Funk Lab Dance Center
A dance studio in Kettering, OH offering dance classes and instruction.
About this studio
Funk Lab Dance Center is a hip hop dance studio in Dayton, Ohio, founded in 2011 by Kelly Dailey. The studio specializes in street and funk styles — including breaking, krump, popping, locking, and waving — and has built a strong competitive and performance reputation.
It was a "Best of Dayton" finalist (2021–2023) and winner (2022–2023), a World Dance Championships finalist multiple years (winner 2016), and a Hip Hop International (Los Angeles) finalist in 2023. The studio is home to the HYPE-othesis crew, which performed on the Carnival Cruise main stage in 2023. Funk Lab centers its mission on inclusivity, diversity, and excellence, welcoming dancers regardless of age, ability, gender, background, or experience.
What to expect
Your first visit
Funk Lab offers hip hop dance classes for ages 2 through adult and all skill levels, from recreational dancers to those pursuing professional careers. Street-styles classes (break-dancing and krump) are offered for ages 3–13, alongside funk-styles classes in popping, locking, and waving. New students can expect a high-energy, circle-based class environment that teaches both technique and the cultural history of hip hop.
Studio history
Established in 2011 by founder Kelly Dailey. Dayton, Ohio is noted on the site as the birthplace of funk.
Styles offered
1 dance style taught here
Gallery
Photos, performances, and videos at this studio
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Funk Lab Dance Center
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Funk Lab Dance Center teach?
Funk Lab Dance Center teaches General. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Funk Lab Dance Center located?
Funk Lab Dance Center is located in Kettering, OH. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Funk Lab Dance Center offer private lessons?
Group classes and workshops are the primary offering at Funk Lab Dance Center. Reach out to the studio to ask about private-lesson availability.
Does Funk Lab Dance Center teach kids and adults?
Funk Lab Dance Center welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Funk Lab Dance Center?
The fastest path is to visit Funk Lab Dance Center via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.