Our dance troupes provide training, rehearsal, and performance opportunities for dancers of various levels of experience and skill. There are a total of five different dance troupes for dancers of various levels of experience and skill.
The Culture Shock dance troupes are a diverse collective of dancers brought together to exchange ideas, share their passion for dance, and work towards their common goals of contributing to the community and making dance accessible for everyone.
Our professional-level troupes provide dancers with rigorous training, paid performance opportunities, and the chance to dance in numerous high-profile events. The Culture Shock troupe rehearsals are designed to prepare the dancers for community performances, freestyle events and battles. Most importantly, these rehearsals educate our dancers about Hip Hop Culture and how to be a professional dancer.
CULTURE SHOCK IS CURRENTLY ACTIVE IN OTTAWA
Our apprentice company provides those ages 14-17 with substantial experience studying and performing street dance forms. Our Culture Shock troupe members often mentor these dancers. Rehearsal hours are for team building and performance preparation. The family environment fosters teamwork, respect, and positive self-expression. Dancers are expected to come into rehearsal with focus and a positive attitude. The goal is to create the best performance possible utilizing a Troupe mentality.
FUTURE SHOCK IS CURRENTLY ACTIVE IN OTTAWA
Afta Shock demonstrates that we never cease to be creative, work hard, and inspire others with the values of hip hop culture. Composed of dancers aged 30 and older, Afta Shock debunks the idea that hip hop is just a young person’s game. The teams greatly strengthen the hip hop community by providing a platform for many dancers, of varying ages and dance experiences, to join together and spread the love they have for this art form. Afta Shock’s style is high-energy, old-school hip hop, combining dance elements of where hip hop started to where and what it is today.
AFTA SHOCK IS CURRENTLY ACTIVE IN OTTAWA
A training troupe for dancers ages 13 years and under, Mighty Shock builds a solid hip hop dance foundation. Troupe members learn challenging routines and grow as individuals working toward a common goal of performing great routines at various community events and showcases. The teamwork and confidence that are displayed by these young dancers inspire youth and adults alike.
MIGHTY SHOCK IS CURRENTLY INACTIVE
Mini Shock dancers show that you are never to young to be innovative and learn to work hard. These troupes are a fun way for children 5 years and under to grow through hip hop dance and be exposed to the core values of the hip hop community, including self-worth and respect for others.
MINI SHOCK IS CURRENTLY INACTIVE
