Dance programs Cancelled until further notice
EMCC offers a dance programs for children and adults. Dance is an art form, a means of self-expression, healthy exercise, and so much more.
“Step” – Cancelled until further notice
Thanks to the Fit Youth Initiative grant, middle school students at EMCC learn the fundamentals of “step” from East High School step team (KIOJA) alumni. The group focuses on team work, community service, and sisterhood. The program helps middle school girls build friendships based on mutual respect and a common interest.
Performing Ourselves – Cancelled until further notice
This hip-hop and creative dance class for pre-teens and teens uses movement and dance to build leadership skills, self-esteem, resiliency and connection. Groups include the EMCC “Extremes” (grades 6-9) and EMCC “Minis” (grades 1-5). The season ends with a final show at the UW-Madison Dance Department.
Breakdance – Cancelled until further notice
The Madison Breakers
This hip-hop dance group for teens and young adults has been meeting at EMCC since 2009. Each week, numerous dancers come together to jam, bond, and teach one another moves. They perform at local events and competitions throughout the year.
The Break Starters
This all-age breakin’ group for beginners teaches introductory break dance moves. The instructors help build confidence in new dancers. Once they master the basics, participants move on to the Electrics or the Madison Breakers.
The Electrics
The Electrics are a pre-teen and teen girls hip-hop dance company with their own UW trained teacher. They practice a more lyrical form of hip hop and keeps evolving as a beautiful creative form of modern dance. The Electrics meet weekly and the season ends with a grand show on the UW campus dance stage. People from all over the city perform. The day ends with a reception for friends and family and each student is presented with a rose.