Steppin is quickly becoming one of the most popular African American dance forms throughout the West Coast and MidwestIt is affectionately referred to as several names throughout the country, is based on a 6 or 8 count, however it has a universal appeal which is slowly becoming a household name in many African American communities.
Steppin originated in Chicago's African American communities during the 1950's and 1960's. Steppin evolved from various dances such as the BOP, the catwalk, and other dances which utilize striding, gliding, dipping, and bopping to African American big band's music. Steppin is not just a dance, but an art form-a way of life. This dance is taken very seriously by many Chicago natives. Steppin is an essential and important part of African American history. It is the embodiment of Chicago tradition with its Jazz, Blues, Hip Hop, Funk, R&B, and all such art forms entertwined. Steppin is marriage and communication personified through dance.
Steppin should be preserved, revered, and respected as history, art, and honored because of its longevity. This beautiful dance is filled with flair, drama, style, dress, music, excitement, unity, partnership, communication; but is more than all of those things - it is HISTORY. You must experience it to understand it. Come see what the hype is about. We warn you that it is highly contagious and addictive; but good for your emotional and physical health.
Steppin is tradition, history, art, culture, lifestyle, excitement, entertainment, music, fashion, sound, unity, and much, much more packaged in the form of an energetic and dynamic dance.
