Hip Hop with Briana Ashley Stuart

Find your groove and own the music. Inspired by the iconic era of New Jack Swing, these workshops blend foundational hip-hop, rhythm, and musicality to help dancers move with confidence, authenticity, and undeniable style.

Hip-hop is about so much more than learning choreography.

My workshops invite participants to connect with the music, find their groove, and develop the confidence to move with authenticity, rhythm, and style. Rooted in the infectious energy of New Jack Swing, each class celebrates musicality, individuality, and the joy of dancing together.

Participants will:

*Develop groove, rhythm, and musicality. *Learn foundational New Jack Swing and hip-hop movement.

* Build confidence, coordination, and performance quality. *Improve timing, dynamics, and movement execution.

*Connect with the music while expressing their own unique style.


Meet Briana

Briana Ashley Stuart is a Detroit-born dancer, choreographer, speaker, and entrepreneur based in Brussels, Belgium. With over 20 years of dance experience and more than a decade of teaching, she has led workshops, performances, and educational programs across Europe and the United States.

Rooted in hip-hop culture, Briana’s movement style is heavily influenced by the groove, rhythm, and musicality of New Jack Swing—a dynamic fusion of hip-hop, R&B, and swing that defined a generation of iconic artists and choreographers. Her classes emphasize foundational grooves, rhythm, musical interpretation, performance quality, and the confidence to move with authenticity and style.

Throughout her career, Briana has taught dancers of all ages and experience levels, from complete beginners to professionals, university students, and community groups. Known for her energetic and encouraging teaching style, she creates an inclusive environment where participants develop strong fundamentals while discovering their own artistic voice.

Whether teaching choreography or freestyle concepts, Briana’s classes celebrate the joy of movement, connection to music, and the rich legacy of hip-hop culture.


Workshop Options:

Hip Hop Choreography

Learn an original choreography rooted in New Jack Swing, blending groove, rhythm, musicality, and performance to develop confidence and authentic movement.

See a videos: video 1, video 2, video 3, video 4.

New Jack Swing

Explore the signature grooves, rhythms, and movement vocabulary of New Jack Swing. Learn the foundational style, musicality, and energy that continue to influence hip-hop dance today.

See a few tricks videos: video 1, video 2.

Bring This Experience to Your Studio or Event!

Looking for an energetic, engaging dance experience for your group? These hip-hop and New Jack Swing workshops can be tailored to a variety of ages, experience levels, and events. Participants will explore the foundations of groove, rhythm, musicality, and performance while building confidence in a fun, supportive, and high-energy environment.

Available for:

  • Dance studios and guest artist workshops
  • Schools, colleges, and universities
  • Festivals and cultural programs
  • Corporate team-building and wellness events
  • Community organizations and youth programs
  • Private groups and special events

Whether you’re planning a one-time workshop, a masterclass, or an ongoing residency, each session is customized to meet the goals and experience level of your participants.

Ready to bring the energy of hip-hop and New Jack Swing to your community? Get in touch to discuss availability, pricing, and workshop customization.