Narre Warren youngsters are embracing the fun of hip-hop dancing, as part of an Oakgrove Community Centre dance program across a number of age ranges.
Okie Dokie Dance is running classes from 12.30pm to 1pm for pre-schoolers older than 2, then eight to 12 year-olds from 4pm to 5pm on Mondays, five to seven year-olds from 4pm to 4.45pm on Tuesdays and preschoolers from 9.15am to 9.45am, 13-16 year-olds from 4pm to 4.45pm, crew from 4.45pm to 5.30pm and adults from 5.30pm to 6.15pm on Wednesdays.
Teacher Naomi McLeod said the classes are open to children of all ages.
“I think the children get a lot out of it,” she said.
“I think every children needs to dance.”
Ms McLeod’s 17-year-old daughter Ashley is studying dance and also provides teaching help during the classes.
Ms McLeod said the classes are designed to support children’s self-confidence and motor skills.
“Every child learns at their own pace,” she said.
“It makes a big difference.”
Star News photographer visited one of the classes on Wednesday 14 June to capture the fun and energetic moves.
For more information on the classes, visit rb.gy/1jqpi
