Fee for The Dance Workshop four week course:
¥12,000 (Register before the 4th of the month for ¥2,000yen discount)
*There is a maximum of 30 spots for each class session.
| SEPTEMBER |
| AZABU JUBAN Tsuzuki Studio |
| Class dates: Thursdays September 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| Session Time: 8:00-9:30pm |
| MAP: Download PDF |
| REGISTER NOW (¥2,000 discount before SEP 8) |
| OCTOBER |
| AZABU JUBAN Tsuzuki Studio |
| Class dates: Thursdays October 7, 14, 21 ,28 |
| Session Time: 8:00-9:30pm |
| MAP: Download PDF |
| REGISTER NOW (¥2,000 discount before OCT 6) |
Contact:
TEL: 03-4550-2929 (English and Japanese OK!)
EMAIL: thedanceworkshop@metropolis.co.jp
VIRG started dancing at the age of 10 and entered the entertainment business at 16. Throughout his career Virg has traveled around the world working for famous artists and corporations and has done countless music videos , back dancing, choreographing and TV commercials.
Currently VIRG splits his time between his hometown of New York, Los Angeles and Japan. While in Japan VIRG keeps a busy schedule teaching special workshops all over the country and also producing unique events and auditions to help young Japanese dancers and artists dreams come true. With his experience, teaching across cultures comes naturally and now Metropolis magazine has decided to team up with VIRG to bring an affordable course to Tokyo that busy people can attend.
Now, YOU can join The Dance Workshop and receive professional instruction from a real professional instructor.
Comment from VIRG:
“Growing up in New York as a dance artist I had first hand experience to all the culture has to offer. I love Hip Hop and music is my life. Performing and teaching makes it possible to share my knowledge and to help others be a part of this exciting and wonderful culture that I call home. I am really looking forward to The Dance Workshop. Thank you to Metropolis and to all of you for making this happen!”
So who has VIRG worked with?
VIRG HAS WORKED WITH AND FOR MANY BIG NAME ARTISTS AND MAJOR COMPANIES INCLUDING:
USA
Michael Jackson , Mariah Carey , Ashanti , Ne-Yo, Ciara , Jungle Bros , Naughty By Nature , GangStarr , Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, Lionel Ritchie, C&C Music Factory, Nice and Smooth , D.J. Tony Touch, D.J. Kid Capri, Night at the Roxbury (The Movie) etc….
Japan
Ai, Koda Kumi,, Lisa (M-FLO), Puffy, SMAP, W-inds, Hiro (Speed), Crystal K, Akira (EXILE), Kuraki Mai, Globe, MAX, Shogo Hamada, Kat-tun, Takey and Tsubasa, Johnnys Jr. etc….
Korea
Big Bang, 1 Tyme , S.E.S.
Commercial, T.V.
Mitsubishi motors, Coca Cola, Tokyo Disneyland, Shiseido, RZTV, Space Shower, MTV Japan and USA,
Soul Train, HEY! HEY!HEY! Pop Jam, Smap Smap, Music Station, Gorie Dance Night, NHK Special Interview, Sony Vaio,
MTV Video Music Awards etc….
As experienced by VIRG
Although Hip Hop as we know it started in the Bronx, New York , the roots of Hip Hop can be traced all the way back to Africa where black music and dance began. Hip Hop is a culture and for many people it’s a way of life. The Hip Hop culture has its own unique dancing, music, fashion, way to speak, and it even has its very own art form called graffiti. Hip Hops four main elements are Emceeing (known more by its commercialized name RAP), D.J.ing (in the style of cutting and scratching), B-Boying (a.k.a. break dancing), and Graffiti (not referring to the amateur vandalism you see scribbled on walls in subways but to the beautiful artistic masterpieces you can find covering large portions of some walls and on the outside of trains in the inner city).
Hip Hop is always evolving and expanding. What started out as just a culture primarily recognized by young African Americans and Hispanics has grown into a multi-billion dollar, multi-cultural, international industry. As the music of Hip Hop is constantly evolving so is its dancing. Now in addition to break dancing Hip Hop also has other forms and styles of dance including middle school, new school, locking, popping, boogie, crump and more!
*Healthy
Dancing is good for the core muscles, cardiovascular, bone development, balance, fat burn and helps to prevent dementia. Even the doctors say so, just check out these links.
Columbia University: Dancing For Health
http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/1595.html
He`sFit: Online men’s health website
http://www.hesfit.com/men/comment/the-hook-up-to-hip-hop-and-health/
New England Journal of Medicine: June 19, 2003 Research Article
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12815136?dopt=Abstract
Boomer Lifestyle: Online information website for Baby Boomers
http://boomerlifestyle.com/blog/the-shocking-truth-about-hip-hop-dancing-who-knew-its-actually-a-hellaciously-fun-heart-healthy-workout-that-also-benefits-your-brain/
*Fun
Why ride a stationary bike or run on a treadmill when you can dance to some great music with a smile on your face? The Dance Workshop guarantees a fun experience.
*Open to all ages
Dance has no boundaries! Dance has been an integral part of all cultures since the birth of (wo)man. There is no right or wrong way, so come down to The Dance Workshop and use this unique opportunity to socialize with people of different ages.
*Affordable/No members fees
Just like stated above: Dance has no boundaries! In keeping with this philosophy we have worked hard to keep the fees low and competitive so EVERYONE can join in on the fun. This is why The Dance Workshop do not ask for any member startup fees.
*Learn a new skill
Dancing is not just about getting fit. It is a skill. Learning as you exercise is the best way to keep your motivation levels high. Kill two birds with one stone at The Dance Workshop.
*International
The Dance Workshop will be English/Japanese bilingual. However, dance is about expression through movement so leave language barriers at home and let yourself go!
*Meet new people
Dancing is a great way to drop your defenses and meet new people. Want to find fellow expats or make more Japanese friends? perhaps that special some one? Or just wish to enter your own world and dance away? The Dance Workshop offers a safe environment to do all this in.
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