{"id":309,"date":"2026-04-13T04:22:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T04:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/?page_id=309"},"modified":"2026-05-05T21:31:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T21:31:50","slug":"modern-and-folk","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/index.php\/programs\/modern-and-folk\/","title":{"rendered":"Hip Hop, Lyrical, Jazz Funk, and Folk"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In this class students explore a number of modern dance techniques, as well as traditional Ukrainian Folk dance if they choose. Scroll down for more info and some examples from our students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Please note<\/u><\/strong>: classes are 10 &#8211; 12 students so register early.\u00a0 Our intimate class size ensures every dancer receives personalized guidance, builds strong technique, and feels truly seen. It\u2019s a space where creativity flourishes and confidence grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ages 3-5 Saturday 9:30-10:10. <em>Class is full.  Introduction to dance starts April 11<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ages 3-9 Monday and Friday 5:30-6:45 p.m. <em>Class is full. <a href=\"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gilea-registration-fillable-form.pdf\">Preregister for summer!<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ages 10-16 Monday and Friday 6:30-8 p.m. <em>Class is full. <a href=\"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Gilea-registration-fillable-form.pdf\">Preregister for summer!<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Hip Hop\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1182506415?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hip-Hop<\/strong>&nbsp;is a dynamic and energetic street dance style that originated in the United States as part of hip-hop culture. It includes a variety of techniques such as grooves, isolations, footwork, freestyle, and choreographed combinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The style focuses on rhythm, musicality, coordination, and individual expression. Hip-Hop encourages dancers to develop confidence, creativity, and strong performance skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, Hip-Hop is widely used in stage performances, competitions, and music videos, and continues to evolve through different substyles and influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lyrical and Acro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Lyrical\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1182507695?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Acro (Acrobatic Dance)<\/u><\/strong>&nbsp;is a dance style that combines classical dance technique with elements of contemporary and jazz, together with acrobatics and gymnastics. It blends flexibility, strength, balance, and control with fluid, expressive movement.<br><br>Dancers learn skills such as rolls, handstands, cartwheels, bridges, walkovers, and other acrobatic elements, while maintaining proper technique, musicality, and smooth transitions between tricks and choreography.<br><br>Acro helps develop coordination, body control, flexibility, and physical strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jazz Funk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Jazz Funk\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1182509607?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Jazz Funk<\/u><\/strong>&nbsp;is a high-energy and expressive dance style that combines elements of jazz technique with hip-hop grooves and commercial choreography. It is often seen in music videos, concerts, and stage performances.<br><br>The style focuses on sharp movements, clean lines, body isolations, musicality, and strong performance quality. Jazz-Funk allows dancers to develop confidence, coordination, flexibility, and stage presence.<br><br>This style is dynamic, powerful, and full of personality, encouraging dancers to express themselves with attitude and precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ukrainian Folk Dance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-id=\"311\" src=\"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ukrainian-Folk-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"Ukrainian folk dance kelowna dance classes kelowna modern dance\" class=\"wp-image-311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ukrainian-Folk-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ukrainian-Folk-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ukrainian-Folk-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gileadance.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ukrainian-Folk.jpg 1356w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ukrainian Folk Dance&nbsp;<\/strong>is a traditional dance style that reflects the history, culture, and spirit of Ukraine. It is known for its energetic footwork, expressive movements, strong character, and vibrant choreography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The style includes both lyrical and powerful elements, combining grace, strength, coordination, and endurance. Dancers develop rhythm, technique, stamina, and teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stylization blends traditional Ukrainian movements with modern choreography, contemporary technique, and stage interpretation. It preserves cultural roots while presenting the dance in a fresh and artistic way suitable for performances and competitions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this class students explore a number of modern dance techniques, as well as traditional Ukrainian Folk dance if they choose. Scroll down for more info and some examples from our students. 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