Teaching hip hop to 7–9-year-olds can feel overwhelming without the right plan. DTCE’s Synergy Center Skills Mini Series: Petite Hip Hop gives teachers a progression-based system with 27+ essential skills, 5+ structured syllabus guides, and 2+ hours of expert instruction.
Instead of guessing what to teach next, this curriculum provides step-by-step lessons that help kids master groove, rhythm, and coordination—all while building confidence and individual style.
👉 Check out the Smart Syllabus to see how every hip hop skill links directly to its matching tutorial.
Key Features of the Petite Hip Hop Center Skills Mini Series
✔ 27+ fundamental hip-hop skills covering technique, groove, and rhythm
✔ 5+ syllabus guides for structured, progression-based lesson plans
✔ 2+ hours of engaging, expert-led instruction
✔ Builds timing, control, and confidence in 7–9-year-old dancers
👉 Teachers can grab the Tutorial Videos – Series Bundle or mix and match with à la carte options.
Why DTCE’s Syllabus Makes Teaching Easier
DTCE’s syllabus isn’t just a reference—it’s a done-for-you teaching roadmap. With built-in timestamps, clear progressions, and age-appropriate skill sequencing, teachers can stay organized while dancers move forward with consistency.
✔ Eliminates guesswork in lesson planning
✔ Provides easy corrections and cues for teachers
✔ Ensures dancers develop proper alignment, control, and rhythm
👉 Need only the lesson guides? The Buy Basic Syllabus – Series Bundle is a quick, affordable solution.
Key Skills & Techniques for Hip Hop Beginners
This series includes progressive hip hop drills that reinforce:
- Isolations for head, shoulders, and hips
- Groove training for rhythm retention
- Directional movement across center and floor space
- Control & precision in beginner footwork
With 900+ downloadable syllabi across all DTCE genres, teachers can combine hip hop with other styles for a fully structured studio program.
👉 Want the complete package? Get the Complete Genre Bundle for videos + syllabus.
Why Mastery Before Advancement Matters
Rushing students into choreography without strong foundations creates sloppy habits. This series ensures dancers develop precision and musicality before moving forward. By following a progression-based system, teachers:
✔ Prevent injuries
✔ Build long-term confidence
✔ Ensure clean, consistent technique
👉 Looking for individual modules? Teachers can Buy À La Carte to customize their training library.
Who Is This For?
- Elementary hip hop teachers
- Studio owners growing their 7–9-year-old programs
- School PE/dance instructors
- Recreational and competitive teams needing structured hip hop lessons
Best Add-On Courses to Pair With Petite Hip Hop
✔ Acro Series – 960+ skills across Levels 1–6, including spotting, tricks, and safe aerial training.
✔ Preschool Series – 160+ skills for ages 3–5 (Pre-Ballet, Tumbling, Tap).
✔ Choreo Series – 16+ routines shot with multiple angles for every genre.
✔ Conditioning Series – 110+ exercises for jump height, agility, and strength.
✔ Flexibility Series – 150+ skills to maximize range of motion and prevent injury.
Why Choose Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE)?
Video-Based Teacher Training • Matching Syllabus • SMART Resources • Done-For-You Lesson Plans • All Genres / All Levels
With 95+ courses, 4,000+ tutorials, and 900+ syllabi, DTCE is the #1 online teacher training system for dance educators who want structured, affordable, progression-based curriculum.
Meet Your Instructors
Brielle Thomson – 4th-generation teacher, choreographer, and Miami Heat Dancer with elite training and 17+ years of competitive experience. Broadway Dance Center alum and former FSU Dance Force officer, Brielle brings energy, groove, and performance power to every lesson.
Kimberly Beck Thomson – Certified dance curriculum specialist with 35+ years of experience, former Artistic Director/Owner of Dance Unlimited Miami (Top 50 Studio in the U.S.), and creator of the DTCE Method. Kimberly specializes in building structured, progression-based hip hop programs that help teachers reduce burnout and students thrive.
Together, Brielle and Kimberly deliver a kid-friendly, teacher-approved system for ages 7–9.
Build your students’ confidence, groove, and precision with DTCE’s Petite Hip Hop Synergy Center Skills Mini Series. Affordable, structured, and done-for-you—everything a teacher needs to succeed.
👉 Get Instant Access to the Petite Hip Hop Mini Series Today