When is programming?
We meet at SpaceCraft every 1st, 2nd, and 4th Monday of the month during the March-November dance season. Note: Some programming is public and some are crew-only.
Creative Commons?
Works, choreography, and art of Knox Community Street Dance is licensed under CC BY 4.0
How do I collaborate with Knox Community Street Dance?
Just contact us at knoxcommunitystreetdance@gmail.com to start a conversation!
How much is programming?
KCSD believes that street dance should remain accessible to honor and recognize the environment and history street dance was birthed in.
We have free and low-cost opportunities to participate in both crew and public programming as well as volunteer options.
Does Knox Community Street Dance Perform?
Knox Community Street Dance does not function as a year-round performance crew, but we do have connections to dancers all over town or have a current piece to share. If you’re looking for a performance, contact us at knoxcommunitystreetdance@gmail.com.
Do I have to know how to dance?
No dance experience is necessary! Beginners are always welcome to join.
How do I become an official supporter?
Check out our Buy Me a Coffee page: https://buymeacoffee.com/kcsd
How much are classes?
Class prices depend on the instructor. Please read class details for more info!
How much are community jams?
Community jams are donation-based events, meaning pay what you can!
How much are open sessions?
Open sessions are always free!
What counts as “street dance”?
We acknowledge the foundational “street dance” culture developed by Black and Soulaan peoples like breaking, popping, waving, etc. and its connected foreparents, descendants, and customs.
We also acknowledge the reality that street styles can also exist within other cultures and fusions like martial arts, flow arts, etc.
We also acknowledge the street has also been a necessary home for dancers who cannot not afford to train at traditional studios, so they must do “studio styles” like ballet, jazz, etc. in the streets.
KCSD invites all forms of creativity and history the streets bring– all styles are welcomed!
Why was Knox Community Street Dance started?
Knox Community Street Dance was started by local dancer and artivist Maddei (@funkyashido) to keep her connection to street dance alive and well and to spread joy and wellness through movement in Knoxville!
Knoxville has had a plethora of street dance and hip hop groups, from Volatomix, to Southern Sole to Cypher 865 and to the many other dance groups and movements that came before those. Street dance has been a way for Knoxville to build community and express joy for generations, and we want to see this continue and inspire the community to find their people, make and meet some crews, and groove!
Knox Community Street Dance also has a particular interest in using street dance as a way to engage with Black/Soulaan Culture and History, addressing Black/Soulaan erasure in the arts and dance, as well as using dance and joy as an activism tool. Some inspiration for this comes from the following:
Although support for Knox Community Street Dance is always appreciated, don’t forget to support and learn about other dance organizations, clubs, and movers in town as well. Knoxville has a lot of dancing gems and if you’re having trouble finding them– reach out and ask us about them!
More questions?
Email us at knoxcommunitystreetdance@gmail.com
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