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May 18, 2023
Whether you’re a dance enthusiast visiting Hong Kong or a local looking for a dance class, you’re in luck. Hong Kong is an exciting city with a thriving dance industry that offers world-class drop-in dance lessons that cater to different styles and levels, just like those in the dance meccas of Los Angeles and Seoul. Here are some of the best dance studios in Hong Kong offering drop-in dance classes, where you can stop by at any time, simply joining classes that fit your schedule.
BeDREX Dance Studio
BeDREX stands for “believe in your dreams and excitements”. The studio is in Tsim Sha Tsui and offers a friendly and easily accessible dance experience to internationals and locals. Established by industry veterans Haruna Kunisawa and Kenny Wong in 2014, BeDREX offers 40 classes from more than 30 industry-famous choreographers.
The studio offers dance styles ranging from Jazz-funk, to Hip-hop, to modern-contemporary choreography classes. This Instagram-trending spot offers both training classes and open classes, which suit all levels of dancers, including everyone from beginners to advanced dancers. Walk-ins are welcome and you can book your class here, to reserve yourself a spot.
Where: BeDREX Dance Studio, Room 101-102, 1/F, Oriental Centre, 67-71 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Jazz-funk, Hip-Hop, Modern-contemporary choreographies
How much: HKD$165/Regular Class; HKD$145/Training Class
Training Ground HK
Training Ground HK is the ideal studio for those who want to explore their sexy and feminine side. Founded in 2020 by internationally renowned jazz funk choreographer Zero Tang, it is the only dance studio that focuses on the conventionally feminine style of dance in Hong Kong. The studio offers mainly Jazz Funk, Voguing, and Choreography classes.
Training Ground also provides body development classes for beginners and for those who want to have thorough training in jazz dance basics. Their signature class would be heels lessons, where technical and experienced dancers from the industry will teach you the most attention-grabbing runway walks and jazz turns.
Where: Training Ground HK, 1804, China Shipbuilding Tower, 650 Cheung Sha Wan, Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Jazz-funk, Voguing, Heels, Contemporary
How much: HKD$140/Regular Class
Locus Dance Studio
Newly opened in 2022, this studio offers street-style dance classes. Hip-Hop, Urban and Jazz funk classes are welcome for students new to dance, as well as beginners, intermediate and advanced-level dancers. One unique feature of the studio is its interior design, which features artwork and displayed crafts, creating a space that embraces creativity. Locus is definitely a place to let your individuality and own unique interpretation of dance shine.
Where: Locus Dance Studio, 11/F, 28 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Hip-hop, Urban, Jazz-funk
How much: HKD$150-HKD$180/Class, Varies for different tutors
Dreamcast Academy
Dreamcast Academy has trained new stars in the industry for years, and finally opened their own dance studio this year. Established by industry-star Danie Chan, the studio provides styles which showcase strong basics for Girl’s hip-hop, Jazz Funk, and choreographed routines. Students of all levels can enjoy the vibe of partying and dancing in the studio.
Where: Dreamcast Academy, Flat B 4/F, Contempo Tower, 81 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Girl’s Hip-hop, Jazz-funk, Dancehall, Choreography
How much: HKD$160/Class
Crewplayers
One of Hong Kong’s all-time most famous studios, Crewplayers was established in 2006 and is one of the earliest places l Hong Kong to provide drop-in street dance classes. Hosting some of the most intense classes in Hong Kong, the studio is well known for bringing world-renowned choreographers and artists to the Hong Kong dance industry. Lessons here cover a style from Urban dance, Jazz-funk, Hip-hop, House, and Breaking.
Where: Crewplayers, Unit 304, Fuk Hong Industrial Building, 60-62B Tong Mei Road, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Urban, Jazz-funk, Hip-hop, House, Breaking
How much: HKD$160/Class
Infinity Dance Studio
Infinity Dance Studio has been in the industry for two decades and is a favorite amongst students, performers, and choreographers in Hong Kong. It is one of the leading dance forces of Hong Kong’s performance scenes and has an emphasis on quality training and a culture-tailored atmosphere.
The studio brings the latest dance trends to Hong Kong, providing a wide range of dance styles including Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and Jazz-funk. A drop-in class at Infinity Dance Studio will surely be endorphin-boosting.
Where: Infinity Dance Studio, 4/F, Hermes Commercial Centre, 4 Hillwood Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Dance Styles: Hip-hop, Contemporary, Jazz-funk
How much: HKD$140/Class
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