Breaking Beginner Kids
Beginner Breaking.
at Uptown Ballet Academy, New York · 4.3★ (30 Google reviews)
Next class
Sun, Oct 25, 10:30 AM
Sundays 10:30 AM–11:15 AM
Ask first: Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 45-minute beginner breaking class for kids, on Sundays at 10:30 AM, at Uptown Ballet Academy, 5030 Broadway Ste 803. The studio lists 27 classes a week: Ballet (17), Contemporary (4), Tap (3), Breaking, Conservatory I, and Jazz, and 9 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“contemporary, breakdancing, and various movement styles”
DanceHow data
Breaking classes in New York
Every breaking class we track in New York, read from studio timetables.
35
breaking classes a week
14
studios teach it
35%
start at 6:00 PM or later
$30
median drop-in price
Breaking classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for breaking in New York (4 of 23 dated classes). 35% start at 6:00 PM or later. The median drop-in price is $30.
This week at Uptown Ballet Academy
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Sun, Oct 25
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
5030 Broadway Ste 803, New York, NY 10034 Dance school
DirectionsSame style nearby
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Before you go
Your first breaking class
Is Breaking beginner-friendly?
Absolutely. Breaking footwork is learnable by anyone, regardless of dance background. Good beginner classes teach you the basic steps at a comfortable pace, and there's no pressure to land freezes or power moves straight away. The style is built on improvisation, which means you can express yourself from day one—no choreography to memorise.
Do I need any prior dance experience to start Breaking?
No prior experience is needed. Many people come to Breaking with no dance background at all. A willingness to listen to music, move your body, and have fun is genuinely all you need. Experienced dancers often find Breaking harder than they expect because it requires listening and improvisation, not just technique.
What should I wear to a Breaking class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes (joggers, tracksuit bottoms, or jeans) and trainers with good ankle support and a smooth sole. Breaking is casual and street-rooted, so don't overthink it. The right footwear is more important than the outfit—your shoes need to let you glide and pivot smoothly.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on uptownballetacademy.com.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner kids' classes in New York typically cost $20–$40 per class (median $30, from 23 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for kids.
When does it run?
Every Sunday, 10:30 AM–11:15 AM.
Where is it?
Uptown Ballet Academy, 5030 Broadway Ste 803, New York, NY 10034.
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: uptownballetacademy.com/jazz
- First listed on DanceHow October 17, 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.3★ from 30 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.