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Hip-Hop Dance

Hip-Hop Dance

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Hip-hop dance is a hugely popular street dance that includes sub-styles such as breaking, locking and popping. Its fun nature boosts children's motivation for sport. A sense of rhythm and creative self-expression develop quickly.

Benefits
  • Creativity and self-expression
  • Sense of rhythm
  • Coordination
  • Self-confidence
  • Socializing
Physical Development

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Supporting
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Primary Muscles

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Supporting Muscles

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Fitness Components

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Physical Demands
Coordination
High
Endurance
Medium
Strength
Low
Flexibility
Medium
Height advantage: Doesn’t matter
Body type: Doesn’t matter
Development by Age
6

Up to age 6

Free movement to music, groove exercises

9

Up to age 9

Basic combos, small performances

13

Up to age 13

Freestyle battles, dance competitions

A Family Sports Background Helps
Dance: A sense of rhythm and coordination are passed on

Starting age

Ages 4+ (ideal: 6)

Competition age

Ages 9+

Weekly time

Beginner 1–2 hours
Intermediate 2–4 hours
Advanced 4–6 hours

Estimated monthly cost

TRY 1,200 – TRY 3,500

Equipment
Sportswear₺200–500
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Sneakers (with suitable soles)₺400–1,200
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Where to Buy

Specialist sports shops near you
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Hip-Hop Dance Videos

Technique guides and training videos

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Hip-Hop Dance Lessons — Simple Moves

A video teaching the basic moves to hip-hop dance beginners

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Simple Hip-Hop Moves for Beginners

A fun Turkish lesson on the simplest hip-hop moves

Related Coach Articles

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Getting Started in Hip-Hop Dance: Rhythm and Freedom for Kids

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How Does Dance Support Children's Social and Emotional Development?

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6 Things Parents Should Look for When Choosing a Dance School

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