Movemakers

Dance Teacher

Movemakers Philly is a hip hop school for kids located at 2100 Chestnut Street. We offer in-depth instruction in Hip Hop styles and Break Dance. Our classes combine the discipline and technical rigor of martial arts and ballet while providing pathways for fun self-expression and physicality like any good sport. Movemakers Philly has pioneered a unique pedagogy that bridges cultural enrichment with physical and mental conditioning. Students learn the evolution of this vast tradition, ranging from the 60s to present day. Through our system, students achieve remarkable self-awareness and control over their bodies, which certainly transfers into other life endeavors. Moreover, each student enhances their joy for movement and music, along with their overall appreciation for collaborating with others. It brings us great pride that the Movemakers Philly team is profoundly growing cultural literacy, physical vitality, confidence, discipline, leadership and community engagement over a diverse population of Philadelphia’s youth. Read more

5 recommendations

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    Vinh Chau

    Shared on goo.gl

    Vince and crew at MoveMakers are amazing. They have instilled a self-confidence and love for dance in my son that was previously dormant. My son dances all the time now whenever he hears a beat and is constantly practicing the moves he learns from the hip-hop and break classes he takes. Also, my wife and I have been taking the adult house dance classes with Vince since January (2017) and I can say my confidence level and ability to move to the music has improved considerably. I actually move my feet now! If you or your children is interested in exploring dance, Vince and his team are amazing teachers, both for children and adults. They have a way of pushing you without making you feel self-conscious and most importantly, they keep it fun!

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    Jennifer Boorum

    Shared on facebook.com

    Movemakers Philly has got to be the BEST kids' program running in the entire city. Vince is an absolute genius in both vision and practice. His way of working with his students is actually beautiful -- .... . Vince offered many options when I first inquired, and he has been supportive in helping my son advance out of the initial class we placed him in so he could be challenged. The entire experience has added so much to my child's world. Movemakers, the work you are doing with kids is DEEP, it's meaningful, it's fun, and it's invaluable in our lives. You're stuck with us. ;)

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    Anita S.

    Shared on yelp.com

    Movemakers is both fun and empowering to kids. It's focused on team building, strengthening both the physical body and mind, and run by a team of excellent artists. I would recommend this class for any and all kids to try at least once in their childhood to experience, boys and girls alike. FYI, they also have adult classes for those of us who missed hip hop dance in our earlier days and want to shine on any dance floor.

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    Debbie M.

    Shared on yelp.com

    My daughter has been dancing with Vince and Movemakers Philly for over 2 years. Vince and his team of coaches are amazing! They each bring a unique talent to the class. They are all wonderful with the kids. This is a professional dance studio where the kids have fun and really shine. The performances are amazing as well. Vince and his team help to build confidence and they also help children shine both in a group and solo environment. I cannot say enough good things about them!

    Original recommendation
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    Ish Payne

    Shared on facebook.com

    The best hip hop program for kids in Philadelphia hands down! My son is 5 and has a blast in class. Not only does he have fun, but he also learns legitimate, authentic hip-hop from world class instructors. Great, great program Mr. Vince Johnson!

    Original recommendation