How do you learn how to hip hop dance?

Question:I am going to take a hip hop class next semester in college so I can learn how to dance... does anybody have any tips on how to practice before I take this class?

Is there any steps to learn or is it like freestyling? Any tips would be great... Is it similar to breakdancing?

Thanks

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I am going to take a hip hop class next semester in college so I can learn how to dance... does anybody have any tips on how to practice before I take this class?

Is there any steps to learn or is it like freestyling? Any tips would be great... Is it similar to breakdancing?

Thanks

Well actually, hip hop is pure attitude. I'm on the dance team at my school, and I've competed hip hop before. It has everything to do with your attitude and your energy. You've got to get a little bit funky, and honestly, just have fun. Our coach always tells the team, that with hip hop, if you're not enjoying it yourself, it shows to everyone else. Hip hop is about getting out there and just dancing. If you've got the energy and the attitude, you're good. Hip hop isn't about technique, it's purely you. So there really isn't any tips or pointers to give out to you. All i can say is get out there and just have fun. It's hip hop, let loose. Hope i helped :D

There are some steps to learn.. just basics to start your own ideas and dances. It is kind of similar to breakdancing. Here's a link.

take a hip hop class.

the best thing to do is take hip hop dance lessons

First off, no its not really like breakdancing. Breakdancing is really, well, involved. Hip-hop is still high energy, but its a little easier than breakdancing. Practice making your hip movements fluid. The more smooth you are, the easier your class will be. Also work on core toning. Your abs will hurt if you don't have some muscles already. I don't mean you need washboard abs, just make sure you are fit.

well i dance and when i started hip hop i was kinda scared becasue im more into ballet but if you just let lose and not be afarid of what the other people in your class think you'll do fine they should teach you the basics at the begining of the semester its not hard it looks hard but its alot easier than you think its alot of funn just give it your all and dont be scared to let loose you'll do just fine

WELL I DONT KNOW WHERE YOU''RE FROM AND HOW YOU GUYS DANCE, BUT IF YOU CAN AT LEAST WATCH SOME MTV MUSIC VIDEOS YOU CAN LEARN A THING OR TWO OR HAVE ONE OF YOUR FRIENDAS TEACH YOU THATS IF THEY KNOW HOW TO DANCE HIP HOP

Go to a class or search google to find moves!
good luck!