FLOorwork: foundations for streetdance

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Strength-based floorwork and dynamic movement for aspiring breakdancers


Currently offered: Every other Saturday, 2:00pm-3:15pm, with Ezra Sawyer

Currently offered: Every other Saturday, 2:00–3:15pm with Ezra Sawyer. Starts 1/17/2026. 

Floorwork: Foundations for Streetdance is a physically challenging, technique-driven class that builds the strength, coordination, and confidence needed for streetdance styles, especially breaking, through structured floorwork training.

This class focuses on developing full-body strength, core stability, joint readiness, and efficient movement pathways on and off the floor. Students will explore how to safely transition down to the floor, travel while low, and return to standing with control and power. While inspired by breakdancing and other street styles, the skills taught here are valuable for dancers, athletes, and movers from many backgrounds.

Expect a workout that is intentional, demanding, and rewarding.

About Ezra
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  • Each class is designed to prepare your body for specific breakdance-related skills through progressive, repeatable training. Classes typically include:

    • A full-body warm-up emphasizing joint preparation and mobility

    • Technical drills focused on traveling close to the floor

    • Core strengthening and conditioning

    Dynamic, introductory breakdance-inspired floorwork skills and patterns

  • What You’ll Learn

    • Step patterning and travel 

    • How to safely and efficiently get to the floor and back up

    • Core engagement strategies for supporting dynamic movement

    • Strength and coordination for low-level traveling

    Body awareness and control during dynamic transitions

  • This class is a great fit for:

    • People who want to eventually learn breakdancing or other streetdance styles

    • Young athletes, who often thrive due to mobility, joint health, and energy levels

    • Modern or contemporary dancers looking to improve strength-based floorwork

    • Anyone looking for an intense, focused, skills-based core workout

    Although beginner-friendly in structure, this class is physically demanding. Students should come prepared to work hard and challenge themselves.

    Recommended baseline:Participants should be able to hold a front plank for approximately 60 seconds.

    Students with mobility limitations are welcome, but participation may be difficult if you experience significant wrist pain or have severe limitations in wrist range of motion.

    Looking for Something More Accessible?

    If you’re looking for a tough workout but need a more accessible fitness option, check out SASs.

  • Yes! This class is open to all ages. Teens and children ages 8 and older are encouraged to participate.

    • Parental consent is required for participants under 18. Parents of young dancers are welcome and encouraged to stay and watch class!

    Adult students should note that this class includes young participants. If you prefer an adult-only environment, please explore our other class offerings or request a private lesson.

    • Builds real, functional strength and balance

    • Improves confidence moving on and off the floor

    • Challenges both your body and your coordination 

    • Develops core control that supports all dance styles

    • Teaches safe movement pathways that protect joints and prevent injury

  • Attire: Wear clothes you can move comfortably and confidently in. Workout clothes are ideal.

    Footwear: Clean tennis shoes or bare feet.

    Bring:

    • Knee pads (strongly recommended for comfort and safety)

    • Water

Break a sweat, tone your muscles, and have fun doing it!

Currently offered: Tuesdays, 5:45 to 6:45 with Heidi Pennington

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Looking for a workout that actually feels fun? Strength and Stamina Dance Party (SASs) is an affordable adult fitness class with the energy of a dance party and the benefits of a full-body conditioning session. Designed to challenge adults of all experience levels, this class blends accessible dance steps with fundamental fitness principles, including elements of barre and Pilates, to help you tone muscles, improve stamina, enhance coordination, and boost overall energy.

No prior dance experience is required, and modifications are provided so everyone can participate safely while still getting an intense workout!

  • Each session is structured to give you both a workout and a creative outlet:

    • Cardio warmup: Elevate your heart rate with rhythmic, easy-to-follow aerobic exercises.

    • Strength and conditioning: Sculpt and tone muscles through dance-based exercises and functional movements.

    • Dance combinations: Share in the joy of movement with short, expressive routines inspired by jazz, musical theater, and lyrical styles, fun and accessible to dancers of all levels, including beginners. 


    Every class moves at a pace that challenges you without feeling intimidating, offering a full-body workout that’s energizing and fun. Whether you want to improve endurance, add variety to your weekly fitness routine, or simply dance your stress away, SASs provides an inclusive, supportive environment. Get ready to smile and sweat at the same time!

  • This class is a great fit for you if: 

    • You’re an adult 18+ seeking a high-energy, fun workout and a sense of community

    • You’re a beginner looking for a dance fitness class

    • You’re an experienced dancer or athlete looking for a structured cardio, strength, and stamina workout

    • You’ve enjoyed HDC’s Dance for Musical Theater class in the past

    No dance background? No problem! Every movement is accessible, and instructors offer modifications to meet each participant where they are.

  • SASs is open to adults aged 18+ only. 

  • Join us for Strength and Stamina Dance Party (SASs) and discover how fun a full-body workout can be when it feels like a dance party:

    • Fun and motivating: Turn your fitness session into a dance party!

    • Full-body benefits: Build strength, stamina, and flexibility while improving coordination.

    • Creative expression: Short jazz, musical theater, and lyrical inspired dance combos let you explore musicality in a judgment-free space.

    • Supportive environment: Friendly instructors and participants make every class enjoyable.

    • Accessible for all levels: Modifications provided so everyone can move safely and confidently.

    Affordable: SASs is $10, for everybody, always. We believe the joy of movement should be available to everyone in our community.

  • Attire: Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move in–workout clothes and layers recommended. 

    Footwear: For footwear, bare feet or grippy socks will work best. 

    Bring: Bring water with you! 

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