Beginner Step (Ages 8-12)
In this one time class, students will learn a beginner level step routine.
Sherryln Thompson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(52)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
It was the focus of movies such as Stomp the Yard and Step Sisters. It has been incorporated into choreography from Disney's Descendants, Zombies 2, and Beyonce's 2018 Coachella performance. Are you ready to learn how to step?! Stepping is a fun and energetic form of percussive dance in which the participant's entire body is used as an instrument to produce rhythms through a mixture of footsteps, spoken word, and hand claps. During this one time class, after a quick warm up, students will be given an introduction to beginner level step moves through a short routine. Since this is a beginners level class, no previous experience is necessary.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please ensure that your student has an open space free from potential hazards. Students should have appropriate foot attire such as sneakers and a water bottle as we will take quick water breaks.
By enrolling your student in this class, you understand that your student's participation may involve risk, including, but not limited to sprains, pulled muscles,aches and pains and overall general soreness. It is also understood that any instruction provided is intended only to guide students through warm ups and choreography using proper form and technique. It is up to you and your student to monitor intensity levels and to make your own determination concerning the appropriate level of activity based on the student's physical health. You understand that any questions concerning the student's ability to participate should be discussed with your physician.
Supply List
The only materials needed for this class are hard bottom shoes such as sneakers or boots. While stepping can be performed anywhere, it is best to use a non-carpeted floor so that you can easily hear the sounds your feet make.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
52reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
My mom says that I came out of the womb dancing but I had my first experience with choreographed dancing when I was around 10 years old. My early formal training was in ballet, modern, and jazz. I quickly discovered a love for hip hop, pom, and kick line as a member of both junior and senior high dance teams.
Upon arrival at the University of Oklahoma, I continued my formal training with classes in jazz, modern, and broadway style dance. I also performed with a variety of campus based dance teams and learned the art of stepping as a member of the Kappa Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. My many dance endeavors in college led me to win Favorite Dancer in the 2001 Zeta Phi Beta People’s Choice Awards.
After moving to Minnesota, I continued taking hip hop classes and became a dance instructor. I also continued with my love of stepping as a member (3 years) and “step master” (2 years) for the Minneapolis-St. Paul Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. step team, earning three 1st place titles at the Midwest Greek Step Show.
Although I have “retired” from performing and competing, I have continued with my passion for dance and step through coaching and choreographing for youth dance and step teams for the last 14 years.
Are you interested in a class that isn't offered for your learner's age? Let me know! I'd love to add a section to suit your needs.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-6 learners per class
