The Beacon
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4.8 (48)Classes and workshops vary by offering (e.g., Soul City Wednesday sessions $5 entry; Honey N' Sensualitea sliding scale $20-40). Pay-what-you-can scholarship program available for low-income students and families.
Run by the Massive Monkees crew, this community dance hub hosts street-dance classes, battles, and open sessions.
Description
Located on Rainier Avenue South, the space centers on hip-hop culture with an instructor roster sharing varied street-dance styles and techniques. Its schedule balances regular training with weekly house sessions and monthly workshops, often winding down into communal floor time during Wednesday open sessions. Beyond regular classes, the studio supports emerging dancers through youth scholarship programs and keeps the rooms open for rehearsals and event rentals.