Program overview
The Popular Dance program is all about learning the coolest dance styles while also developing skills in choreography and teaching. The curriculum is practical: hip-hop (Hip-Hop, Breaking, Popping, etc.), jazz, modern dance basics, choreography techniques, dance video production, and music rhythm training. Chinese universities have a unique edge in this field—for example, Beijing Dance Academy and Shanghai Theatre Academy offer specialized popular dance tracks, with instructors who are often well-known dancers or choreographers in the industry. Classes frequently break down the latest music video or variety show dance routines. It's perfect for students who love K-pop, watch shows like "Street Dance of China," and naturally groove to music—no need for ballet training from childhood, but passion and body coordination are a must.