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Which street dance style suits me? Take the type test

In a nutshell
  • The right street dance style depends heavily on your personal taste in music and your preferred movement patterns.
  • Popping and locking are particularly suitable for people who love precise muscle control and funky rhythms.
  • House dance is ideal for anyone who prefers fast footwork and driving house beats in a club style.
  • Classic hip-hop dance focuses on earthy grooves, relaxed bounces, and expressive choreography.

Urban dance offers countless ways to express yourself to music. Find out with our quick self-test which street dance style perfectly matches your personality, your coordination, and your musical taste.

Discover the colorful world of urban dance styles

The urban dance world is as diverse as the music that drives it. From the hard, mechanical stops in Popping to the energetic, funky movements of Locking, and the fluid footwork in House Dance, every style has its own unique character. Anyone looking for the right entry point is often faced with a wide selection of terms and techniques. Yet, street dance is primarily about one thing: personal expression and the feeling for the music.

To find the right style, it helps to take a look at your own preferences in music and movement. Some people love absolute control over every single muscle, while others prefer to lose themselves completely in the driving club beat. If you want to deepen your theoretical background, it is worth taking a look at Hip-Hop history and music. For a practical introduction to the movements, the guide Learning street dance styles: Basics for Popping, Locking and House offers excellent orientation.

Find your urban dance style

  1. Which music makes you nod your head immediately?

    • A: Laid-back Hip-Hop beats and rich rap
    • B: Funk, soul, and electronic synthesizer sounds
    • C: Driving, fast house beats and club music
  2. How would you describe your preferred movement style?

    • A: Casual, deep in the knees and with plenty of natural groove
    • B: Extremely precise, controlled and with sharp stops
    • C: Fast, fluid and with a focus on footwork
  3. What is most important to you when dancing?

    • A: Your own attitude and the expression of cool choreographies
    • B: The fascinating optical illusion created by body control
    • C: The feeling of becoming completely one with the fast beat
  4. Which part of your body do you instinctively prefer to move to the music?

    • A: The entire upper body and shoulders to the beat
    • B: Individual muscles, the arms and the wrists in a very targeted way
    • C: The feet and legs, which immediately start tapping

Your evaluation

Mostly A: The classic Hip-Hop type

You love the classic, earthy groove and feel most at home with rich bass and rap tracks. Your movements are casual, expressive, and thrive on a deep bounce in your body. It is best to look for classic Hip-Hop beginner courses to further develop your rhythm.

Mostly B: The precise funk specialist

You have an excellent feel for precise movements and love having total control over your muscles. Funky beats from the 70s and 80s get you moving immediately. Courses for Popping or Locking are exactly the right choice for you to refine your isolations.

Mostly C: The energetic house dancer

You love the energy of club beats and fast rhythms, where you can completely lose yourself in the music. Your strength lies in your stamina and fast footwork on the floor. House dance or club styles fit your dynamic urge to move perfectly.

The urban dance styles in direct comparison

CriterionHip-Hop (Classic)Popping & LockingHouse Dance
Main focusGroove and choreographyMuscle control and stopsFootwork and club vibe
Music genreRap, Trap and R&BFunk, Disco and Electro-FunkHouse, Deep House and Garage
DifficultyEasy entryRequires high precisionEnduring and fast
Typical moveBounce and rockingHits and wrist rollsJacking and lofting

The transitions between the styles are fluid in practice, and many dancers combine elements.

How to use your test result in everyday life

Once you have determined your test result, it is time for practical implementation. No test in the world can replace the real feeling on the dance floor. Use your result as a compass to specifically search for trial classes or workshops. In street dance, it is completely normal to try out different styles, as they often influence and complement each other. Many dancers use elements from different directions to build their very own personal freestyle sector.

During your first dance class, pay particular attention to whether the groove of the music grabs you and whether you enjoy the type of movement. You do not need to master perfect choreographies to get started. In urban dance, the focus is on learning the basic body awareness and having fun moving together. Via udansa, you can easily search for suitable offers in your area and find like-minded people for joint sessions directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. For absolute beginners, Hip-Hop foundation courses or House Dance are particularly suitable. These styles are based on natural walking and bouncing movements, which makes it easier to get into the rhythm.

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