City Dance Corps Hip Hop Performance Crew
About the crew
Welcome to The Groove Crew at City Dance Corps! We empower young dancers aged 8- 12 through hip-hop and street style dance, fostering confidence, creativity, and community engagement. Our supportive environment emphasizes inclusivity, professional guidance, fun, and respect, helping dancers grow both artistically and personally.
At City Dance Corps Groove Crew, we nurture the creative potential of young dancers, instilling confidence and passion for hip-hop and street style dance. Our mission is to provide a supportive and inclusive space for artistic and personal growth, while positively impacting our communities through performances and local event participation.
Dancers are accepted into the crew through video auditions and are required to dance 2.5 hours per week.
Our Values
Empowerment:
We are committed to fostering an environment where every member of our crew feels empowered and confident to express themselves through dance. We provide the tools, techniques, and knowledge required to develop strong hip-hop and street style foundations.
Creativity
Creativity is at the heart of hip-hop culture. We encourage our young
dancers to embrace their unique artistic voices, fostering creativity through choreography, freestyling, and improvisation.
Community Engagement:
We understand the importance of giving back to
our communities. Our crew members will have opportunities to showcase their talent at local performances and community events, spreading joy and positivity through their art.
Fun & Friendship
While we strive for excellence, we also prioritize fun and the development of lasting friendships among our crew members. Dance should be an enjoyable journey of self-discovery.
Respect & Discipline
We instill a sense of respect for oneself, fellow dancers, instructors, and the art of dance. Discipline and commitment are essential for growth, and we encourage our dancers to embrace these values.
Meet the choreographers
AUDITIONS 2024/25 SEASON
Calling all dancers 8 - 12! Audition to be a part of our performance Hip Hop crew this upcoming season. The crew rehearses at our Toronto location.
Deadline to audition: August 25, 2024
To audition dancers must:
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be between 8 - 12 years of age. If your child is close to the age range, please contact us first at crew@citydancecorps.com
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submit a 2 min video of themselves dancing to Hip Hop. This could be a performance or just freestyling at home.
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submit a 1 min video introduction including their name, age, and why they love to dance
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must be available for rehearsals on Thursdays, as well as willing to take an additional weekly Hip Hop class at our studio.
Established in 2002.
Dance More. Live More.
ADDRESS
TORONTO LOCATION
950 Dupont Street
Toronto, ON M6H 1Z2
OAKVILLE LOCATION
2630 Bristol Circle Unit 100
Oakville ON, L6H 6Z7
416-260-2356