Top Hip Hop Dance Classes in Singapore

What is hip hop dance?

Hip hop dance is a type of street dance style that is typically performed to hip hop music.

There is a wide range of styles that fall under hip hop dance, including breaking, funk, and reggae.

Where did hip hop dance originate from?

Hip hop dance was said to have begun between the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. It was subsequently made popular by dance crews in the United States.

The dance movements were said to be inspired by African dancing and eventually flourished as a new style of dance that is performed on the street. Today, hip hop dance movements incorporate various dance genres, including modern dance, tap, and swing.

Where can I sign up for hip hop dance classes in Singapore?

With the growing number of professional and recreational hip hop scene in Singapore, there are plenty of dance studios for you to channel your inner groove.

If you are keen to give hip hop dance a shot, consider enrolling yourself in these top hip hop dance classes in Singapore.

Dance Studio	Dancepointe Academy
Specialty	Wide range of dance classes Hip hop lessons for all ages Includes examinations and certifications
Pricing	Contact for lesson fees
Website	https://dancepointe.com.sg
Address	View locations here
Telephone	View respective contact details here
Operating Hours	Varies by outlet

 

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Dance Studio	Danz People
Specialty	Fun-loving, dedicated and professional team of instructors trained in a myriad of genres   Various genres of hip hop classes available
Pricing	View lesson rates here
Website	http://www.danzpeople.com/
Address	Marina Square Shopping Mall, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-15/17, Singapore 039594
Contact	Telephone: 65 6884 9072 Email: dance@danzpeople.com
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 10 am – 2.30 pm (by appointment only) Mon – Fri: 2.30pm – 10pm Sat: 10.30am – 6.30pm Sun: 12noon – 6.30pm

 

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Dance Studio	RECOGNIZE! Studios
Specialty	Provides quality education for all types of dance forms Strive to constantly grow and support the urban artistic community Hip hop dance classes that are open to all ages Equipped with reputable local and international dance instructors
Pricing	View lesson rates here
Website	https://recognizestudios.com/
Address	Downtown Gallery (OUE Downtown 2), 6A Shenton Way, #02-25/26/27, S(068815)
Contact	Telephone: 65 6509 0650 Email: info@recognizestudios.com
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 5pm – 10pm Sat: 11am – 10pm

 

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Dance Studio	STEP Studio
Specialty	Small group classes to optimise learning Lessons for all levels, from beginner to advanced Offers a variety of dance genres
Pricing	Beginner levels: $136 for 8 weeks Intermediate levels: $148 for 8 weeks Advanced levels: $160 for 8 weeks
Website	https://www.step.sg/
Address	Peace Centre #04-13, 1 Sophia Road, Singapore 228149
Contact	Telephone: 65 6397 4989 Email: dance@step.sg
Operating Hours	Varies by lesson

 

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Dance Studio	O School
Specialty	Longest-running dance studios in Singapore Offers weekly hip-hop dance classes and open dance classes Offers foundation classes for dance newbies
Pricing	$15 for 1 Studio Class Credit $56 for 4 Studio Class Credits $125 for 10 Studio Class Credits
Website	https://www.oschool.com.sg/
Address	*SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, #04-04, S(237978)
Email	info@oschool.com.sg
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 5pm – 9.30pm Sat: 11am – 4pm

 

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Dance Studio	Converge Studios
Specialty	Located near CBD and ideal for working adults Caters to dancers of all levels Affordable hip hop class rates
Pricing	Single Class : SGD 15 (valid for 7 days) (valid for 5 months)  5 Class Package : SGD 60 (valid for 2 months) (valid for 6 months) 10 Class Package : SGD 120 (valid for 5 months) (valid for 9 months) 20 Class Package : SGD 220 (valid for 6 months) (valid for 10 months
Website	https://www.convergestudios.sg/
Address	137 Cecil Street, #02-01, S(069537)
Contact	Telephone: 65 6221 7980 Email: enquiries@convergestudios.sg
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 5pm – 10.30pm Sat: 12pm – 4.30pm Sun: 11am – 3.30pm

 

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Dance Studio	Nasty Drills
Specialty	Specialise in street dance education Ideal for those who want to pursue formal street dance foundation training Offers foundation classes for begineer dancers
Pricing	View lesson rates here
Website	https://www.nastydrills.com
Address	10 Square, Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road, #10-01, S(238896)
Telephone	Contact them via the form here
Operating Hours	Depends on lesson schedule

 

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Dance Studio	Kulture Studios
Specialty	Offers Korean pop, girls’ hip-hop and Bboy classes Suitable for beginners
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.kulture.com.sg/
Address	Kallang Wave Mall,1 Stadium Place, #02-05, S(397628)
Telephone	Telephone: 65 6384 6680
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 11am – 10pm Sat – Sun: 10am – 8pm

 

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Dance Studio	EV Dance
Specialty	One of Singapore’s leading dance studios Team of talented and passionate instructors Provides dance foundation courses that span a period of approximately 6 weeks
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.evdance.com.sg/
Address	51 Waterloo Street, #03-01, S(187969)
Contact	Telephone: 65 9785 0578 Email: info@evdance.com.sg
Operating Hours	Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat: 10am – 10pm Sun: 9am – 6pm

 

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Dance Studio	Legacy Dance Co.
Specialty	Provides a well-structured dance education system
Pricing	1-1 private class: from $100/h Group of 2-8pax: $150/h Group of 9-12pax: $170/h
Website	https://www.legacydanceco.com.sg/
Address	Marina Square Shopping Centre, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #03-03, S(039594)
Contact	Telephone: 65 91151858 Email: legacydco@gmail.com
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 6.30pm – 9pm Sat: 2.30pm – 7pm

 

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Dance Studio	P.A.T.H ACME Academy
Specialty	A comprehensive platform to nurture the next generation of confident Professional and highly experience instructors
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.acme-academy.com/
Address	Aik Chuan Building, 17 Leng Kee Road, S(159092)
Contact	Telephone: 65 6890 6325 Email: ​info@acme-academy.com
Operating Hours	Mon – Fri: 10am – 8.30pm Sat – Sun: By appointment only

 

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Dance Studio	5tth Avenue
Specialty	Offers street jazz and hip hop Highly experienced team of choreographers
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.5thavenue.com.sg/
Address	View locations here
Contact	Telephone: 65 6565 6368 Email: enquiries@5thavenue.com.sg
Operating Hours	Varies by outlet and lesson schedule

 

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Dance Studio	TRDO
Specialty	Edgy, bold and quirky contemporary dance company Highly experienced team of instructors
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.trdoco.sg/
Address	ICB Enterprise House, 116 Middle Road, S188972 #06-04
Email	holla@trdoco.sg
Operating Hours	Varies by lesson schedule

 

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Dance Studio	Stepping Out Studios
Specialty	Offers classes for all ages, from kids to adults Experienced, professional staff  Offers new state-of-the-art facilities
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.steppingoutstudios.com.sg/
Address	180 Kitchener Road, #08-05 City Square Mall, Singapore 208539
Telephone	65 6509 4300
Operating Hours	Monday: 10:00am – 6:00pm Tuesday: 9.30am – 6:30pm Wednesday: 9:30am – 6:30pm Thursday: 9.30am – 6:30pm Friday: CLOSED Saturday: 9:00am – 4:00pm Sunday: 9:00am –5:30pm

 

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Dance Studio	Urban Steps Academy
Specialty	Establishing a platform to connect dance and music Strong industry professionalism in dance
Pricing	Contact for lesson rates
Website	https://www.urbanstepsacademy.com/
Address	11 North Buona Vista Drive, #08-09 The Metropolis, Singapore 138589
Contact	Telephone: 65 8822 7890 Email: hello@urbanstepsacademy.com
Operating Hours	Varies by outlet

 

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Dance Studio	Tru’Dance
Specialty	Hip hop classes catered to all levels, from kids to teens and adults Multiple location islandwide Experienced and award-winning instructors
Pricing	Contact for class rates
Website	https://www.trudance.com/wp/
Address	View locations here
Telephone	65 6786 3227
Operating Hours	Depends on the lesson schedule

 

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Dance Studio	Attitude Arts
Specialty	Offers state-of-the-art facilities Extensive dance genres of classes offered Lessons are catered to all levels, from beginners to advanced
Pricing	Contact for class rates
Website	https://attitudearts.com/
Address	No 1, Jalan Anak Bukit Bukit Timah Plaza 01-29 & 15 Singapore 588996
Telephone	Telephone: 65 6467 9738 Email: apas29@singnet.com.sg
Operating Hours	9 AM – 9:30 PM daily Closed on public holidays

 

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Dance Studio	Crestar School of Dance
Specialty	One of the largest private dance schools in Singapore High-quality dance teachers and instructors Offers a diverse range of dance programmes
Pricing	Contact for class rates
Website	https://crestardance.com.sg/
Address	View locations here
Email	enquire@crestardance.com.sg
Operating Hours	Monday to Friday – 1.00pm to 9.30pm Saturday – 9.00am to 7.00pm Sunday – 9.00am to 6.00pm

 

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Dance Studio	JR Fitness
Specialty	Combines workouts and dance Offers extensive range of dance classes
Pricing	View membership rates here
Website	https://www.jrfitness.com.sg/
Address	View locations here
Email	info@jrfitness.com.sg
Operating Hours	Daily, 9am-9pm

 

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Dance Studio	Tanglin Arts Studio
Specialty	One of the leading dance institutions for children in Singapore Follows the ATOD (Australian Teachers of Dancing) and Acrobatic Arts syllabus Offers trial lessons for kids and adults
Pricing	Contact for class rates
Website	https://www.tanglinartsstudio.com/
Address	Tanglin Arts Studio Hollandse Club 22, Camden Park Singapore 299814
Contact	Telephone: 65 8123 6770 Email: info@tanglinartsstudio.com
Operating Hours	Depends on lesson schedule

 

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What are some of the most iconic hip hop dance styles?

As hip hop dance has been continuously evolving since its debut in the early 1970’s, there are far too many styles under hip hop dance styles.

However, most hip hop dance studios will agree that there are a couple of iconic styles that define that hip hop today.

Breakdancing

Breaking, also commonly referred to as b-boying or b-girling, is thought to be one of the very first styles of hip hop.

This dance move is typically characterised by acrobatic power moves, top rock, down rock, and freezes. Top rock and down rock essentially refers to foot movement performed from a standing position as well as movements performed on the floor. 

Locking and Popping

While locking and popping are considered as two separate hip hop dance styles, these two often go hand in hand.

Locking involves freezing from a fast movement, essentially “locking” in a certain position. The “locked” position is held for a short while before continuing the dance movements at the same speed as before. 

On the other hand, popping is akin to having your body go through a wave. This type of dance style is concentrated on certain body parts, and involves sharp contrast of dance styles. The dance movements can either be robotic and rigid, or loose and flowing. 

Funk

Funk dance styles are commonly danced to funk music. Funk hip hop dance is typically a fusion of other hip hop dance styles including locking, popping, and another style known as waving.

This type of dance style is usually highly choreographed and leverages on a mix of fluid and sharp dance movements.

Reggae

Reggae is considered one of the most influential dance styles in the development of hip hop. Reggae is one the hip hop styles that invokes sensuality due to its Latin influences. 

There is typically no standard dance movements in reggae and it is about finding your own groove to the music.

Lyrical

Lyrical is a relatively unique hip hop dance style in which the movements tell a story and are danced to the words of the music instead of its beat. 

Dance movements in lyrical hip hop typically involve slow, fluid movements such as gliding as well as contemporary-inspired movements. 

Stepping

Stepping is a form of group dance that involves the use of body movements to create percussive beats. There are various ways to achieve this, such as stomping, clapping or even using spoken words. 

Liquid Dance

Liquid dancing is a type of fluid and graceful dance that focuses on the arms and hands. It involves moving the body flexibility, as if it is made of liquid.

Some types of liquid dance may involve pantomime and advanced dancers may even use a range of body movements to execute the moves.

Do I need prior dance experience to sign up for a hip hop dance class?

Absolutely not! While having prior dance experience will certainly provide you with an advantage on learning the dance moves, it is not necessary to have extensive dance experience when signing up for hip hop dance class.

Anyone with a passion for dancing or simply want to let loose and have some fun can sign up for a hip hop dance class!

What can I prepare for my first hip hop dance class?

Finally decided on enrolling yourself in your first hip hop dance class? Congratulations!

If this is your first time taking part in any form of dance classes, you may wonder how to prepare for it, or even what to wear for the class! Should you be wearing tights? Is there a need to invest in good shoes or will you be dancing barefooted?

Here are some tips to help you prepare for your first hip hop dance class:

Dress the part

Wearing jeans or a tube top is unlikely to be a comfortable outfit for you to dance in. However, that does not mean that you need to be wearing a leotard. Hip hop dance involves a lot of athletic movements and it is wise to wear appropriate clothing that allows you to move easily.

Ideal clothing for a hip hop dance class may include tights and a light cotton short-sleeved shirt. However, if you are unsure whether the clothing that you have in mind is suitable for the class, you may also contact the dance studio prior to attending your first lesson. 

Test your shoes

While it is important to ensure that you have a good pair of shoes for your hip hop dance class to prevent potential injuries, this does not necessarily mean that you have to go all out and splurge on an expensive shoe.

Any regular pair of sneakers will work perfectly fine for your hip hop class. As hip hop dance movements involve a lot of movements and floor work, it would be wise to test your shoes to ensure that it has a good grip and is anti-slip.

Think about your hair

Depending on the genre of the hip hop class that you signed up for, the dance style may involve a lot of body movements. The last thing that you want is for your hair to get in your way.

While some dance movements may involve swinging your hair as part of the choreography, it is best to ensure that your hair is neatly tied up in a ponytail or bun to avoid it smacking into your face.

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