Children’s Ensembles
Traditional Georgian Dance, and both vocal and instrumental music, begin again here with the younger generation.
Excellence passed on to the next Generation
Our instructors are professionals who have been taught from an early age, themselves, by experts living in the Country of Georgia.
Prepare for the wonder as these young dancers perform traditional pieces from ancient Georgia
Dance Ensemble “Legends”
The Ensembles
Vocal Enesmble “Iberia”
Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble “Lyra”
“Brooklyn Hipsters”
Hip Hop Dance Studio
The Ensemble “Legends”
According to tradition, we teach Georgian dance as a refined art form. Because the technique is very complete and rigorous, the children learn balance, sense of rhythm, poise, sensitivity to one’s body and ability to pat attention simultaneously to different activity in different parts of the body. All parts of the body are engaged with special attention given to posture, arm and leg movements. There is a strong emotional component from the dances and music, which are designed by long tradition to engage the joy, exuberance and aspirations of the participants.
To support this, the music for the dance classes is provided live by our Georgian musicians.
The classes are taught primarily in the Georgian language, which supports the sense of Georgian culture in the students. At the same time, classes are open to all nationalities, and Georgian, Russian and English are all used as appropriate.
Everything that is learned in the classes is intensified with performance. This provides the opportunity for the children to strive for a very high level. It also strengthens qualities such as personal responsibility, memory, coordination with choreography, initiative, and so forth. All children perform in events with the Georgian church, at our studio and in our annual concert. Those who have advanced sufficiently with the dancing participate in more of the public performances.
The ensemble is held to the highest standard of performance and offers a continuous inspiration for the children to strive to master the art of Georgian dance. The ensemble performs 10-15 times each year for different events. The annual concert is a special event that includes even the youngest of the students with dances appropriate to their level. Preparation for this performance is a major effort, not only to master this dance choreographies, but also to understand the costumes and relations between the dancers. We choose a major concert hall to give a sense of maturity and character to the performance effort.
Watch “Legends” here, here, and in Georgian, here.
The Ensemble “Iberia”
Iberia is the performance group of Eka Chichua’s music class. They are Georgian children between the ages of 4 and 13. They meet twice each week and have 5-10 performances each year.
The Ensemble Lyra
The Lyra Music School was established as part of the Dancing Crane Georgian Cultural Center. Musicians Tengo Shautidze and Nino Gharibashvili develop the vocal and instrumental talents of Georgian children of all ages. They celebrate their work with 5-6 concerts each year.
“Brooklyn Hipsters” Hip Hop Dance Studio
Welcome to Brooklyn Hipsters, where dance is more than just movement—it’s a journey of self-discovery, confidence-building, and pure joy! We offer classes in hip hop, street jazz, dancehall, and K-pop for all levels and ages 6 and up. Whether you're a beginner or have experience, our welcoming community makes every step feel like home.
For kids and teens, our classes provide a supportive environment to boost confidence and self-esteem. We’ve seen countless shy students blossom into confident performers, finding their rhythm and voice through dance. For adults, our studio is the perfect place to let go of reservations and embrace a new experience. With fun, high-energy classes that build fitness and body confidence, we help you feel great while learning something new. Join us to find your joy, fitness, and freedom in dance!
