Register · 6-Week Course
A six-week series to Hustle and Social Dancing.
Intro
The ROTP Hustle Progressive is a six-week course designed for beginners and early-stage dancers who want to learn Hustle grounded in technique, cultural context, history, and mutual accountability. No partner or prior dance experience required.
Over six 90-minute sessions, you'll develop your footwork, timing, lead-and-follow fundamentals, and floor awareness - while learning about the history and lineage of Hustle as a social dance form.
“Janū and Liv are very thoughtful, comprehensive, and inclusive instructors. I really appreciate their lessons.” - R.G.
Curriculum
Six weeks builds real fundamentals, not just steps to memorize.
“I really liked the scaffolding of each class around technical concepts and explanations of what movements should feel like.”
Instructor
Janū is a Seattle-based dancer, educator, and organizer whose background bridges Club and Street dance culture, and Eastern philosophical and movement traditions. He has trained with dancers and instructors across the country, with a foundation rooted in educators from New York City - the birthplace of Hustle - studying under some of the dance's most respected teachers.
With over five years of teaching experience, Janū has developed a pedagogical approach that balances technical rigor with cultural context, and continues to study and train himself - always updating his own knowledge so what he teaches stays current, well-grounded, and true to the dance's roots.
“Thank you so much for facilitating such a welcoming and thoughtful space!”
Why a Progressive?
The same small group meets for six weeks, creating room to build trust, get ongoing feedback, and make progress through consistent practice.
Each 90-minute class builds on the last, with time to review, drill, ask questions, and develop technique beyond memorized steps.
Learn Hustle's history, lineage, and floor awareness, then bring what you've learned to an upcoming Hustle Social with your cohort.
“The class pacing was skillful in building upon previous learning and creating space for new challenges each time while also creating lots of space for finding our own unique flavor of how the movement lives in our own bodies.”
Schedule
Classes run 6:30-8:00 PM. Hustle Socials run from 9:00-11:30 PM.No class Thanksgiving weekend on Nov 29; classes resume Dec 6.
Pricing
Everyone belongs on the floor. Sliding-scale and scholarship support are available.
Every option includes: six 90-minute classes, Hustle Social admission, and class notes.
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Help keep sliding-scale and scholarship spots open. Gifts support ROTP community programming through our existing fundraiser.
Testimonials
“Janū is a fabulous teacher! He incorporated a nice blend of theory, practice, history, and a balance of structured and freestyle movement in the classes.”
Katie
“It's clear that Janū put a lot of time and energy and thought into creating the lessons and the space! Really appreciate it!”
J.T
“It was really special to have the opportunity to learn from a skilled teacher and to be in a class setting that was supportive and inspiring.”
Katie
“You allowed me a space to be extremely vulnerable and awkward... You're so encouraging and positive. I love and appreciate that you know so much history about the dances that you are teaching.”
Miaisha
“I also love your calming manner and I really appreciate the historical and cultural pieces that you insert in your classes.”
Sonya Elder
“Janū is a fabulous teacher! He incorporated a nice blend of theory, practice, history, and a balance of structured and freestyle movement in the classes.”
Katie
“It's clear that Janū put a lot of time and energy and thought into creating the lessons and the space! Really appreciate it!”
J.T
“It was really special to have the opportunity to learn from a skilled teacher and to be in a class setting that was supportive and inspiring.”
Katie
“You allowed me a space to be extremely vulnerable and awkward... You're so encouraging and positive. I love and appreciate that you know so much history about the dances that you are teaching.”
Miaisha
“I also love your calming manner and I really appreciate the historical and cultural pieces that you insert in your classes.”
Sonya Elder
Location
Right on Capitol Hill, easy to reach by bus, bike, or car. Street parking is available nearby.
Get Directions Hey everyone! Wanted to share, I could not have imagined how much excitement there would be for learning the Hustle. I am both amazed and thankful. I look forward to sharing this beautiful dance with each of you and I can't wait to see where we go next. Thanks for rocking with us here at ROTP, and joining the ride.
Warm Regards,- Janū