Hip-Hop With Tyh *In-Person*

"Tyh" the Dancer leads a dynamic hip-hop class. Starting with a warm-up, we check in with our bodies and establish a solid mind-body connection. Next, isolations, stretch, and conditioning set the tone for style. Then, we warm up to the space with some across-the-floor travel steps, including but not limited to animal walks that transition to choreography. The combination is then drilled, and we perform it for each other in groups. This allows everyone to enjoy the dance from both perspectives: audience and dancer. After this, we cool down and check out with a cipher circle that will enable us to safely play with what we learned in class to build confidence in our style with hip-hop as the foundation. As a result, we learn more about hip-hop dance history and techniques each week, from locking to popping to breaking. Instructo, Tyhgita Céspedes

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Tyhgita (Tyh) Céspedes, also known as “Tyh the Dancer”, is a performer, choreographer and fine arts educator who focuses on twerk, hip hop, kids groove, heels, Zumba and jazz funk. She performed with Phunk Phenomenon hip hop dance team for the Celtics in 2016. Tyh taught dance and drama after school and summer programs at the North Shore YMCA in 2015. She currently choreographs and directs performances for local artists, and teaches private lessons and community classes to all levels. Tyh teaches dance styles at various community and dance programs in the greater Boston area with Boston Public Schools and Dance Schools. She also performs as a party starter for Mitzvah parties and nightlife events.