Hip-Hop Absolute beginner
Absolute Beginner Hip-Hop.
at Sammy Dyer School Of The Theatre, Chicago · 4.8★ (6 Google reviews)
Next class
Sat, Oct 24, 12:00 PM
Saturdays 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Ask first: Email
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute absolute beginner hip-hop class, on Saturdays at 12:00 PM, at Sammy Dyer School Of The Theatre, 4701 S Martin Luther King Dr. The studio lists 15 classes a week: Tap (4), Ballet (2), Hip-Hop (2), Tots Combo (2), Adult African, and Afrobeats, and 4 of them are at beginner level.
DanceHow data
Hip-Hop classes in Chicago
Every hip-hop class we track in Chicago, read from studio timetables.
128
hip-hop classes a week
73
studios teach it
39%
start at 6:00 PM or later
10%
are beginner level
Hip-Hop classes by day
Monday is the busiest day for hip-hop in Chicago (22 of 59 dated classes). 39% start at 6:00 PM or later. No hip-hop class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at Sammy Dyer School Of The Theatre
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Remind me before Sat, Oct 24
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
4701 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60653 Dance school
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first hip-hop class
Is Hip-Hop beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. Hip-Hop is one of the most accessible dance styles for beginners because there's no 'one right way' to move, you don't need a partner, and mistakes blend naturally into the groove. Beginner classes move at a comfortable pace and celebrate fun over perfection. Most adult beginners feel at home within the first two or three classes.
Do I need any prior dance experience to start Hip-Hop?
Not at all. Hip-Hop welcomes absolute beginners and often attracts people with no dance background. If anything, a fresh start means you're not unlearning habits from other styles. Many adult learners come to Hip-Hop without ever having danced before, and they thrive.
What should I wear to a Hip-Hop class?
Wear whatever feels comfortable and lets you move freely: joggers, loose trousers, shorts, and a t-shirt or hoodie. Trainers are essential. You want clothes that don't restrict your hips or arms. Tie back long hair, remove jewellery, and bring a water bottle. Clean trainer soles are a must on the studio floor.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on sammydyeronline.org.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner classes in Chicago typically cost $20–$30 per class (median $25, from 77 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as absolute beginner.
When does it run?
Every Saturday, 12:00 PM–1:00 PM.
Where is it?
Sammy Dyer School Of The Theatre, 4701 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60653.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: sammydyeronline.org/class-schedule
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.8★ from 6 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.