students will be encouraged to freestyle and battle to continue sharpening their skills. (Ages 11+)
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Tumbling and Stunting
Increase your flexibility and strength while learning the foundations and techniques of tumbling and stunting.
*This class may be split in two based on registration numbers and skill levels. The second class would be held at 6pm - 7pm Mondays.
Increase your flexibility and strength while learning the foundations and techniques of tumbling and stunting.
*This class may be split in two based on registration numbers and skill levels. The second class would be held at 6pm - 7pm Mondays.
Monday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Freestyle Development LVL 1
STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO BUILD THEIR FREESTYLE THROUGH REPETITIVE WORK THAT INCORPORATES VARIOUS ADDED ELEMENTS SUCH AS LEVEL CHANGES, TIMING/POCKETS, TEMPO CHANGE, ISOLATIONS, MUSIC CHANGES AND OTHER FREESTYLE CONCEPTS. THE GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO ALLOW DANCERS TO GAIN A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF VARIATIONS AND EXTENSIONS OF EXISITNG VOCABULARY, LEARNING HOW TO DO WHAT THEY ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO- IN AS MANY WAYS AS POSSIBLE! EARN TO FREESTYLE TO ANY MUSIC, AND BATTLE ANY TYPE OF COMPETITOR. BEST RESULTS WHEN REGISTERED IN ANOTHER TECHNIQUE BASED CLASS LIKE HIP-HOP, POPPING, BREAKING.
STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO BUILD THEIR FREESTYLE THROUGH REPETITIVE WORK THAT INCORPORATES VARIOUS ADDED ELEMENTS SUCH AS LEVEL CHANGES, TIMING/POCKETS, TEMPO CHANGE, ISOLATIONS, MUSIC CHANGES AND OTHER FREESTYLE CONCEPTS. THE GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO ALLOW DANCERS TO GAIN A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF VARIATIONS AND EXTENSIONS OF EXISITNG VOCABULARY, LEARNING HOW TO DO WHAT THEY ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO- IN AS MANY WAYS AS POSSIBLE! EARN TO FREESTYLE TO ANY MUSIC, AND BATTLE ANY TYPE OF COMPETITOR. BEST RESULTS WHEN REGISTERED IN ANOTHER TECHNIQUE BASED CLASS LIKE HIP-HOP, POPPING, BREAKING.
Monday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Hip-Hop and Street Dance Tech
THIS CLASS WILL FOCUS ON THE TECHNIQUES OF HIP-HOP, POPPING, BOOGALOO, LOCKING, HOUSE, WAACKING, BREAKING, KRUMP, AND MORE IF WE CAN FIT IT! IT WILL ALSO WORK ON BUILDING STRENGTH, ENDURANCE AND MUSICALITY. **REGISTERED PROGRAM WITH OPTION TO DROP IN.
THIS CLASS WILL FOCUS ON THE TECHNIQUES OF HIP-HOP, POPPING, BOOGALOO, LOCKING, HOUSE, WAACKING, BREAKING, KRUMP, AND MORE IF WE CAN FIT IT! IT WILL ALSO WORK ON BUILDING STRENGTH, ENDURANCE AND MUSICALITY. **REGISTERED PROGRAM WITH OPTION TO DROP IN.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Popping
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding of Popping, Boogaloo, Roboting, Tutting & Animation exploring the various techniques, styles, moves and their creators. Students will be encouraged to freestyle and battle to continue sharpening their skills. This a combined level class. (Ages 11+)
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding of Popping, Boogaloo, Roboting, Tutting & Animation exploring the various techniques, styles, moves and their creators. Students will be encouraged to freestyle and battle to continue sharpening their skills. This a combined level class. (Ages 11+)
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Inter/Adv. Choreo
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE. THIS CLASS IS FOR EXPERIENCED DANCERS WHO ARE LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGE, IT WILL MOVE AT A FAST PACE WITH MORE INTRICATE CHOREOGRAPHY
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE. THIS CLASS IS FOR EXPERIENCED DANCERS WHO ARE LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGE, IT WILL MOVE AT A FAST PACE WITH MORE INTRICATE CHOREOGRAPHY
Monday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Beginner Breaking
For students interested in learning how to Break aka breakdance. Exploring Top Rocks, Downrocks, Freezes and Power Moves, this program will gradually build the strength and skills necessary to become a true Breaker! (Beginner/experienced beginners, Ages 7-17)
For students interested in learning how to Break aka breakdance. Exploring Top Rocks, Downrocks, Freezes and Power Moves, this program will gradually build the strength and skills necessary to become a true Breaker! (Beginner/experienced beginners, Ages 7-17)
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Kid-Hop
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 4-6)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 4-6)
Tuesday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Inter. Breaking
For students interested in learning how to Break aka breakdance. Exploring Top Rocks, Downrocks, Freezes and Power Moves, this program will gradually build the strength and skills necessary to become a true Breaker! (Intermediate with at least 1 year breaking experience who is able to demonstrate proficiency in skills, Instructor may determine a different class level based on skills, Ages 8-17)
For students interested in learning how to Break aka breakdance. Exploring Top Rocks, Downrocks, Freezes and Power Moves, this program will gradually build the strength and skills necessary to become a true Breaker! (Intermediate with at least 1 year breaking experience who is able to demonstrate proficiency in skills, Instructor may determine a different class level based on skills, Ages 8-17)
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Jr. Hip-Hop LVL1
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 7-10)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 7-10)
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Youth House
Tuesday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult House
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Breaking - Power Moves
The Power Move class focuses on dynamic, acrobatic movements involving full-body rotations and spins, emphasizing strength, balance, and flexibility. The class would cover a range of power moves, from foundational ones like the backspin and windmill to more advanced techniques like the flare and headspin, all while focusing on safety and proper technique. Students taking power moves should be enrolled in a breaking class.
The Power Move class focuses on dynamic, acrobatic movements involving full-body rotations and spins, emphasizing strength, balance, and flexibility. The class would cover a range of power moves, from foundational ones like the backspin and windmill to more advanced techniques like the flare and headspin, all while focusing on safety and proper technique. Students taking power moves should be enrolled in a breaking class.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Dance in Media
Recreational class that explores the relationship between dance and media. Filming, video editing, social media, TikTok’s, Instagram, Snapchat - so many trends, but how do you stay authentic and appropriate?
This class will build on the choreography creation process, dancer performance, video creation/editing and music edition while sharpening students existing street dance foundations. The hope is to help foster a better understanding of dance and social media and a sense of social media literacy. This class is aimed at dancers with some previous dance experience. Note: though dancers will be occasionally creating videos, they are not to post to social media. Students do not need to have social media accounts or social media experience to take this class. (Ages 11-17)
Recreational class that explores the relationship between dance and media. Filming, video editing, social media, TikTok’s, Instagram, Snapchat - so many trends, but how do you stay authentic and appropriate?
This class will build on the choreography creation process, dancer performance, video creation/editing and music edition while sharpening students existing street dance foundations. The hope is to help foster a better understanding of dance and social media and a sense of social media literacy. This class is aimed at dancers with some previous dance experience. Note: though dancers will be occasionally creating videos, they are not to post to social media. Students do not need to have social media accounts or social media experience to take this class. (Ages 11-17)
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Battle Training Team
This program is for dancers who want to learn, and/or develop their battle skills! Dancers will explore freestyle, and battle concepts while working on technique, musicality, presence, energy, originality and more.
As a part of this program dancers will attend area dance battles, often in Toronto, as they are announced as well as battle in class.
This program requires dancers to be enrolled in a Freestyle Development class (Mondays & Saturdays) and at least one style specific recreational program (Breaking, Locking, Popping, Waacking, Hip-Hop)
Ages 7 & Up
This program is for dancers who want to learn, and/or develop their battle skills! Dancers will explore freestyle, and battle concepts while working on technique, musicality, presence, energy, originality and more.
As a part of this program dancers will attend area dance battles, often in Toronto, as they are announced as well as battle in class.
This program requires dancers to be enrolled in a Freestyle Development class (Mondays & Saturdays) and at least one style specific recreational program (Breaking, Locking, Popping, Waacking, Hip-Hop)
Ages 7 & Up
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed All LVLs Choreo
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE.
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE.
Tuesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Choreo
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE. THIS CLASS IS FOR EXPERIENCED DANCERS WHO ARE LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGE, IT WILL MOVE AT A FAST PACE WITH MORE INTRICATE CHOREOGRAPHY
EACH WEEK LEARN A PIECE OF HIP-HOP AND/OR STREET DANCE INFLUENCED CHOREOGRAPHY, WITH ELEMENTS OF OTHER STYLES OF DANCE. THIS CLASS IS FOR EXPERIENCED DANCERS WHO ARE LOOKING FOR A CHALLENGE, IT WILL MOVE AT A FAST PACE WITH MORE INTRICATE CHOREOGRAPHY
Wednesday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Jr. Hip-Hop LVL 1
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 7-10)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Absolute beginner, ages 7-10)
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Kid-Hop
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Youth Industry Prep
Designed for aspiring young dancers looking to break into the professional world, this class focuses on training and developing the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today’s commercial dance industry. Dancers will level up versatility, polish performance quality, sharpen audition technique, and develop both industry etiquette and on-camera presence, while exploring cutting-edge commercial styles. A great option for dancers serious about pursuing dance beyond the studio. Dancers must have at least 2 years of dance/competitive experience.
Designed for aspiring young dancers looking to break into the professional world, this class focuses on training and developing the skills and mindset needed to thrive in today’s commercial dance industry. Dancers will level up versatility, polish performance quality, sharpen audition technique, and develop both industry etiquette and on-camera presence, while exploring cutting-edge commercial styles. A great option for dancers serious about pursuing dance beyond the studio. Dancers must have at least 2 years of dance/competitive experience.
Thursday
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Locking
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding in Locking through foundations, technique, terminology, and culture. Through drills, combos and freestyle, this class aims to help students build better groove, clarity, musicality, and confidence. This combined level class is a mixed age program for adults and youth starting from age 11.
This is an ongoing, PROGRESSIVE PROGRAM that is available for drop-ins.
In this class, students will be introduced and/or deepen their understanding in Locking through foundations, technique, terminology, and culture. Through drills, combos and freestyle, this class aims to help students build better groove, clarity, musicality, and confidence. This combined level class is a mixed age program for adults and youth starting from age 11.
This is an ongoing, PROGRESSIVE PROGRAM that is available for drop-ins.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Youth Jazz Funk/ Commercial Choreo
A high-energy class that fuses modern jazz technique with the latest commercial styles seen in today’s music videos, concert tours, and television. Dancers will train precision, musicality, confidence, and choreography pick-up in this fast-paced, industry-focused environment. Perfect for young dancers looking to build stage presence and take their training to the next level in preparation for professional opportunities.
A high-energy class that fuses modern jazz technique with the latest commercial styles seen in today’s music videos, concert tours, and television. Dancers will train precision, musicality, confidence, and choreography pick-up in this fast-paced, industry-focused environment. Perfect for young dancers looking to build stage presence and take their training to the next level in preparation for professional opportunities.
Thursday
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Jazz Funk/Commercial Choreo
A high-energy class that fuses modern jazz technique with the latest commercial styles seen in today’s music videos, concert tours, and television. Dancers will train precision, musicality, confidence, and choreography pick-up in this fast-paced, industry-focused environment.
A high-energy class that fuses modern jazz technique with the latest commercial styles seen in today’s music videos, concert tours, and television. Dancers will train precision, musicality, confidence, and choreography pick-up in this fast-paced, industry-focused environment.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Intermediate/Teen Hip-Hop
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Beginner/intermediate, ages 11-14)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Beginner/intermediate, ages 11-14)
Thursday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Heels
This beginner-friendly class is designed to introduce dancers to the fundamentals of heels technique, including posture, walks, lines, weight placement, and musicality. You'll build confidence, strength, and style in an empowering and supportive space that encourages you to explore movement and own your presence. No heels experience necessary — just come ready to learn, grow, and have fun!
This beginner-friendly class is designed to introduce dancers to the fundamentals of heels technique, including posture, walks, lines, weight placement, and musicality. You'll build confidence, strength, and style in an empowering and supportive space that encourages you to explore movement and own your presence. No heels experience necessary — just come ready to learn, grow, and have fun!
Thursday
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Kid-Hop
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Experienced beginner/intermediate should have at least 1 year experience in Kid-Hop, ages 4-6)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Experienced beginner/intermediate should have at least 1 year experience in Kid-Hop, ages 4-6)
Saturday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Hip-Hop and Street Dance Tech
THIS CLASS WILL FOCUS ON THE TECHNIQUES OF HIP-HOP, POPPING, BOOGALOO, LOCKING, HOUSE, WAACKING, BREAKING, KRUMP, AND MORE IF WE CAN FIT IT! IT WILL ALSO WORK ON BUILDING STRENGTH, ENDURANCE AND MUSICALITY. **REGISTERED PROGRAM WITH OPTION TO DROP IN.
THIS CLASS WILL FOCUS ON THE TECHNIQUES OF HIP-HOP, POPPING, BOOGALOO, LOCKING, HOUSE, WAACKING, BREAKING, KRUMP, AND MORE IF WE CAN FIT IT! IT WILL ALSO WORK ON BUILDING STRENGTH, ENDURANCE AND MUSICALITY. **REGISTERED PROGRAM WITH OPTION TO DROP IN.
Saturday
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Jr. Hip-Hop LVL2
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Experienced beginner/intermediate, should have 1 year experience in Jr. Hip-Hop, ages 7-10)
This is our entry program for Beginner to Intermediate level dancers. Emphasis on learning and understanding foundational Hip-Hop party grooves, to introductions to current trends and off shoot styles like Litefeet, Jooking etc. This class touches on some freestyling, battling and incorporating moves into choreography. Some introduction to Breaking, Popping, Locking. (Experienced beginner/intermediate, should have 1 year experience in Jr. Hip-Hop, ages 7-10)
Saturday
11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Beginner Hip-Hop
THIS IS OUR ENTRY PROGRAM FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE LEVEL DANCERS. EMPHASIS ON LEARNING AND UNDERSTANDING FOUNDATIONAL HIP-HOP PARTY GROOVES, TO INTRODUCTIONS TO CURRENT TRENDS AND OFF SHOOT STYLES LIKE LITEFEET, JOOKING ETC. THIS CLASS TOUCHES ON SOME FREESTYLING, BATTLING AND INCORPORATING MOVES INTO CHOREOGRAPHY. SOME INTRODUCTION TO BREAKING, POPPING, LOCKING.
THIS IS OUR ENTRY PROGRAM FOR BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE LEVEL DANCERS. EMPHASIS ON LEARNING AND UNDERSTANDING FOUNDATIONAL HIP-HOP PARTY GROOVES, TO INTRODUCTIONS TO CURRENT TRENDS AND OFF SHOOT STYLES LIKE LITEFEET, JOOKING ETC. THIS CLASS TOUCHES ON SOME FREESTYLING, BATTLING AND INCORPORATING MOVES INTO CHOREOGRAPHY. SOME INTRODUCTION TO BREAKING, POPPING, LOCKING.
Saturday
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Studio C
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Youth Tap
Introductory tap class for new dancer and those who need some brushing up! Rooted in history and culture, students will explore the foundational movements, technique and terminology. Students will begin exploring improvisation.
Introductory tap class for new dancer and those who need some brushing up! Rooted in history and culture, students will explore the foundational movements, technique and terminology. Students will begin exploring improvisation.
Saturday
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Youth Contemporary
Working on contemporary foundations through technique, floorwork, combinations and exploring what makes us unique as movers through improvised movement. With an emphasis on understanding the spine and learning how to ground. (ages 11+)
Working on contemporary foundations through technique, floorwork, combinations and exploring what makes us unique as movers through improvised movement. With an emphasis on understanding the spine and learning how to ground. (ages 11+)
Saturday
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Adult Tap
OUR INTRODUCTORY TAP CLASS IS PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS AND THOSE WANTING TO BRUSH UP ON THEIR SKILLS. ROOTED IN CULTURE AND COMMUNITY, STUDENTS WILL BEGIN THEIR JOURNEY OF BECOMING VISUAL MUSIC MAKERS.
DANCERS CAN EXPECT TO LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY OF TAP DANCE, USE MUSIC THEORY TO TRAIN OUR EARS, WORK ON TECHNIQUE AND TERMINOLOGY, EXPLORE THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPROVISATION IN TAP DANCE AND JAZZ MUSIC CULTURE AND LEARN TO FEEL CONFIDENT USING PRACTICAL APPLICATION TO APPLY THESE SKILLS.
DISCOVER THE RHYTHM AND CREATIVITY THAT MAKE TAP DANCE A UNIQUE AND VITAL ART FORM!
OUR INTRODUCTORY TAP CLASS IS PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS AND THOSE WANTING TO BRUSH UP ON THEIR SKILLS. ROOTED IN CULTURE AND COMMUNITY, STUDENTS WILL BEGIN THEIR JOURNEY OF BECOMING VISUAL MUSIC MAKERS.
DANCERS CAN EXPECT TO LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY OF TAP DANCE, USE MUSIC THEORY TO TRAIN OUR EARS, WORK ON TECHNIQUE AND TERMINOLOGY, EXPLORE THE IMPORTANCE OF IMPROVISATION IN TAP DANCE AND JAZZ MUSIC CULTURE AND LEARN TO FEEL CONFIDENT USING PRACTICAL APPLICATION TO APPLY THESE SKILLS.
DISCOVER THE RHYTHM AND CREATIVITY THAT MAKE TAP DANCE A UNIQUE AND VITAL ART FORM!
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio B
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
Mixed Freestyle Development
STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO BUILD THEIR FREESTYLE THROUGH REPETITIVE WORK THAT INCORPORATES VARIOUS ADDED ELEMENTS SUCH AS LEVEL CHANGES, TIMING/POCKETS, TEMPO CHANGE, ISOLATIONS, MUSIC CHANGES AND OTHER FREESTYLE CONCEPTS. THE GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO ALLOW DANCERS TO GAIN A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF VARIATIONS AND EXTENSIONS OF EXISITNG VOCABULARY, LEARNING HOW TO DO WHAT THEY ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO- IN AS MANY WAYS AS POSSIBLE! EARN TO FREESTYLE TO ANY MUSIC, AND BATTLE ANY TYPE OF COMPETITOR. BEST RESULTS WHEN REGISTERED IN ANOTHER TECHNIQUE BASED CLASS LIKE HIP-HOP, POPPING, BREAKING.
STUDENTS WILL LEARN HOW TO BUILD THEIR FREESTYLE THROUGH REPETITIVE WORK THAT INCORPORATES VARIOUS ADDED ELEMENTS SUCH AS LEVEL CHANGES, TIMING/POCKETS, TEMPO CHANGE, ISOLATIONS, MUSIC CHANGES AND OTHER FREESTYLE CONCEPTS. THE GOAL OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO ALLOW DANCERS TO GAIN A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF VARIATIONS AND EXTENSIONS OF EXISITNG VOCABULARY, LEARNING HOW TO DO WHAT THEY ALREADY KNOW HOW TO DO- IN AS MANY WAYS AS POSSIBLE! EARN TO FREESTYLE TO ANY MUSIC, AND BATTLE ANY TYPE OF COMPETITOR. BEST RESULTS WHEN REGISTERED IN ANOTHER TECHNIQUE BASED CLASS LIKE HIP-HOP, POPPING, BREAKING.
Saturday
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Studio A
DMD | Defining Movement Dance
DMD | Defining Movement Dance