By blending global urban freestyle dance expertise with proven movement therapy, GroovHero empowers students, educators, and community advocates to reduce stress, build authentic connections, celebrate cultural legacy, and explore careers at the intersection of urban arts and public health.
Founded in October 2023 by freestyle dancer, urban arts administrator, and behavioral health program designer Kaye V. Love, GroovHero is rooted in emerging evidence that freestyle dance can be more effective than traditional medications and therapies for managing anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Our unique approach combines professional urban freestyle dance educators with therapeutic movement specialists, clinicians, and peer support providers to deliver culturally responsive, dance-based tools for emotional self-regulation, confidence building, and leadership development.
What also sets GroovHero apart is our deep connection to dance history, international influence, and a commitment to fostering growth through creative exploration and global collaboration.
Our expertise spans all urban freestyle dance forms—including house, afrobeat, hip hop, popping, locking, voguing, krumping, and waacking. Our pedagogy teaches movement as language to communicate personal stories and hone productive self-expression. This multi-genre approach allows maximum opportunity for students to craft their own individual styles empowering young people to grow creatively, while honoring cultural traditions and pushing boundaries through spontaneity, improvisation, and connection.
Join our movement to inspire youth to harness and share the transformative power of freestyle dance, not only as a tool for wellness but also as a pathway to economic opportunity. Together, through urban dance and music, we can nurture a connected, resilient, and thriving generation. Be part of the change—connect with us today.